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?

Amami O Shima is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan. One-way flights to Amami O Shima typically cost $28, while round-trip flights cost around $35.

How much is a round-trip flight to Japan?

A round-trip flight to Japan will typically cost around $150, however they can be found for as little as $50.

Where does the fastest flight to Japan depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Japan, Honolulu offers the quickest one-way flight (8 hours 10 minutes).

Does Fukuoka have rental cars?

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

Are there hotels close to Fukuoka?

Yes. Fukuoka has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Chikuzeninari Hanasen is the closest property to Fukuoka (0.0 mi away from Fukuoka).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Japan?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Japan are ANA, Japan Airlines and United Airlines.

How long is the flight to Japan?

On average, a flight from New York to Japan takes 26 hours 34 minutes. Flights to Japan from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 2.0 - 8.3 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

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).

Find Cheap Flights to Japan

Home Search by date Vacation packages Hotels Flight deals Car rental Travel tips & news

Find cheap flights to Japan with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Find flights to Japan

One-wayRound-trip

Explore Japan

Find flight deals to Japan

Popular in	December
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$1,309
Round-trip from	$742
One-way from	$309
Good round-trip deal	$1,190 or less
Good one-way deal	$565 or less

Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price.

Search Deals

Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).

Search Deals

Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

Search Deals

From New York to Tokyo

Search Deals

One-way flight from New York to Japan

Search Deals

Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York to Japan.

Search Deals

Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York to Japan.

Search Deals

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Japan

Airlines

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Japan?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Japan are Ethiopian Air, Spirit Airlines and JetBlue.

What are the most popular places to fly to in Japan?

The most popular places in Japan to fly to are Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, Okinawa and Fukuoka.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Japan, such as ANA,Japan Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,160 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,160 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,160 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very good

1,759 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,160 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,525 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,160 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!

American Airlines

7.1

Good

11,542 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,160 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!

Air Canada

7.1

Good

10,866 reviews

ANA

8.4

Very good

1,160 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!

FAQs about flying to Japan

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?
Amami O Shima is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan. One-way flights to Amami O Shima typically cost $28, while round-trip flights cost around $35.
How much is a round-trip flight to Japan?
A round-trip flight to Japan will typically cost around $150, however they can be found for as little as $50.
Where does the fastest flight to Japan depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Japan, Honolulu offers the quickest one-way flight (8 hours 10 minutes).
Does Fukuoka have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Fukuoka can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Fukuoka?
Yes. Fukuoka has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Chikuzeninari Hanasen is the closest property to Fukuoka (0.0 mi away from Fukuoka).

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Top Japan destinations

Popular regions

Popular flights

Fly from Japan

Popular Japan flight routes

Complete your trip

Popular destinations

Popular routes

Flights by cabin class

Other countries

Find flights to Japan cities and airports

Flights to Fukuoka

Flights to Narita

Flights to Kansai Intl

Flights to Haneda

Flights to Chubu Centrair Intl

Flights to Kitakyushu

Flights to Shizuoka

Flights to Kumamoto

Flights to Osaka Itami

Flights to Miyakojima

Flights to Miyakojima

Flights to Izu Ōshima

Flights to Okinoshima

Flights to Nakashibetsu

Flights to Tokunoshima

Flights to Nakatane

Flights to Wadomari

Flights to Toyooka

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.

Cheap flights to Japan

Find cheap flights to Japan with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

2. Select your favorite providers

3. Compare prices and book

Find flights to Japan

Browse one-way and round-trip flights deals to Japan on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on March 31, 2026

Explore Japan

Find flight deals to Japan

Find the latest flights to Japan in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on March 31, 2026.

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Round-trip from

One-way from

Good round-trip deal

Good one-way deal

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Japan

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Japan?

Rainfall in Japan by month

Temperature in Japan by month

How long is the flight to Japan?

What are the most popular places to fly to in Japan?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Japan in the last few years. This data was updated on March 31, 2026.

The most popular places in Japan to fly to are Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, Okinawa and Fukuoka.

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 March 31, 2026.

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Japan, such as ANA,Japan Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Japan

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

What is the best airline to fly to Japan?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan?

How much is a round-trip flight to Japan?

Where does the fastest flight to Japan depart from?

Does Fukuoka have rental cars?

Are there hotels close to Fukuoka?

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Find flights to Japan cities and airports

Select your preferred flight destination in Japan from the list below.

Popular areas in Japan

Not sure where to visit in Japan? Start by selecting one of the most popular places in Japan below to filter down your possible destination.

Popular flight searches

Check out other popular destinations found by fellow travelers in 2026

Fly from these popular Japan cities

These are the most popular flight origins in Japan at this time.

Popular Japan flight routes

Browse through the most popular flight routes to Japan at this time.

Complete your trip

Complete your trip to Japan by reserving a rental car and/or hotel room.

Browse our most popular destinations

Most traveled routes by our users

Search flights to Japan by cabin class

Find flights to Japan, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.

Other countries in Asia

Check out other countries to fly to within Asia.

100% Free

Book with Flexibility

Travel Smart