Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Sacramento, where Sacramento International Airport is located. Tokyo runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your SMF to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from SMF to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
SMF is around 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Sacramento International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SMF land on time.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Tokyo
$945 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Tokyo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,943. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SMF to Tokyo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Sacramento International Airport to Tokyo ticket.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from SMF to Tokyo.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is around 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tokyo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SMF to Tokyo flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT can land you a better rate.
The address for Tokyo Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, visit Tokyo in December.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Book your Sacramento International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 15ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SMF to Tokyo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Tokyo, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Travel around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to tick off its top attractions. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without visiting Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.