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$388+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Japan

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — FUK
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Japan

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 16, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1211:50 am
ORD
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KIX
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/217:45 am
KIX
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ORD
2 stops27h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,138
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/154:00 pm
ORD
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KIX
1 stop30h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/296:30 pm
KIX
-
ORD
1 stop33h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/16$1,143
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/224:15 pm
ORD
-
KIX
1 stop24h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 10/149:05 am
KIX
-
ORD
1 stop42h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/611:50 am
ORD
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ITM
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/208:20 pm
ITM
-
ORD
2 stops39h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/211:50 am
ORD
-
KIX
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/17:20 pm
KIX
-
ORD
2 stops40h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,147
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/94:00 pm
ORD
-
NRT
1 stop24h 50m
Cathay Pacific
Wed 9/163:45 pm
NRT
-
ORD
2 stops36h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/11$1,157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/411:50 am
ORD
-
NRT
Nonstop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/1811:30 am
NRT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/85:59 pm
ORD
-
NRT
2 stops30h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/232:35 pm
NRT
-
ORD
1 stop29h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/34:00 pm
ORD
-
HND
1 stop31h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 9/154:20 pm
HND
-
ORD
1 stop35h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/14$1,162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2011:50 am
ORD
-
NRT
Nonstop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/2611:30 am
NRT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/310:18 am
ORD
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KIX
1 stop30h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/257:20 pm
KIX
-
ORD
2 stops40h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,163
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/124:15 pm
ORD
-
NRT
1 stop32h 15m
Cathay Pacific
Tue 5/263:45 pm
NRT
-
ORD
2 stops36h 10m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 5/12$1,164

Find flight deals from Illinois to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated May 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,145
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$388
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,335

Good round-trip deal

$1,389 or less

Good one-way deal

$619 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Tokyo (TYO) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Tokyo (TYO) flights.
From Illinois to Japan
One-way flight from Illinois to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($15 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Japan.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Japan.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/28

7:16 pm-9:55 am

2 stops24h 39m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 11/11

6:10 pm-5:40 am

2 stops26h 30m

$1,329

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/22

8:42 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops25h 18m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 9/5

7:05 pm-6:22 am

2 stops25h 17m

$1,338

ChicagoKobe

ORD - UKB

ORDUKB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/12

12:30 am-6:00 pm

1 stop27h 30m

Kobe

Wed 9/16

11:00 am-8:45 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,340

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

12:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop19h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 9/9

6:30 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop40h 15m

$1,345

St. LouisTokyo

STL - NRT

STLNRT

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 9/22

6:51 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops29h 39m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 10/7

3:45 pm-10:00 pm

3 stops44h 15m

$1,346

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

6:42 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops27h 18m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 8/31

7:05 pm-6:22 am

2 stops25h 17m

$1,352

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/14

4:15 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 10/22

5:35 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop34h 20m

$1,366

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/15

4:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop39h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 10/22

9:45 am-1:55 pm

1 stop42h 10m

$1,374

ChicagoKobe

ORD - UKB

ORDUKB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/17

12:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop19h 30m

Kobe

Wed 10/28

11:00 am-8:35 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,375

St. LouisTokyo

STL - NRT

STLNRT

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 10/8

6:51 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops35h 59m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 10/18

10:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops38h 00m

$1,381

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Japan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Japan

How far ahead should I book a flight from Illinois to Japan?

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Illinois to Japan. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Japan?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Japan (average of $108). Flying from Illinois to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,990). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 16, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Illinois to Japan is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Japan?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Japan. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Japan flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Japan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Japan?

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Japan in 27h 30m. Fly via EVA Air, Cathay Pacific, or Delta to get the fastest option. Illinois and Japan are separated by a distance of 6476 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Japan one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $468 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include ANA from $481 and Korean Air from $509 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Japan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Japan flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Japan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Japan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Japan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Japan by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Japan?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Japan (average of $108). Flying from Illinois to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,990). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Illinois to Japan

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Japan. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$613Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$696Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air CanadaCheapest$861Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$893Average$1,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$915Average$1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$940Average$1,451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
EVA AirCheapest$978Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,001Average$1,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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