Travelling from Tokyo to Seattle: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Tokyo to Seattle. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
Touch down in Seattle at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE).
The average time for a direct Tokyo to Seattle flight is 9 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8, which is 17 hours behind Tokyo.
With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Tokyo to Seattle with Delta Air Lines at 16:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from HND to SEA is with ANA at 21:15.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Tokyo to Seattle flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Seattle
Score cheap Tokyo to Seattle flights by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
You can catch a direct flight from Tokyo to Seattle departing from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). Begin your trip at HND and end it at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Be on the lookout for deals with Delta Air Lines. This carrier offers direct Tokyo to Seattle plane tickets from HND.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Tokyo to Seattle flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Tokyo Haneda Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
HND is around 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Tokyo Haneda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Seattle, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Tokyo Haneda Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Seattle departing Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Nonstop services from NRT will take you to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
You have a choice of airlines that offer direct Tokyo to Seattle plane tickets from NRT. Take off with any of these carriers and skip the connections:
Split up your Tokyo to Seattle flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Tokyo Narita Airport and Seattle are:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can get to NRT from central Tokyo in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Tokyo to Seattle? Unwind in a hotel near Tokyo Narita Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
73% of flights departing Tokyo Narita Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and venture far and wide through Seattle and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your Tokyo to Seattle flight.
Paine Field Airport (PAE)
Central Seattle is around 32 kilometres from Paine Field Airport (PAE). As soon as your flight from Tokyo to Seattle has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to PAE. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Tokyo to Seattle:
Pick up a Paine Field Airport rental car and take the scenic route to your next destination. You can select from top providers like Budget and Enterprise.
Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from PAE a few weeks in advance so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI)
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI) is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Tokyo to Seattle.
If you're using public transport, the journey takes around 35 minutes.
Be in control of the next leg of your journey by picking up a Seattle Boeing Fld Airport rental car. Alamo, Budget and Avis will get you on the road.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Tokyo to Seattle is a smart way to go. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at BFI.
Best time to go to Seattle
March is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Seattle, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Seattle based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Tokyo to Seattle tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Seattle around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Seattle, explore our selection of hotels including:
Space Needle and Pike Place Fish Market are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Seattle itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Museum of Flight.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and International Rose Test Garden.
Spokane is another essential stop in the United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without a visit to Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.