Seattle to Okinawa Flights

Seattle Airport

While Seattle is home to several airports, the only one that handles commercial flights is the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Also known as Sea-Tac, this airport is responsible for all incoming flights, along with flights from Seattle. Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and US Airways are a few airlines that operate out of this airport. Located in SeaTac, Washington, the airport sits along the intersection of three state routes: 99, 518, and 509. Though the airport has three terminals, only the Concourse Terminal and North Satellite Terminal handle domestic flights. The South Satellite Terminal specializes in international flights. It's just a short drive from the airport to downtown.

Transportation

When you need to reach your hotel quickly, head for the public transportation system, which consists of Sound Transit and Metro Transit. The buses and light rails only cost a few dollars, and you can visit the sales counter at any station to purchase tickets for your trip. The light rail system drops passengers directly at some of the top hotels in the downtown area. Seattle uses a grid system for its roads, which makes finding your hotel easy if you drive. You can use the Orbitz.com sign to look for rental cars from the airport.

Weather

If you visit during the spring, winter, or fall, you need a warm coat and an umbrella. Though the city does not get snow, it does get a high amount of rain during these seasons, and temperatures that can drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer is much warmer, with temperatures in the high 70s and less rainfall.

Popular Attractions

Seattle is home to dozens of cultural activities and attractions, including the Seattle International Film Festival, the Henry Art Galley, the Woodland Park Zoo, and the Seattle Underground Tour, which takes you through older parts of the city. When you look for flights from Seattle on Orbitz.com, take a few minutes to look for other low-cost attractions in the city.

Okinawa Airport Information

You can get great deals on cheap flights to Okinawa through Orbitz.com. Okinawa Airport, or Naha Airport, is located 2.5 miles west of downtown Naha and serves domestic flights via airlines such as Japan Transocean Air, All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines, Skymark Airlines and Ryukyu Air Commuter. International flights are served by Hong Kong Express Airways, China Airline, China Eastern Airline and Asiana Airline. The airport boasts two terminals 100 meters apart, with domestic flights handled at the main terminals.

Transportation From Okinawa Airport

Besides cheap air tickets, Orbitz.com will also arrange for low-cost transportation from the airport to Naha via the Okinawa Urban Monorail. Car rental companies, shuttle buses and limousines provide transportation services. The monorail will cost between JPY200 and JPY290, while taxi services charge JPY1000 to Naha Bus Terminal, located 2.4 miles away. The services are accessible from outside the main terminal.

Okinawa Weather Information

Okinawa's climate is primarily subtropical, with much of the year being rainy and humid. The hottest month in Okinawa is August, with an average high of 87 º F. January is the coldest month, with an average low of 56 º F.

Major Attractions in Okinawa

While in Okinawa, you can experience nature by visiting Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, which is the second largest aquarium in the world. Other popular places include Pineapple Park, Seifa Utaki, Hedo Point and Shurijo Castle. If you enjoy diving and snorkeling, the best time to visit is between June and August. Before making your travel plans, search Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Okinawa, hotel deals and popular vacation spots.