Flying from Seattle to Narita International Airport (NRT): What you need to know
Seattle is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seattle to Narita International Airport (NRT) taking off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Jump on a direct Seattle to Narita International Airport flight and you'll be traveling for around 10 hours 15 minutes.
Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of Seattle. Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo, which runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with JAL at 1:55pm. Go for the first SEA to NRT departure operated by JAL at 12:10pm if getting there sooner works for you.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Seattle to NRT.
With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Go straight to your destination from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Narita International Airport (NRT) operate from here.
JAL is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Seattle to Narita International Airport departing from SEA.
The most frequently booked airline between SEA and NRT is JAL.
With a dependable 85.0% of services arriving on schedule, JAL is the top on-time carrier serving this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to NRT. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 23 kilometers from the center of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Narita International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination on time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to NRT flight? Unwind in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Narita International Airport (NRT)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Narita International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near NRT and hit the pillow fast:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Narita International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Narita International Airport (NRT)
AED 1,083 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Narita International Airport. A return flight starts from AED 2,203. These prices may change depending on availability.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Seattle to NRT by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
October is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Seattle to Narita International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Narita International Airport (NRT)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Tokyo. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Narita International Airport (NRT), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Seattle to NRT flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February has temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Narita International Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Narita International Airport:
You'll find loads of things to do in Tokyo when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Tokyo Skytree followed by Tokyo Station and Fushimi Inari Daimyojin.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometers west of Tokyo, a visit to Nagoya will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Nagoya Castle, Sakura Park and Atsuta Shrine.
Around 209 kilometers south-west of Tokyo, Shizuoka is another essential stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kiyomizu-dera, Japanese Garden and Uomachi Inari Shrine.