Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your IAD to NRT flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Narita International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between IAD and NRT include:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
At the moment, R 4,695 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 8,415. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from IAD to NRT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Narita International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from IAD to NRT is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Narita International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
When it comes to Washington Dulles International Airport's on-time performance, 74.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 3 hours 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near IAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Narita International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Narita International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport to central Tokyo has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Narita International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Tokyo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Narita International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Tokyo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IAD to NRT sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Japan you should also see. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a visit to Yokohama will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Osaka is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without experiencing Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.