Cheap flights to Japan from $508

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CMH — NRT
May 9 — May 161

Flights to Japan in 2024

Find the latest flights to Japan in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,795,183 searches and data was last updated on May 4, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,356

Round-trip from

$927

One-way from

$508
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From New York to Tokyo
One-way flight from New York to Japan

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Cheap flights to Japan in May & June 2024

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The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to Japan in May and June 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to Tokyo
Sun 6/29:25 pmLGA - NRT
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/92:40 pmNRT - LGA
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,207
Sun 6/27:57 pmLGA - NRT
3 stops31h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/112:40 pmNRT - LGA
3 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,209
Mon 5/1312:30 amJFK - NRT
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/229:35 pmNRT - JFK
2 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,211
Tue 5/147:00 amLGA - NRT
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/224:25 pmNRT - LGA
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,211
Thu 5/1612:30 amJFK - NRT
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/22:40 pmNRT - JFK
3 stops32h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,213
Tue 5/216:20 pmJFK - NRT
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/42:40 pmNRT - JFK
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,214
Sun 6/29:25 pmLGA - NRT
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/94:25 pmNRT - LGA
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,214
Sun 6/210:30 amJFK - NRT
3 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/82:40 pmNRT - JFK
2 stops32h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,216
Tue 6/115:48 pmLGA - NRT
3 stops33h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/252:40 pmNRT - LGA
2 stops32h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,216
Cheap flights to Osaka
Wed 5/86:55 amEWR - KIX
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/57:30 amKIX - EWR
3 stops30h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,158
Wed 5/86:55 amEWR - KIX
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/45:50 pmKIX - EWR
3 stops44h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,159
Tue 5/78:30 pmEWR - KIX
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/57:30 amKIX - EWR
3 stops30h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,181
Tue 5/78:30 pmEWR - KIX
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/45:50 pmKIX - EWR
3 stops44h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,182
Wed 5/86:55 amEWR - KIX
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/37:30 amKIX - EWR
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,217
Wed 5/89:50 pmEWR - KIX
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/57:30 amKIX - EWR
3 stops30h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,245
Wed 5/89:50 pmEWR - KIX
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/45:50 pmKIX - EWR
3 stops44h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,246
Tue 5/78:30 pmEWR - KIX
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/37:30 amKIX - EWR
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,251
Tue 5/78:20 pmLGA - KIX
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/27:15 amKIX - LGA
3 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,259

Japan 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Japan in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,795,183 searches and data were last updated on May 4, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Japan in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 9/3012:25 amEWR - HND
1 stop29h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/219:55 pmHND - EWR
1 stop37h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,093
Sun 9/1512:25 amEWR - KIX
1 stop29h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/149:55 pmKIX - EWR
1 stop37h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,107
Tue 9/1712:25 amEWR - KIX
1 stop29h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/229:55 pmKIX - EWR
1 stop37h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,108
Mon 9/3012:25 amEWR - HND
1 stop29h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/229:55 pmHND - EWR
1 stop37h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,108
Mon 11/41:35 amEWR - KIX
1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines
Fri 11/2210:25 pmKIX - EWR
1 stop38h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,116
Tue 11/51:35 amEWR - HND
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/1110:05 pmHND - EWR
1 stop39h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,122

One-way flights to Japan

Explore one-way flight options to Japan for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,795,183 searches and data was last updated on May 4, 2024.
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Wed 10/236:21 pmEWR - NRT
1 stop30h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$508
Wed 5/81:30 pmJFK - KIX
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$640

Direct flights to Japan

Wed 10/211:20 amEWR - NRT
Nonstop14h 05mANA
Tue 10/155:15 pmNRT - EWR
Nonstop12h 35mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,536
Wed 10/911:20 amEWR - NRT
Nonstop14h 05mANA
Fri 10/255:15 pmNRT - EWR
Nonstop12h 35mANA
Deal found 5/2$1,541
Sun 9/111:45 amEWR - NRT
Nonstop13h 40mANA
Wed 9/185:15 pmNRT - EWR
Nonstop12h 35mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,569
Tue 10/811:20 amEWR - NRT
Nonstop14h 05mANA
Tue 11/55:40 pmNRT - EWR
Nonstop12h 35mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,578
Wed 8/711:45 amEWR - NRT
Nonstop13h 40mANA
Wed 8/285:15 pmNRT - EWR
Nonstop12h 45mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,581
Tue 10/11:30 amJFK - HND
Nonstop14h 15mJapan Airlines
Tue 10/1511:05 amHND - JFK
Nonstop12h 55mJapan Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,623
Sun 10/611:20 amEWR - NRT
Nonstop14h 05mANA
Mon 10/215:15 pmNRT - EWR
Nonstop12h 35mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,627
Wed 10/21:50 pmJFK - HND
Nonstop14h 25mANA
Wed 10/2310:45 pmHND - JFK
Nonstop13h 10mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,627
Mon 9/211:45 amEWR - NRT
Nonstop13h 40mANA
Tue 9/175:15 pmNRT - EWR
Nonstop12h 35mANA
Deal found 5/3$1,628

Average price of flights to Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Japan is currently $574 while a round-trip flight costs $1,115. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Japan (average of $794). Flying to Japan in July will prove the most costly (average of $1,279). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$794

February

$851

March

$1,013

April

$918

May

$1,038

June

$1,230

July

$1,279

August

$1,007

September

$956

October

$911

November

$891

December

$864

Temperature and rainfall in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

42.8 - 80.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Japan?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Japan. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights to Japan is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Japan. Reviews last updated May 4, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown ZIPAIR, Philippine Airlines and Fiji Airways to Japan to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

8.5
Very good
928 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

AIR PREMIA
8.4
Very good
36 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

8.4
Very good
1,542 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews
8.6
Very good
1,186 reviews

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.8

Food

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I went to airport at 8;30 pm really to check in but they didn’t let me go they said my ticket had problems …I confused asked them check out to office help me please but they said they can’t ! beg them help😭They told me if want to fly now need buy another ticket $ 3585 or want go tomorrow $1889 OMG it’s terrible I cried and asked them could you help me find another ticket cheaper I need to go back home on time he stand up said NO if you want cheap go buy another plane ✈️ I did ! I bought ticket of American Airlines is $980 ! I came home now ! Please 🙏 check out about my problems it’s terrible for travelers! I am so tired and very disappointed ! Own business in USA 🇺🇸 I understand how to take care of customer services it’s very important ! Please 🙏 check out on them be fair for customer satisfaction ! By that time I spoke with them Vietnamese language and English too but they try to making money 💴 from me it’s very poor! So sad 😭 for vacation! Please 🙏

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Japan?

Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, Okinawa and Fukuoka are the most popular flight destinations in Japan.

Overview

Silk art, bonsai and Sony – all common items found in most American households; all from Japan. Look around and you’re bound to find more of today’s must-haves around the house, in the yard, in the car or at the office. Japan is known for many things, most of all its innovative technology and futuristic ideas. But before sushi was a staple in American diets and animes were part of every teenager’s computer games, Japan fought its way into the history books determined to be an independent country. Book airline tickets to Japan to be in the hub of innovation.

If you’re expecting to see geishas and rickshaws as soon as you get off your flight to Japan, think again. It’s more likely your flight to Japan lands you in the middle of modern culture and technology at its best. Look carefully — you’re catching a glimpse of the future featuring everything from new pop music to new technology. If authentic history is what you booked cheap flights to Japan for, don’t despair. There are plenty of temples, shrines, and museums to explore filled with Japan’s history and culture. Go shopping at the Kyoto Handicraft Center and take a tour of Ryoanji Temple, which houses one of the most famous Zen gardens. Head to Gion and watch the famous geishas stroll by before taking part in a tradition tea ceremony. Take a trip to Hiroshima and visit the Peace Memorial Park, the memorial area that pays tribute to the day in 1945 when Hiroshima became the first city shattered by an atomic bomb.

Whatever the reason for your flight to Japan, there is something for everyone. Japan’s cars, computers and electronics production make it one of the most innovative countries in the world. The bonsai, geisha and western art make Japan one of the most cultural countries in the world.

Book flights to Japan to find harmony in this peaceful nation.

  • How long is the flight to Japan?

    Many airlines fly to Japan from the United States. The fastest nonstop flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Narita Airport in Tokyo, takes around 14h 15m, while the shortest one-stop flight time from John F Kennedy International Airport to Kansai Airport in Osaka, is roughly 17h 55m. The shortest nonstop flight time from Los Angeles International Airport to Narita Airport is roughly 11h 50m, and flights from Los Angeles International Airport nonstop to Kansai Airport takes approximately 12h 40m. Some flights to Kansai Airport can have a duration as long as 32h, depending on the airline’s schedule, number of stopovers, and stopover length.

  • Which cities offer direct flights to Japan?

    Direct flights are offered from the United States to Japan by many airlines. United Airlines offers nonstop flight deals to Japan from Chicago, Boston, and Las Vegas. American Airlines offers 56 flights to Tokyo every month. Delta Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, ANA (All Nippon Airways), Korean Air and Singapore Airlines all fly direct from the US to Narita Airport. As another option, if you’re flying to Kansai Airport in Osaka, you’ll find direct flights from Japan Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, Asiana Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Air Asia You can fly from Chicago, Seattle, Houston, Denver, Atlanta, San Diego. New York and Las Vegas.

  • What is the best way to travel around Japan?

    Japan is known for being technologically advanced. This true of the transportation systems, as well. High-speed rail is the high-end way to travel. They have a slower rail system that travels regionally and tickets are less expensive than the famous bullet trains. Whichever you choose, purchasing a JR (Japan Rail) pass lowers your rail costs and you can ride an unlimited amount. You can select the time frame you want to use it seven, 14, or 21 days. Rail is popular but flights are too especially because budget airlines have entered the Japanese airspace and their ticket prices are comparable to the ticket prices of the bullet train. By far, the cheapest way to get around Japan is to take the bus.

  • What are some things to do in Japan?

    While in Tokyo, explore the historic Asakusa neighborhood and the Senso-ji temple. Anime fans will love a trip to Akihabara where they can pick up anime films and collectibles. Learn the history and sport of Sumo at the Sumo Museum and check out the Sky Tree, the world’s tallest tower. While in Osaka, get up close and personal with marine life at the Osaka Aquarium, Kaiyukan. Visit Universal Studios Japan for movie-themed adventures and rides, and in the evening, catch a show in the D?tonbori district.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Japan?

    You must have a valid passport and a departure ticket in order to stay without a visa. You are allowed to stay for up to 90 days “visa free.” Your passport has to be valid for the entirety of your stay in Japan and while you are in the country; you cannot work.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Japan if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Japan on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Japan?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Spirit Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Japan.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan?

    Asahikawa Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan. One-way flights to Asahikawa Airport typically cost $29, while round-trip flights cost around $32.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Japan?

    A round-trip flight to Japan will typically cost around $84, however they can be found for as little as $32.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Japan depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Japan, Chicago offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Tokyo Narita Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Tokyo Narita Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Yes. Tokyo Narita Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Narita Airport Rest House is the closest property to Tokyo Narita Airport (0.0 mi away from Tokyo Narita Airport).

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