Flying from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): What you need to know
Tokyo's main base, Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Hop on a direct Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 12 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is 14 hours behind Tokyo. Washington Dulles International Airport is located in Washington DC.
The busiest route is from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), with 14 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from HND to IAD is the 10:20am ANA service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 4:50pm with United Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Tokyo to IAD.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like March. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
You can take a direct flight from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) departing from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND).
You can lock in a direct flight from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport with ANA. This leading airline operates departures from HND.
Most passengers choose to book seats with ANA (All Nippon Airways) between HND and IAD.
ANA (All Nippon Airways) is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 83.47% of services landing as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Tokyo to IAD that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between HND and IAD include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Travelling from central Tokyo to HND takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Tokyo Haneda International Airport:
78% of flights departing from Tokyo Haneda International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
HND's address is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport. Check out these connections between Tokyo Narita International Airport and IAD:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Tokyo to NRT in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Tokyo to IAD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Tokyo Narita International Airport:
Tokyo Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Have a late flight from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near IAD and hit the lights earlier:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport flight.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Washington Dulles International Airport is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport is ج.م. 23,135. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 49,756. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Tokyo to IAD, book your plane ticket five months ahead of your departure date.
October is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
February is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Tokyo to IAD plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Washington DC to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Washington Dulles International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
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Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Lincoln Memorial, The White House and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History are must-do's during your Washington DC adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 225 kilometres northeast of Washington DC, a trip to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, head for Virginia Beach, roughly 274 kilometres southeast of Washington DC. Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Resort Beach and Neptune's Park are among the biggest draws.