Flying from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is located in Anchorage. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is 18 hours ahead of Anchorage.
Give yourself enough time to get on your ANC to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from ANC to Tokyo. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
ANC is about 6 kilometres from central Anchorage. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to ANC? If you're boarding an early flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Tokyo, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
81% of flights departing from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from ANC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Tokyo flight is R 7,265. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,709. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ANC to Tokyo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Finding cheap tickets from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Tokyo is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across every month and score an epic deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near HND if you have a late flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from ANC to Tokyo can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is located around 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your ANC to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Score the best price by reserving your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Tokyo. March is the most popular month to visit Tokyo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ANC to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are top sights which should be on every Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Travel about 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its top sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.