NRT
Airport code
$550
Avg low fare (roundtrip)
February
Cheapest month
13h 30m
Flight time
Tokyo Travel Essentials
Visa (US)
Visa-free 90 days
Currency
Japanese Yen (JPY)
Timezone
JST (UTC+9) — Japan does not observe daylight saving time
Language
Japanese. English signage in transit and tourist areas, but limited conversational English outside hotels.
Airlines Flying to Tokyo
Compare fares from top carriers serving Tokyo (NRT)
| Airline | From | Type | Duration | Price Range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | New York | Direct | 12h 45m | $700-$1,400 | Daily |
| Japan Airlines (JAL) | Los Angeles | Direct | 12h 30m | $680-$1,350 | Daily |
| United Airlines | San Francisco | Direct | 13h 30m | $600-$1,200 | Daily |
| Delta Air Lines | Los Angeles | Direct | 14h | $620-$1,250 | Daily |
| American Airlines | Dallas | Direct | 14h 15m | $650-$1,300 | Daily |
| Korean Air | Seoul (via) | 1 Stop | 16h | $550-$1,000 | Daily |
Cheapest Months to Fly to Tokyo
Avg roundtrip fares by month — book in 8-12 weeks before departure for the best deals
January
$620
Post-New Year lull. Cold but clear skies, good for budget travelers.
February
$550
Cheapest month. Chilly but uncrowded. Plum blossom season begins late Feb.
March
$1100
Cherry blossom season — the most expensive time. Book 12+ weeks early.
April
$950
Late cherry blossoms and Golden Week buildup. Still in high demand.
May
$850
Golden Week (Apr 29-May 5) spikes prices. Pleasant spring weather after.
June
$650
Rainy season (tsuyu) begins mid-June. Fewer tourists, lower prices.
July
$800
Summer festivals and fireworks. Hot and humid but vibrant.
August
$850
Obon holiday season. Summer heat peaks. Book early for festival dates.
September
$680
Heat eases. Typhoon season but prices drop. Good shoulder value.
October
$750
Autumn foliage begins. Comfortable weather, moderate demand.
November
$600
Peak autumn colors. One of the best value months with great weather.
December
$1050
Holiday season and year-end travel surge. Illumination events across the city.
Best deal: Fly in February, November, January for avg $550 roundtrip
Avoid March (peak: ~$1100)
Cheap Flights to Tokyo from Popular Cities
Compare fares from US, Canadian, and international airports
New York to Tokyo
JFK → NRT · 14h
$750
Los Angeles to Tokyo
LAX → NRT · 11h 30m
$650
San Francisco to Tokyo
SFO → NRT · 11h
$620
Chicago to Tokyo
ORD → NRT · 13h
$700
London to Tokyo
LHR → NRT · 11h 45m
$680
Seoul to Tokyo
ICN → NRT · 2h 30m
$250
Singapore to Tokyo
SIN → NRT · 7h
$380
Sydney to Tokyo
SYD → NRT · 9h 30m
$580
Tips for Finding Cheap Flights to Tokyo
Fly in February
The cheapest month to fly to Tokyo is February with average roundtrip fares around $550. Avoid March when prices peak at $1100.
Book 8-12 weeks before departure
For the best fares to Tokyo, book 8-12 weeks before departure. Last-minute bookings are typically 40-60% more expensive on international routes.
Compare Direct vs Connecting
Direct flights take 13h 30m, while one-stop options via hub cities take 18-22h but can save $100-200. Try connecting via Seoul (via).
Pay with Crypto & Save
Avoid the 2-4% international card conversion fee on JPY transactions. Japan's cash-heavy culture means ATM fees add up fast — paying in stablecoin (USDT/USDC) upfront eliminates both conversion and withdrawal costs.
Complete Guide to Flights to Tokyo
Airline comparison, airport guide, neighborhoods, visa info, and seasonal booking tips.
Cheap Flights to Tokyo FAQ
What is the cheapest month to fly to Tokyo?
February is typically the cheapest month, with average roundtrip fares around $550 from the US West Coast and $620 from the East Coast. November is also excellent value at $600 avg. Avoid March (cherry blossom season, $1,100 avg) and December (holiday rush, $1,050 avg) when demand peaks.
How long is the flight to Tokyo from the US?
Direct flights from Los Angeles or San Francisco take about 11-11.5 hours. From New York JFK, expect 14 hours nonstop. From Chicago, around 13 hours direct. One-stop flights via Seoul (Korean Air) or Taipei (EVA Air) add 4-6 hours but can save $100-200.
Should I fly into Haneda or Narita airport?
Haneda (HND) is far more convenient — only 14 km from central Tokyo with a 20-minute train ride costing $2-3.50. Narita (NRT) is 60 km out and takes 55-90 minutes. However, Narita has more international long-haul routes and sometimes cheaper fares. At similar prices, always pick Haneda.
Which airlines fly direct to Tokyo from the US?
ANA and JAL offer direct flights from JFK, LAX, SFO, Chicago, Houston, and Seattle. United flies nonstop from SFO, LAX, and Newark. Delta operates from LAX, Seattle, Minneapolis, and Detroit. American Airlines flies direct from Dallas and Los Angeles.
Can I pay for Tokyo flights with cryptocurrency?
Yes. Travorio accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, USDC, and 100+ cryptocurrencies for all Tokyo routes. Japan legalized crypto as payment in 2017. Paying in crypto avoids the 2-4% international conversion fee on JPY transactions.
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