Travelling from Washington DC to Tokyo: what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Tokyo. Check out your options for jetting out of Washington DC from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
When it comes to choosing where to land in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the chief entry points.
Hop on a direct Washington DC to Tokyo flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 14 hours 10 minutes.
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Washington DC to Tokyo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Tokyo
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Flying from Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
We make it easy to book a Washington DC to Tokyo flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Tokyo out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Kick off your travels at IAD and disembark at Haneda Airport (HND).
United Airlines offers direct Washington DC to Tokyo plane tickets from IAD. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in one go.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Washington DC to Tokyo flight, browse these options when taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 50 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Washington DC to Tokyo, kick back in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
You can lock in a ticket from Washington DC to Tokyo with a stop or two out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). These are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and Tokyo:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 40 kilometres away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Tokyo flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Pick up a Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. After your flight from Washington DC to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to NRT. Kick back after your Washington DC to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Tokyo, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Washington DC to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Washington DC to Tokyo in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Journey about 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to tick off its top sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, your itinerary will be busy.
Osaka is another standout destination in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without experiencing Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.