Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 16 hours ahead of Santa Ana, where John Wayne Airport is located.
To avoid missing your SNA to Tokyo flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from SNA to Tokyo. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
SNA is about 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near SNA. Whether you're catching an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
81.53% of flights leaving John Wayne Airport reach their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SNA.
SNA's address is 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tokyo
P21,721 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Tokyo flight. Return plane tickets start at P40,562. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SNA to Tokyo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and venture far and wide through Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks before your flight from SNA to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is about 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SNA to Tokyo flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
You can find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo. The city buzzes during peak season, but rates are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Go to Tokyo in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your John Wayne Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SNA to Tokyo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are must-do's during your Tokyo adventure.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
