Travelling from Seattle to Nagoya: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Seattle. Check out your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) when searching for a flight from Seattle to Nagoya.
Disembark at Nagoya's major arrival point, Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO).
Nagoya is 16 hours ahead of Seattle and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you make your Seattle to Nagoya flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Nagoya
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for Seattle to Nagoya flights leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Nagoya, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SEA.
Arriving in Nagoya
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
The distance from Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to central Nagoya is approximately 40 kilometers. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Nagoya, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near NGO:
Pick up a Chubu Centrair International Airport rental car and discover Nagoya and beyond with your own set of wheels. Times, TravelCar and E-drive are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Chubu Centrair International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
NGO is situated at 1丁目 県道522号線, Tokoname.
Nagoya Airport (NKM)
Nagoya Airport (NKM) is about 8 kilometres from the centre of Nagoya. Following your flight from Seattle to Nagoya, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Nagoya Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Rakuten, Toyota Rent A Car or バジェットレンタカー and make a speedy getaway.
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Reserve your ride from NKM once your travel dates are set.
You can find Nagoya Airport at Hayashizaki 県道448号線, Toyoba, Toyoyama.
Best time to go to Nagoya
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Seattle to Nagoya. June is the most popular month to visit Nagoya. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Nagoya is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Seattle to Nagoya ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Nagoya in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Nagoya
After booking your flight from Seattle to Nagoya, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nagoya:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are attractions you won't want to skip in Nagoya.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Nagoya, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Travel about 241 kilometres east to Yokohama to check off its top attractions. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of Japan, head for Osaka, about 137 kilometres south-west of Nagoya. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are key highlights.