Cheap flights from the United States to Japan from $268

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LAX — NRT
Jun 12 — Jun 191

How far in advance should I book a flight from USA to Japan?

Users have found that booking a flight from USA to Japan at least 9 days early can save you up to 3% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 9 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from USA to Japan for as little as $1,386 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,572 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from USA to Japan?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Japan from USA average $1,453. You can even find prices in January for less than $1,453, as users have found deals to Japan from as low as $608. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Japan from USA. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 21%.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Japan as you normally would.

Cheap USA to Japan flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from USA to Japan specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from USA to Japan in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 7/2310:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 9/122:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$578
Tue 7/3010:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Fri 9/202:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$584
Sun 7/2810:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 8/292:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$604
Thu 7/2510:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Wed 9/112:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$606
Mon 7/2210:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Mon 9/232:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$609
Tue 7/3010:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Sun 9/82:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$616
Wed 7/3110:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Wed 8/282:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$618
Mon 7/155:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Wed 8/289:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$670
Tue 7/3010:38 pmLAX - NRT
1 stop24h 12mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/202:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$677

USA to Japan 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between USA and Japan in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from USA to Japan in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 7/2310:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 9/122:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$578
Thu 8/810:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 9/52:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$580
Tue 7/3010:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Fri 9/202:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$584
Sun 8/410:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 9/52:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$587
Thu 8/810:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 9/52:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$589
Mon 8/510:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 9/52:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$592
Sun 8/1110:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Fri 8/302:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$593
Thu 8/810:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 9/52:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$596
Thu 9/510:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 9/192:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$603

USA to Japan flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from USA to Japan for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
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Sun 6/1611:16 pmLAX - HND
2 stops31h 14mANA
Fri 6/215:45 pmHND - LAX
1 stop13h 15mANA
Deal found 6/5$999
Sun 6/1611:16 pmLAX - HND
2 stops27h 39mANA
Tue 6/255:45 pmHND - LAX
1 stop13h 15mANA
Deal found 6/5$1,006
Sun 6/1611:16 pmLAX - HND
2 stops28h 59mANA
Fri 6/211:20 pmHND - LAX
2 stops17h 40mANA
Deal found 6/5$1,007
Tue 6/115:10 pmLAX - NRT
1 stop29h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/209:30 pmNRT - LAX
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,008
Thu 6/1311:25 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mANA
Thu 6/274:55 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mANA
Deal found 6/5$1,021
Thu 6/1311:25 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mANA
Thu 6/274:55 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mANA
Deal found 6/6$1,024
Thu 6/138:35 amLAX - NRT
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/194:55 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,025
Thu 6/138:35 amLAX - HND
1 stop16h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/46:25 pmHND - LAX
Nonstop10h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,026
Thu 6/138:35 amLAX - HND
1 stop16h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/276:25 pmHND - LAX
Nonstop10h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,027

One-way flights to Japan from USA

Search for one-way flight options from USA to Japan. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from USA to Japan. Users needing a return flight from USA to Japan should utilize the search form above.
Tue 8/610:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$268
Fri 7/2610:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$280
Mon 7/2910:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$283
Tue 7/2310:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$284
Fri 7/2610:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$287
Wed 7/1710:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/5$289
Sun 8/410:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/5$291
Fri 7/2610:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/5$293
Wed 7/2410:55 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/6$294

Find flights from USA to Japan within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from USA to Japan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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Fly to

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Budget

$568 - $860

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesTokyo Narita

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Sun 8/11

Nonstop11h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 8/30

Nonstop10h 15m

$568

Los AngelesTokyo Narita

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Wed 9/11

1 stop27h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 9/21

Nonstop10h 15m

$673

Los AngelesTokyo Haneda

LAX - HND

LAXHND

Los Angeles

Wed 10/9

Nonstop12h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 10/24

1 stop13h 18m

$779

Los AngelesTokyo Haneda

LAX - HND

LAXHND

Los Angeles

Mon 9/9

1 stop28h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 9/26

1 stop20h 50m

$793

Los AngelesTokyo Haneda

LAX - HND

LAXHND

Los Angeles

Sun 9/8

Nonstop11h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 9/18

Nonstop10h 10m

$795

Los AngelesTokyo Haneda

LAX - HND

LAXHND

Los Angeles

Tue 9/10

1 stop22h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 9/23

1 stop24h 05m

$806

San FranciscoTokyo Narita

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Mon 8/26

1 stop19h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 9/7

1 stop18h 20m

$840

New York John F Kennedy IntlTokyo Narita

JFK - NRT

JFKNRT

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/16

1 stop21h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 10/30

1 stop16h 38m

$843

San FranciscoTokyo Narita

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Sun 9/1

1 stop15h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 9/9

1 stop14h 48m

$860

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Deals found on 6/5

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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 June 7, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines, ZIPAIR and United Airlines from USA to Japan. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
105 reviews

Comfort

9.2

Food

9.0

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
105 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
105 reviews

Comfort

9.2

Food

9.0

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

8.5
Very good
1,134 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
105 reviews

Comfort

9.2

Food

9.0

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

8.5
Very good
905 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
105 reviews

Comfort

9.2

Food

9.0

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

8.4
Very good
564 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
105 reviews

Comfort

9.2

Food

9.0

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

8.3
Very good
1,458 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
105 reviews

Comfort

9.2

Food

9.0

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA to Japan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Which airports in the United States have sustainability practices and what are they?

    If you’re looking to fly to Japan from the US, you will be happy to learn that several US airports that handle these flights have measures to ensure your travel is sustainable. A good example is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) which was one of the facilities to receive the LEED accreditation. This is a widely-used green building certification and it involves aspects like the generation of energy using wind turbines and the installation of heat-reflecting roofs.

  • How can I help reduce my carbon footprint when traveling from the US to Japan?

    A great chunk of carbon emissions arises when aircraft are taking off or landing at an airport. Therefore flying direct from the USA to Japan would be the first step to help you reduce your carbon footprint. You should also travel light whenever possible, as this would help reduce fuel consumption by the aircraft. Additionally, avoid single-use plastics and prioritize flying with airlines with newer aircraft.

  • Which airlines offer eco-friendly flights on this route?

    When flying from the USA to Japan, you’ll emit approximately 6000 kg of carbon, but this varies depending on your origin and destination city. Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, ZIPAIR, and Air Canada have some of the most sustainable flights on this route. Flying with any of these airlines will help you cut your carbon emissions by about 33% to 36%.

  • What airports serve USA to Japan flights?

    Travelers who are going to Japan from the USA will have many different options. Some of the airports that offer flights to Japan include Los Angeles International Airport, O’Hare International Airport, and Detroit Wayne County Airport. Wayne County Airport is located in a suburb of Detroit and is one of the largest airline hubs in the USA. The airport has four primary runways, two crosswind runways, two terminals, and 129 gates. The most common destination from Detroit into Japan is Tokyo Haneda Airport. This airport is nine miles from Tokyo and a hub for Japan Airlines, StarFlyer, Air Do, and other airlines.

  • Which airlines fly directly from the USA to Japan?

    For travelers who are going into Tokyo, there is an assortment of direct flights available. Kona Airport in Hawaii offers nonstop flights to Tokyo Narita Airport that last around 10h 15m-11h 55m. Direct flights into Tokyo are also found in Chicago through Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, and American Airlines. Nonstop flights going to Osaka can be found at Seattle / Tacoma International Airport which goes through Delta Airlines or travelers can leave through San Francisco Airport to Osaka Kansai Airport through United Airlines or All Nippon Airways. In most cases, direct flights to this destination will be much more expensive than stopover flights.

  • What are the stopover options between the USA to Japan?

    If you are traveling from San Francisco International to Kansai Airport, there are also dozens of stopover flights that touch down at least once during the flight. Many of these flights go down in locations including Seoul Incheon International Airport, Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport, or Shanghai Pu Dong Airport. Plenty of stopover flights also exist to Tokyo. From San Diego International Airport, these flights may make a stop in Los Angeles International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, or Seattle / Tacoma International Airport. These flights can be as short at 13h 55m and as long as nearly 27h 00m.

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

    Going to Japan from the USA by air requires both a passport and proof of a return ticket. You will not need a visa to travel on these flights and your passport only needs to be valid for the length of your stay.

  • Can I find flights from USA to Japan for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from USA to Japan for under $600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on ZIPAIR for just $568, but on average you can expect to pay $596.

  • Are there nonstop flights from USA to Japan for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from USA to Japan under $700. A good price for a nonstop flight from USA to Japan is less than $675.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from USA to Japan for under $1,000?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from USA to Japan within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

  • What does LAX to NRT mean?

    Los Angeles Airport is LAX and Tokyo Narita Airport is NRT. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (KIX), Fukuoka Airport (FUK), Okinawa Naha Airport (OKA), Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS).

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to Japan that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your USA to Japan flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from USA to Japan with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter USA to Japan flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to Japan that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from USA to Japan offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from USA to Japan?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on USA to Japan flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the USA to Japan flight deals updated?

    The USA to Japan flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Japan (average of $770). Flying from USA to Japan in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,217). 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 10 airlines flying from USA to Japan

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$42Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$89Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$94Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$575Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$614Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
AeromexicoCheapest$621Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$686Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
LufthansaCheapest$713Average$1,470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$754Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$756Average$1,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Japan

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Japan. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • When you’re flying from the US to Japan, you can look for sustainable information to determine if an airport has eco-friendly practices. The Airport Carbon Accreditation is a great starting point. It is an endorsed carbon management certification with a list of accredited airports.
  • The generation and consumption of energy at airports are some of the main contributors to carbon emissions. Consider flying through Denver International Airport (DEN) which powers the terminal through solar panels installed in its farm.
  • Most of the airlines flying from the US to Japan are committed to working in collaboration with the government to go 100% green by 2050. The airlines are working to achieve a neutral carbon status by investing in greener fuels and using aircraft with greater fuel efficiency.

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Hourly flight availability from USA to Japan

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1%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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