Travelling from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
The average time for a direct Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight is 9 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8, which is 17 hours behind Tokyo. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle.
The most popular route is from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), with 14 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from HND to SEA is the 4:05pm Delta Air Lines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 9:15pm with ANA.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tokyo to SEA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like March or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
You can hop on a direct flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) out of Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND).
When jetting out of HND, you can take a direct flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with Delta Air Lines.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Delta between HND and SEA.
With a reliable 95.0% of services arriving on schedule, ANA (All Nippon Airways) is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Tokyo to SEA leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
HND is around 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Tokyo Haneda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Prefer to leave from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)? Direct Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) plane tickets are available from here.
The most popular airlines that have direct flights from Tokyo to SEA taking off from NRT include:
J-Air is the top choice for travellers flying from NRT to SEA.
Flights between Tokyo Narita International Airport and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport are more likely to reach their destination on time with Hawaiian Airlines compared to other carriers.
Break up your flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Tokyo Narita International Airport and SEA are:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can reach NRT from the centre of Tokyo in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Tokyo Narita International Airport the day before your Tokyo to SEA flight:
73% of flights taking off from Tokyo Narita International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Have a late flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near SEA and hit the lights earlier:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport flight.
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
₹ 32,776 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 61,885. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Tokyo to SEA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Visit Seattle in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Tokyo to SEA plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline are must-do's during your Seattle adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Seattle, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 209 kilometres south to Portland to check off its popular sights. From Portland Japanese Garden to Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 209 kilometres south of Seattle, Vancouver is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Reconstructed HBC Fort Vancouver, The Marshall House: Victorian Jewel of Officers Row and Clark County Historical Museum.
