Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
A direct flight from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport takes on average 9 hours 7 minutes. The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, so it's 16 hours behind Tokyo.
You can choose from 9 weekly flights from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The 12:10 departure with JAL is the earliest available between NRT and SEA. JAL operates the last service of the day at 18:35 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the NRT - SEA route are:
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is C$498. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,043. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap flight tickets from NRT to SEA, book your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from NRT to SEA every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
To reach Narita International Airport from central Tokyo, it'll take around 58 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
Booked an early flight from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near NRT:
Arriving at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Reserve a hotel close to SEA if you're taking a late flight from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the center of Seattle. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 18 minutes.
It takes roughly 54 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The quietest month for a flight from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Seattle based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Narita International Airport to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NRT to SEA in February. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Seattle
After locking in your flights from NRT to SEA, you'll want to find a hotel in Seattle. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Picardo Farm P-Patch Community Garden, Elliott Bay Waterfront and LMN Architects are highlights which should be on any good Seattle itinerary.
Complete your Seattle trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Seattle.