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11/30/26
11:15 pm
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$897
United AirlinesUnited Airlinesfound Nov 11
12/08/26
10:55 am
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14h 20m
12/09/26
3:15 pm
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12/15/26
5:15 pm
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12h 40m
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3:55 pm
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10:55 am
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14h 20m
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3:15 pm
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11/30/26
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12/01/26
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11/30/26
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Cathay PacificCathay Pacificfound Nov 13
11/30/26
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26h 50mHKGHong Kong International Airport
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6:30 am
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12/07/26
9:35 pm
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28h 25mHKGHong Kong International Airport
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$1,113
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11/30/26
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9:55 pm
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$1,192
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12/03/26
10:55 am
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14h 20m
12/04/26
3:15 pm
NRTTokyo Narita Airport
12/10/26
5:15 pm
NRTTokyo Narita Airport
12h 40m
12/10/26
3:55 pm
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$1,142

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How far in advance should I book?

Cheapest about 5 weeks out at $897

Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from New York City to Tokyo, around $897. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $1,036, $139 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $1,285.

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How far in advance should I book? (selected points, lowest and highest included)
Days before departureAverage fare
180 days$1,285
172 days$1,285
166 days$1,289
164 days$1,289
156 days$1,285
148 days$1,255
140 days$1,214
132 days$1,180
124 days$1,153
116 days$1,126
108 days$1,099
100 days$1,073
92 days$1,048
84 days$1,021
76 days$995
68 days$970
60 days$948
52 days$926
44 days$912
36 days$899
33 days$897
28 days$897
20 days$914
12 days$963
4 days$1,016
0 days$1,036

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York City to Tokyo. At $1,634 it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day, 11% above average.

$1,781Sun$1,725Mon$1,640Tue$1,947Wed$1,815Thu$1,634Fri$1,694Sat
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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?
DayAverage fare
Sun$1,781
Mon$1,725
Tue$1,640
Wed$1,947
Thu$1,815
Fri$1,634
Sat$1,694

When is the best time of day to fly?

Midday (12pm - 2pm) is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York City to Tokyo. At $1,188 it is 44% cheaper than the average time. Afternoon (2pm - 5pm) is the most expensive time, 43% above average.

$2,177Early Morning$1,745Morning$1,188Midday$3,057Afternoon$2,229Evening$2,400Late Night
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When is the best time of day to fly?
Time of dayAverage fare
Early Morning$2,177
Morning$1,745
Midday$1,188
Afternoon$3,057
Evening$2,229
Late Night$2,400

What do round-trip flights from New York City to Tokyo cost?

Share of fares in each price range, adjusted to current prices.

14%$500to $1,00037%$1,000to $1,50025%$1,500to $2,00015%$2,000to $2,5005%$2,500to $3,0002%$3,000to $3,5002%$3,500and up
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What do round-trip flights from New York City to Tokyo cost?
Price rangeShare of fares
$500 to $1,00014%
$1,000 to $1,50037%
$1,500 to $2,00025%
$2,000 to $2,50015%
$2,500 to $3,0005%
$3,000 to $3,5002%
$3,500 and up2%
Methodology: learn how we calculate these charts

The charts “How far in advance should I book?”, “What's the cheapest day of the week to fly?” and “What do round-trip flights from New York City to Tokyo cost?” are built from the prices Priceline customers actually paid for flights on this route over the past 12 months or more.

Where a route has too few bookings to fill every point in a chart, we borrow the shape of the curve from a group of routes with similar price behavior and fit it to the fares booked on this route.

Because past fares don’t reflect today’s market, we then adjust the historical prices for current conditions such as inflation and fuel costs, using the round-trip fares found in recent searches on this route.

The chart “When is the best time of day to fly?” is calculated directly from the fares found in recent searches, not from historical bookings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about flying from New York City to Tokyo.

What is the typical flight duration from New York City to Tokyo?

Flights from New York City to Tokyo are about 6,717 miles. The typical nonstop flight time is 14 hours 20 minutes eastbound, while the return trip from Tokyo to New York takes 12 hours 40 minutes, making the outbound leg about 1 hour 40 minutes longer.
Methodology
Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.

Are there any direct flights from New York City to Tokyo?

United Airlines flies nonstop from Newark to Tokyo Narita, with daily service departing at 10:55 AM. That is the only carrier currently scheduled nonstop on this route.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it comes from the fares quoted in the Priceline searches our route pages run for this route, for departures about 17 to 37 days out.

What are the ground transportation options in Tokyo?

Ride the Narita Express (N'EX) for direct service to Tokyo Station in just under an hour, or take the faster Keisei Skyliner to Nippori and Ueno in about 40 minutes. Airport Limousine buses reach major hotels and hubs across the city, while low-cost buses serve Tokyo Station and Ginza from ¥1,000. Flat-rate taxis to central Tokyo run roughly ¥20,000–30,000 depending on the ward, and rental car desks from Nippon, Toyota, Nissan, Times and Orix are available at Terminals 1 and 2.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from New York City to Tokyo?

Average fares from New York City to Tokyo bottom out around $357 in late September, making it the cheapest stretch to fly. The cheapest months overall are September, October, and January, while the most expensive period is late December, with average fares around $457. July is the priciest month overall, averaging about $446.
Methodology
Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.

How far in advance should I book tickets from New York City to Tokyo?

Book about 5 weeks before departure for the best fares from New York City to Tokyo, around $897. Booking in the final days before the flight costs about $1,036, $139 more. Booking six months ahead runs about $1,285. Fares are adjusted to current market conditions.
Methodology
Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.

Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from New York City to Tokyo?

There are no nonstop overnight flights from New York City to Tokyo, but connecting red-eye itineraries do operate. Korean Air (YP) and Asiana (OZ) fly the overnight long leg from New York to Seoul Incheon, departing around 11:15 PM to 12:30 AM and arriving 4:55 AM to 6:10 AM the next day (or two days later for the 11:15 PM departure), while Cathay Pacific flies JFK to Hong Kong departing 1:45 AM and arriving 6:30 AM the next morning. Turkish Airlines also runs an overnight leg from Istanbul to Tokyo departing 3:25 PM and arriving 8:40 AM the next morning.
Methodology
Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times and block times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes. A flight counts as a red-eye when it departs in the afternoon or evening (3 p.m. or later local time) or in the early hours before 4 a.m., and is in the air at some point between midnight and 4 a.m. local time at both its departure airport and its arrival airport. An evening flight that lands before midnight at its destination is never counted, nor is a morning departure or a daytime long-haul that reaches the next calendar date only because of time zones. Each red-eye is labelled with its timing (for example, overnight and landing the next morning, or late-night and landing after midnight). For connecting itineraries the same rule is applied to the longer leg, from one representative day's flight search.

Which airlines usually operate this route from New York City to Tokyo?

United Airlines operates the only nonstop service from New York City to Tokyo, flying daily from Newark to Narita with a 10:55 AM departure. The typical median fare on this route is around $1,742, making United the low-fare leader among carriers serving it. United is a member of Star Alliance.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.

Which airport should I use in Tokyo?

Narita is the main international gateway for Tokyo and ideal for most long-haul flights. Haneda is closer to central Tokyo and popular for domestic and many international routes, especially business travel.

How do I get to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport from the city center?

From midtown Manhattan, the fastest and most direct option is the Long Island Rail Road from Penn Station or Grand Central to Jamaica, then the AirTrain to JFK, taking about 35 minutes for less than $15 per person. The cheapest option is the subway plus AirTrain at $11.75 for most riders, with a total journey of roughly 60 to 90 minutes. A yellow taxi from Manhattan costs a flat $70 plus tolls and tip, while ride-share services like Uber and Lyft typically run $60 to $150 or more depending on demand. If you drive, terminal parking lots charge up to $94 daily, and you can also drop off for free at the Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain lot and take the eight-minute AirTrain ride to your terminal.
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Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Tokyo airport?

Tokyo Narita Airport has a capsule hotel called Nine Hours Narita Airport connected to Terminal 2, on the landside in the multi-story car park P2, B1F, where you can book a sleeping pod for a few hours or overnight. Day rooms are also available airside in Terminals 1 and 2, though they close at night. Several nearby hotels offer complimentary shuttle service, but the capsule hotel is the only on-site sleeping option.
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What facilities and services are available to travelers at Tokyo Narita International Airport?

Tokyo Narita International Airport is distinguished by its observation deck, which offers impressive views of the runways and includes a Mini Gallery of Japanese Art with images, sculptures, and stained-glass pieces. Travelers can also use shower rooms in Terminal 1's Central Building on the 2nd floor, open from 7 AM to 9 PM with a fee of 1,100 yen per 30 minutes. The airport provides free Wi-Fi access inside the terminals, along with free internet devices and charging areas in various locations. Currency exchange counters and ATMs are available throughout the terminals, and SIM cards for data use can be purchased from vending machines. Duty-free shopping is available after departure screening, with the largest shop located in Terminal 2's Main Building on the 3rd floor. Coin-operated lockers and baggage storage are offered, and prayer rooms are located on the 3rd floor of Terminal 1 and the 1st floor of Terminal 2.
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Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the New York City and Tokyo airports?

John F. Kennedy International Airport offers wheelchair services, guided assistance, and oxygen support arranged in advance through your airline, travel agent, or a TSA Cares request made at least 72 hours before the flight. JFK also provides Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyards, accessible restrooms, and service animal relief areas in every terminal. Tokyo Narita International Airport provides free assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair rental, electric cart service, and accessible toilets with grab bars and emergency call buttons; request this through your airline when booking or at least 48 hours before departure. Narita also has tactile maps, audio announcements, flashing emergency lights, and priority seating at gates.
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What aircraft are typically used on flights from New York City to Tokyo?

United Airlines is the only carrier currently scheduled nonstop from New York to Tokyo, and it flies the Boeing 787-9 on this route. No other nonstop carriers are scheduled this week. Connecting service may be offered by other airlines.
Methodology
Aircraft types come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.

Which airline alliances serve flights from New York City to Tokyo?

United Airlines operates the nonstop route from New York City to Tokyo, and it belongs to the Star Alliance. Other alliances may serve this route via connections, but no other carrier currently flies nonstop.
Methodology
Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it comes from the fares quoted in the Priceline searches our route pages run for this route, for departures about 17 to 37 days out.

What are the best airport lounge options when departing from New York City?

At John F. Kennedy International Airport, the best lounge options include the Capital One Lounge in Terminal 4, open 24 hours with a New York-style bodega, bar, cheesemonger, and expansive tarmac views; access is complimentary for Venture X and Venture X Business cardholders, $45 for Venture and Spark Miles cardholders, and $90 for other travelers. In Terminal 5, JetBlue BlueHouse welcomes Mosaic 4 members, JetBlue Premier Cardholders, and transatlantic Mint customers, offering local food and drinks, a quiet area, and a family-friendly space. Terminal 8 houses American Airlines' joint premium lounges with British Airways—the Chelsea Lounge for Flagship First and Business Plus passengers, the Soho Lounge for eligible status members and First Class travelers, and the Greenwich Lounge for Flagship Business and oneworld Sapphire members—plus an Admirals Club. Terminal 1 offers the Primeclass Lounge near Gates 8 and 9, accessible via Priority Pass, and a Lufthansa Business Lounge for eligible passengers. Each lounge has distinct access rules based on card, status, or cabin class.
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