Seattle to Narita (SEA–NRT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SEA–NRT is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 4,757 miles in approximately 10h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines | 7 | 332 | 10h30 | Oneworld | – | |
| JL Japan Airlines Also: MH | 7 | 789 | 10h05 | Oneworld | MH | |
| HA Hawaiian Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Narita from Seattle
| Metric | SEA→NRT | BFI→NRT |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SEA | – | 5 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | – |
| Flight time | 10h 15m | 10h 14m |
| Departure OTP | 78% | – |
Travel Essentials
SEA: PDT · NRT: JST
When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 10:00 AM (next day) in Narita.
US citizens enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business. No pre-registration required. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Complete the Visit Japan Web form online before arrival to speed up immigration and customs processing. Declare cash over JPY 1,000,000. Bringing meat, fruit, or plant products requires declaration; penalties for violations are strict.
Link Light Rail runs from downtown Seattle (Westlake station) to the airport in 38 minutes ($3.50 peak). Trains run every 6–12 minutes during peak hours from 5am to 1am. Ride-shares run $30–50 from downtown; SR-99 and I-5 can be heavily congested southbound during afternoon rush (3–7pm).
Sound Transit 574 express bus serves Tacoma ($2.50–4). Sounder commuter rail connects Tacoma to the airport area via a shuttle.
Keisei Skyliner (41 min to Ueno, ¥2,570) and Narita Express (N'EX, 60 min to Tokyo Station, ¥3,070) are the primary train options. Limousine buses serve major hotels throughout Tokyo, Yokohama, and even Osaka for ¥3,200–¥6,000. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are connected by free shuttle bus; Terminal 3 (LCC) is a 15-minute walk or shuttle from Terminal 2.
Rental car desks are in the arrivals halls. Highway Bus (cheaper than limousine) is available to many cities. IC card (Suica/Pasmo) works on Keisei and JR lines from NRT at standard fares.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–September) are hot, very humid, and subject to the rainy season (tsuyu) in June–July, followed by typhoon season peaking in August–October. Typhoons can close Narita for 12–24 hours. The airport is particularly exposed on the Chiba plain. Temperatures reach 28–34°C.
Winters (December–February) are cool and dry at 3–10°C with clear skies. This is the most reliable flying season. Snow is infrequent but causes significant disruption when it occurs. The Kanto plain is ill-equipped for heavy snowfall. Spring (late March–April) is mild.
SEA–NRT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SEA to NRT
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SEA to NRT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SEA to NRT is about 10 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,757 miles (7,655 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Vancouver, Ted Stevens Anchorage and Calgary. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (BFI).