Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 17 hours ahead of Santa Ana, where John Wayne Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your SNA to Tokyo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SNA to Tokyo with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana, SNA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SNA:
81% of flights leaving John Wayne Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from SNA.
You'll find SNA at 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Tokyo
ر.ق. 1,685 is currently the best price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Tokyo flight. Return plane tickets start at ر.ق. 3,727. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SNA to Tokyo. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a John Wayne Airport to Tokyo ticket.
There's no need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from SNA to Tokyo.
Save on your flight from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Reserving your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from SNA to Tokyo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is located around 56 kilometres from Tokyo 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 be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour on public transport.
Following your SNA to Tokyo flight, unwind at a hotel near NRT. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT can help you lock in a better rate.
The address for Tokyo Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
December is the quietest month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo, while March is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your John Wayne Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 15ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SNA to Tokyo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Tokyo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street 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 once you've seen the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
