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$461+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Tokyo (TYO)

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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — TYO
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
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The best prices from Chicago to Tokyo are usually found in October or September, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Tokyo (TYO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$872
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$461
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,435
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/197:35 pmORD - NRT
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/24:25 pmNRT - ORD
3 stops35h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$872
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/139:45 pmORD - NRT
2 stops27h 05mAir Canada
Fri 9/195:35 pmNRT - ORD
1 stop16h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 1/16$878
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/319:02 amORD - HND
1 stop16h 38mAir Canada
Tue 4/86:10 pmHND - ORD
2 stops31h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 1/15$885
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1811:35 amORD - HND
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/2712:50 amHND - ORD
1 stop19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$886
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/187:50 amMDW - NRT
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/252:45 pmNRT - MDW
2 stops39h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$889
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/224:05 pmORD - NRT
1 stop38h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/139:45 pmNRT - ORD
1 stop30h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/16$914
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/216:40 amMDW - HND
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/812:30 amHND - MDW
2 stops32h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$935
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/202:40 pmORD - HND
1 stop32h 05mCathay Pacific
Mon 1/274:00 pmHND - ORD
1 stop36h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/16$944
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/141:40 pmORD - NRT
2 stops36h 50mWestJet
Mon 9/296:30 pmNRT - ORD
1 stop36h 13mWestJet
Deal found 1/16$963
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/308:20 pmORD - HND
1 stop32h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/810:05 pmHND - ORD
1 stop27h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/16$969
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/911:55 amORD - NRT
1 stop29h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 2/2510:15 amNRT - ORD
1 stop38h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,042
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1312:30 amORD - HND
1 stop29h 50mEVA Air
Wed 10/2912:15 pmHND - ORD
1 stop22h 20mEVA Air
Deal found 1/15$1,093

Find flights from Chicago to Tokyo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Tokyo 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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ChicagoTokyo

ORD - NRT

ORDNRT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/19

7:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 4/2

4:25 pm-1:39 pm

3 stops35h 14m

$872

ChicagoTokyo

ORD - NRT

ORDNRT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

7:36 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop29h 14m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 5/28

4:40 pm-6:00 am

2 stops27h 20m

$882

ChicagoTokyo

ORD - HND

ORDHND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/31

9:05 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop28h 35m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 4/11

6:10 pm-6:54 pm

2 stops38h 44m

$885

ChicagoTokyo

ORD - HND

ORDHND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

11:35 am-5:30 am

1 stop26h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 2/27

12:50 am-5:28 am

1 stop19h 38m

$886

ChicagoTokyo

MDW - NRT

MDWNRT

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/18

7:50 am-2:25 pm

2 stops40h 35m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 3/25

2:45 pm-3:46 pm

2 stops39h 01m

$889

ChicagoTokyo

ORD - NRT

ORDNRT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/27

2:40 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop38h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 3/10

9:30 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$914

ChicagoTokyo

ORD - HND

ORDHND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/29

2:40 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop32h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 3/19

10:10 am-2:00 pm

1 stop41h 50m

$930

ChicagoTokyo

MDW - HND

MDWHND

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/15

8:44 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops33h 26m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 2/22

7:40 pm-5:31 am

2 stops24h 51m

$941

ChicagoTokyo

ORD - NRT

ORDNRT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/9

11:55 am-8:40 am

1 stop29h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 2/25

10:15 am-10:10 am

1 stop38h 55m

$1,042

ChicagoTokyo

ORD - HND

ORDHND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

12:30 am-8:20 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 4/15

12:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$1,131

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Tokyo

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Tokyo in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Tokyo flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Tokyo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Tokyo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Tokyo flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Tokyo flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Tokyo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tokyo from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Tokyo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Tokyo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Tokyo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Tokyo, you should look to book at least 23 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Tokyo?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tokyo (average of $846). Flying from Chicago to Tokyo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,218). 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 CHI to TYO?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Tokyo is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Tokyo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Tokyo flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Tokyo

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Tokyo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to TYO are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Tokyo by month

Plan your trip to Tokyo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tokyo 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 Tokyo when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Tokyo by month

Plan your trip to Tokyo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tokyo, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Tokyo, see what other customers have to say about KLM, Delta and Cathay Pacific. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,448 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Tokyo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Tokyo round-trip?

    Air Canada, at $885, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Tokyo.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Turkish Airlines. Air Canada is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Tokyo one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $461. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Japan Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Tokyo for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Tokyo?

    The most popular flight routes from Chicago to Tokyo are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tokyo Narita, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tokyo Haneda and Chicago Midway - Tokyo Haneda.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Tokyo?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Tokyo consider choosing ANA (82%), Thai Airways (77%) or United Airlines (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tokyo?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $528. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tokyo Narita) can be booked for $622 on average our data indicates $6,005 when flying from Chicago to Tokyo.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Tokyo?

    Of the flights from Chicago to Tokyo that have layovers, most of them stop in Montreal.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Montreal?

    Centre Bell, Vieux-Port de Montréal, and Notre-Dame Basilica are the most popular attractions in Montreal if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Centre Bell, Vieux-Port de Montréal and Notre-Dame Basilica are located about 9.1 mi, 10.0 mi, and 9.9 mi, respectively from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Montreal can rent a car from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl for about $37 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Tokyo flights?

    Chicago to Tokyo flights have a layover in Toronto the least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Tokyo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Tokyo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Tokyo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Tokyo 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 Chicago to Tokyo?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tokyo (average of $846). Flying from Chicago to Tokyo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,218). 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 9 airlines flying from Chicago to Tokyo

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Tokyo. 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ZIPAIRCheapest$698Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$823Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$860Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air CanadaCheapest$913Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EVA AirCheapest$1,034Average$1,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
ANACheapest$1,219Average$1,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,248Average$1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,287Average$1,655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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