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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Japan

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Tokyo
Tokyononstop$1,204
Osaka
Osaka1 stop$870
Miyakojima
Miyakojima2 stops$1,722
Tokyo
Tokyononstop$1,204
Osaka
Osaka1 stop$870
Miyakojima
Miyakojima2 stops$1,722

Book Cheap Chicago to Japan Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Japan that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Japan

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 7:35 pm
ORD
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KIX
29h 50m
1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:55 pm
KIX
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ORD
21h 30m
1 stop
$870Philippine Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 22
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 2:10 pm
ORD
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KIX
24h 25m
1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 4:55 pm
KIX
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ORD
40h 40m
1 stop
$873Philippine Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 7:35 pm
ORD
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KIX
29h 50m
1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:55 pm
KIX
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ORD
21h 30m
1 stop
$876Philippine Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 7:35 pm
ORD
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KIX
29h 50m
1 stop
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 4:55 pm
KIX
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ORD
21h 30m
1 stop
$882Philippine Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
ORD
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OKA
37h 30m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:35 am - 1:55 pm
OKA
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ORD
40h 20m
1 stop
$1,059Cathay Pacific
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 8
Cathay Pacific Logo
4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
ORD
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OKA
37h 30m
1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
8:25 pm - 2:20 pm
OKA
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ORD
31h 55m
1 stop
$1,060Cathay Pacific
Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 14
Japan Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 1:25 pm
ORD
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NRT
12h 45mnonstop
Japan Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 7:20 am
NRT
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ORD
11h 35mnonstop
$1,210Japan Airlines
Sun, Jul 12 - Tue, Jul 28
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 1:55 pm
ORD
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HND
17h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 7:27 am
HND
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ORD
29h 42m
1 stop
$1,218United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Japan Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 7:50 pm
ORD
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ITM
18h 30m
1 stop
Japan Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 7:30 am
ITM
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ORD
15h 00m
1 stop
$1,299Japan Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 9
Air Canada Logo
8:49 am - 7:10 pm
ORD
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ITM
20h 21m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
2:00 pm - 7:52 pm
ITM
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ORD
20h 52m
2 stops
$1,304Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Japan flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Japan to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Japan flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Japan from Chicago found in the last 5 days was to Tokyo, at $880 round-trip. The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $901.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Japan?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Chicago to Japan depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Japan is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $1,097 on average. Morning departures are around 14% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Japan is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,390.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Japan?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,384, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Japan, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Japan is January, when tickets cost $162 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,995 and $1,773 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Japan?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Japan clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Japan, look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Japan, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Japan, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Japan, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 46% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$424
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago to Osaka Kansai Intl

Flights from Chicago to Japan: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Chicago to Japan 
MamiFlew with Japan Airlines
ORD
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NRT
May 2026
I did not find particularly good stuff in Entertainment (movies and TV), so you may want to bring what you like.
Verified travelerFlew with ANA
ORD
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HND
Jan 2025
Consider light carry-ons to give yourself stretch room for economy and quick onboarding and off boarding especially with connecting flights.
RogerFlew with ANA
ORD
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HND
Feb 2024
The extra leg room and been able to recline better is worth the extra money. I bidding on the premium and offered the least they would accept and got it.

FAQs - booking Japan flights

  • Do I need a visa to travel from Chicago to Japan?

    Yes, citizens of the United States will need a visa in order to enter Japan, no matter what your purpose and length of stay are. Travelers from the US can apply for this visa exclusively online. The application form takes about 10min to fill out and the visa should then be processed within 2-4 business days. The valid visa will be sent to your email address.

  • Where should I fly to in Japan if I want to visit Okinawa?

    Okinawa is located off the mainland of Japan, but the easiest way to get there from Chicago is to fly directly there. It is cheaper than flying to a closer destination on the mainland and will take less time as well. There are no direct flights to Okinawa from Chicago, but most of the routes only have one layover.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Japan?

    Yes, the most common nonstop flights from Chicago to Japan are into Tokyo’s Narita International Airport (NRT). However, nonstop flights to other Japanese destinations from Chicago are difficult to find and are usually not available. If you are looking for a direct flight, it’s best to fly into NRT and continue your journey to your destination via public transport.

  • Which airport is closest to Mount Fuji?

    Mount Fuji is located in the city of Fujinomiya, nestled between Tokyo and Kyoto. Therefore, NRT is the closest airport to Mount Fuji. If this is the main attraction you would like to visit while in Japan, you should fly into Tokyo’s Narita International Airport from Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Japan?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Japan.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Japan?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to Japan is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Japan?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Chicago to Japan with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Japan?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Chicago to Japan up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Japan

  • If you are flying from Chicago to Japan on a budget, consider flying into either Tokyo or Sapporo. These are the cheapest airports to fly into from Chicago with prices just under $1,000. Furthermore, flights to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport (NRT) are fairly frequent from Chicago.
  • If you are hoping to visit many different destinations within Japan, flying to NRT will be the most convenient option. Tokyo is centrally located on the island and it is well-connected to the rest of the country both by air and by rail. Tokyo’s Haneda Airport (HND) is a hub for domestic flights in Japan, so this is an option as well.
  • If you are about to fly long-haul to any city in Japan, visit Chicago O’Hare’s Yoga Room to unwind and relax a little before your flight. The yoga room is located on the mezzanine level of Terminal 3 and is open daily from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. The yoga room is equipped with video monitors displaying techniques and a changing room.
  • If you are looking for a nonstop flight to Japan from Chicago, you are in luck. Several airlines, such as American Airlines and United Airlines, offer nonstop flights from Chicago to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport (NRT).
  • If you are not flying into Tokyo, you can still find flights with only 1 or 2 stops along the way to other major cities in Japan such as Okinawa, Sapporo, Osaka, and Nagoya. American Airlines and Japan Airlines are the airlines most likely to offer flight routes with only one stopover along the way.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Japan

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Japan? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.3
Japan AirlinesOverall score based on 1858 reviews
7.8Entertainment
8.4Boarding
8.2Comfort
8.7Crew
7.7Food
Airline reviews

They didn't tell me they changed my flight. So I got confused on what happened to my flight.

6.0 GoodDade, Jun 2026
LAX - HND
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They didn't tell me they changed my flight. So I got confused on what happened to my flight.

It was just a short flight. The crew was nice. No major issue.

It was good overall. What I liked most was the restrooms. Compared to other airlines, the restrooms seem larger and look clean. The seats also look clean. The attendants are nice, except one time during the flight. I was sitting on aisle and a man sitting window. He asked an attendant for a snack. She told him to go ahead and get some snack from the section with food storage (I am not sure how it is called). So, I had to get up to let him get out from his seat. Why she did not bring him some snacks so that I would not have to move, I do not know... I was kind of surprised how inconsiderate the attendant was.

Horrible like always, flight was supposed to be at 11:40am, we ended up getting a different airplane at 3:25pm.

I fell asleep, and the crew kindly left some snacks for me

Seats in "Premium Economy" were noticeably more comfortable than those in "Economy" and worth the price. My only reservation is that the foot rest did not go higher up. If it did, it would have made the seat much more comfortable.

The plane was dirty, there was trash in the seat pocket in front of me.

Particularly meals were great. Service’s were excellent as usual. .

Attentive crew, great service with regular rounds of drinks and trash collecting. Only complaint is the food, which was mediocre.

I was not given any food boats the times the entire flight. I had to go hungry for 10 hours the first flight and 12 hours the second one. They said they did not receive my special request for a vegetarian meal and they were very rude about it. I’m vegetarian because of religious reasons. I will never fly Japanese airlines ever again. And I really hope you are able to give me some compensation for this issue that was cars to me since you were also a Party to this whole transaction.

Cabin Crew was excellent. They took care of everything requested. Flight was good

The ROOM was great. We would love to have it on all of our flights. LOL

Flight was good and comfortable, even for long haul economy. No complaints.

Everything was good may improve some alcohol drinks and amenities during fly

Wonderfully pleasant experience. Good meal and beverage selections. Professional air staff.

Wonderful. I love ANA airlines. It's the best so far. My first pick when I travel now.

Loved that leg room was great for economy, and food was definitely better than other American airlines, great selection of movies. My mom is happy.

I have never been a big fan of airplane meals

Seat was roomy enough . The Asian selection for a meal was good . The tortellini was not very good. Service was excellent. O

The airline sent a a very nice flight attendant to pick us up at the Chicago airport and walked us to the gate because the earlier flight was delayed. Then we didn't miss the flight. The customer service was amazing and outstanding! We appreciate the staff members so much!

The plane was dirty, the seats were torn and broken, the service was the most terrible ever, the bathroom dirty, they will not even serve water you had to request it, the meals were terrible, overall less than Zero, I will never fly Cathay Pacific again.

Despite the crew's rough day, they were all very focused and friendly. The flight was too short for a meal, so no rating on that. Re. the AA app. It still isn't ready for prime time. AA works with Cathy Pacific for international flights to LA and the Aa jump to PHX. But the AA app can't find my trip and this can be problematic with flight delays and regatings at LAX.

Good service and food. However, we paid over $400 for aisle seats for my disabled husband and me, and we were given window and middle seats. This was dangerous for our health condition on such a long flight. We needed to stand up and walk around frequently, but we were stuck in our seats. Please give us a refund of our seat payment since you chose not to honor our request.

Great entertainment system, the seat is a bit old style needs refurbishment

Boarding at the airport was not well managed. Otherwise, had a good flight sitting in the first row (which I paid for). Crew was pretty friendly, and flight was smooth.

Everything was fine and I have no complaints or things to note.

The economy seats are much indeed roomier. Meals needs improvement.

Food was hood for airline food with good poftion and variety in meals. Frequency of beverage service was very low and amount of soda with meals was inadequate.

From Chicago to Hong Kong was great., but from Hong Kong to manila we had hard time looking for the gate of our connecting flight. There wasn’t hardly any sign.

The flight crew was exceptionally good. Personal needs were well met. The food choices were very nice.

Know that the movies that you are going to be offered are the oldest be rated movies they could possibly get. They may have one or two new movies that they keep advertising but when you’re flying 15 hours, there is nothing to see past the first new movie.

Agents at gate were not immediately available to solve problems and once they did they didn’t fix all the fight connections

Great experience. Boarding was fast, staff were very nice and funny, everything at the seat worked well.

Horrible! Several delays and then was cancelled! I spent over 24 hours in the airport and was unable to get a hotel or food voucher.

Smooth travel. Immediate update prior flight delay so I can arrange myself properly without too rush.

Boarded early; and arrived home 40 mins early. After a long flight, it’s nice to be back home early. These flights have no amenities; no snacks. So need to bring your own

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

The movies offered were great. Staff were very pleasant and very efficient.

The flight attendants were rude. Seemed like they didn’t want to be there. Except for one girl that was really nice. Seats are sooooo uncomfortable. They give you a piece of paper and a thin cushion for a pillow and blanket that does nothing. Airlines have gone way downhill, especially United international flights. Food was disguting. Definitely flying ANA next time.

Nothing beats ANA customer service on my opinion. Maybe because of their Japanese culture (and food). Arigatō

I'm 6'8" (2.03m) so more legroom would alwqys be appreciated, especially on long international flights. The food choices were underwhelming.

Didn’t make it on the flight. Delayed then had to be rebooked, which in turn had me waiting at the airport for another 8 hours before next flight

the check-in lady at ORD was extremely rude and unprofessional. very disappointed as it was supposed to be a celebration for my wife's birthday and it really put a damper on things. if i wanted to be treated like trash, i would have flown Economy! (as opposed to business class)

Short flight. Everything was fine except the flight was delayed twice for a total of an hour.

There labor disputes cancelled my flight less than 24 hours before my boarding time but there customer service/website was easy enough to navigate and they rebooked me for no upcharge.

Very bad, flight was cancelled due to strike and staff was unable to rebook us

Flight was delayed by 1.5hrs. Once inside, people had their small handbags on the storage. The crew (male guy) was not helpful in making some space in the storage. Instead, he asked few bags to be checked-in and it was not a great experience. No attempt to help but just followed the things with a straight face. People had their literally small bags and he wouldnt not move from one storage to another even if there was space and would not let us do i as well. Once flight was on, they ran out of Orange juice, really running out of orange juice when the temp were 32.degrees outside. didnt made the sense. Onasking for a extra snack, he made a face as if he was giving me out of his pocket. if the flight was delayed, there could have an attempt to provide something extra incase people did asked.

Abandoned me in hallway in a wheelchair… which I asked for because I sprained my back. After waiting in the hallway, I decided to walk the rest of the way since someone respecting me up.. My experience with the united was totally the opposite. Wheelchair access, propped swift and save me a lot of grief. Air Canada totally disorganized.

Terrible confusion btw air Canada and United. Wasn’t able to change ticket because I had purchased on kayak. Rethinking booking tickets on this site, and will try to avoid United and aircanada going forward.

Conflicting information provided about baggage allowance. One screen said I had a carry on and another said I didnt.

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Cabin class types available on flights to Japan

Cabin classes available on flights to Japan. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.