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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Japan

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
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Tokyo
13h 10mNonstop
from $875per person
Okinawa
22h 40m4 stops
from $888per person
Osaka
Osaka
19h 00m2 stops
from $889per person
Sapporo
22h 37m4 stops
from $1,016per person
Fukuoka
Fukuoka
18h 20m2 stops
from $1,018per person
Hiroshima
26h 20m3 stops
from $1,256per person
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

Are flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan are running about 13% higher than they were around this time last year, averaging $1,305 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan on KAYAK in the last week:

• Tokyo Haneda (HND) from $875
• Okinawa Naha (OKA) from $888
• Osaka Itami (ITM) from $889
• Sapporo Chitose (CTS) from $1,016
• Fukuoka (FUK) from $1,018

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

February is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $998. Prices are highest in December, when average flight costs increase to around $1,733.

When is the best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

Book your flights 21 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 18% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in Japan is the cheapest to fly to from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Japan are:

• Sapporo Chitose (CTS) from $1,005
• Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) from $1,171
• Osaka Itami (ITM) from $1,200

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

Tuesday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan, while Saturday is the most expensive. Fares run about 19% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Japan during the night with average prices of $1,035. The afternoon is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,413.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport

Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

    Yes. Fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $1,109 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan have ranged from $1,109 to $1,734.

  • What are the main airports serving Japan?

    Japan has 8 airports. The three busiest are Tokyo Haneda (HND) (76% of arrivals), Tokyo Narita (NRT) (13%) and Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) (4%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, just one airline regularly flies nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan: Delta.

  • Where in Japan can I fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can only fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Tokyo.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

    Yes. Nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan average $1,407 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) from $824
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) from $933
    • San Francisco (SFO) from $962

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan take 13h 37m on average.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

    On flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in Japan?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmark in Japan is Akihabara Electric Town.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan?

    The earliest nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan departs at 1:45 pm and the latest departs at 3:05 pm. Nonstop flights take about 13h 37m.

  • Will I need a visa to fly from Detroit to Japan?

    Yes, US citizens flying into Japan are required to have a visa to be allowed into the country. The country doesn’t provide visas on arrival so you are required to apply for your visa through the Embassy of Tokyo weeks beforehand. You should also have a valid passport with at least one blank page for the immigration stamps.

  • Which airport in Japan is closest to the capital?

    While there are two airports in Japan’s capital Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) is the closest to downtown Tokyo compared to Narita International Airport (NRT). It is also worth pointing out that Haneda is a cheaper airport to fly to although NRT Airport has the better facilities. Therefore, if you want to enjoy better facilities such as lounges and restaurants at the airport, consider booking a flight that lands at Narita Airport.

  • Are there any lounges at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    DTW Airport has six lounges where travelers can hang out while waiting to board their flight. Delta Air Lines has five Delta Sky Clubs in the McNamara Terminal and the sixth one is a Lufthansa Business Lounge. To get easy access to these lounges, consider booking either with Lufthansa or Delta Air Lines. Some of the amenities you can find at the lounge include free beverages and snacks, Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, and magazines among others.

  • Can I get a rental car at Haneda Airport?

    While Tokyo has a relatively efficient public transport system that connects Haneda Airport to the rest of the city, you can still get a rental car at the airport to help you move around the city. There are over four rental companies at the airport and each one of them has a desk in the arrivals terminal. To get your rental, simply reserve from one of the desks and they will guide you to the parking lot where you can pick up your rental.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 21 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 18% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for February when flights are typically cheapest and avoid December when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Tuesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Saturday cost about 19% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, Sapporo Chitose (CTS) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Tokyo, which is the most popular destination in Japan. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Osaka, Kyoto and Sapporo.
  • If you want the shortest trip, choose the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Japan nonstop route. If you'd rather save money, the route via Los Angeles (LAX) is usually the cheapest.
  • When flying from Detroit, you should book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). They are currently the only airport offering international flights to Japan.
  • To save on ticket costs, consider booking connecting flights instead of one direct flight. More often than not, airlines charge higher prices for the convenience and heightened demand of flying directly.
  • To use public transport in Japan more conveniently, consider taking a Japan Rail Pass, JR Tokyo Wide Area Pass, or any other JR pass once you arrive in Tokyo. These passes allow you to ride the metro trains for free.
  • The quickest way to DTW Airport would be by taking a taxi. They are easily available all over downtown Detroit and only take less than twenty-five minutes to the airport while public transport will take you upwards of an hour.
  • For any travelers with reduced mobility, you will be happy to know that DTW Airport provides free wheelchair services to help you get to different areas with ease. You can get the wheelchair by requesting one from the information desk or asking your airline to organize it on your behalf.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to Japan

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Detroit 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 1934 reviews
8.4Boarding
8.2Comfort
8.7Crew
7.8Entertainment
7.7Food
Airline reviews

Dreamliner is an excellent aircraft. Great seats in business. Flight attendant Alex had a bored, sullen attitude in serving customers. Difficult to get his attention and very slow to respond to a simple request for water. Spoiled the experience a bit as the AA motto is “we’re here because of you”. Attitude needs some adjustment!

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Oct 2026
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Dreamliner is an excellent aircraft. Great seats in business. Flight attendant Alex had a bored, sullen attitude in serving customers. Difficult to get his attention and very slow to respond to a simple request for water. Spoiled the experience a bit as the AA motto is “we’re here because of you”. Attitude needs some adjustment!

The best part was the staff. They are kind and gracious and made it a good flight.

Reasonable price, great service, highly recommended. i arrived well rested!

Since I traveled on my birthday, they gave me a gift and a card. How thoughtful and caring.

Our flight was canceled, then they moved us to a different flight number yet we didn’t receive notifications timely. We had to find out the latest on our own / later AA sent a text with the updated info..

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

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.

JOKE of a company with the most Ridiculous policies. JAL is amazing, KAYAK/UNDERPRICER is the worst company I have ever dealt with, NEVER AGAIN

Overall, a solid flight experience. Boarding was quick and efficient, even with a full and overbooked flight. The flight crew did a great job providing attentive and friendly service throughout. I flew in economy, and while the seats were acceptable, they could definitely use more cushioning, especially for a 14-hour flight. By the end, it was quite uncomfortable to remain seated. Legroom was also limited, particularly with a bag stored under the seat and the passenger in front reclining. That said, everything else went smoothly, and I appreciated the professionalism of the crew.

I wouldn’t know, I tried to contact you days before to reschedule my flight back to Okinawa but you left me on hold for 2 hours. I tried calling multiple times and not once did you pick up. I had to spend 2000 dollars on a one way ticket back to Okinawa because I couldn’t get ahold of you guys to change my flight.

I was expecting to fly in a Japanese airline because that what I bought, very disappointed finding out the change of airline without any explanation.

Excellent. There were setbacks, but it had nothing to do with the crew. Mostly, mechanical which delayed our flight.

It was so disappointed trip by unexpected company's fault delay. It had taken 3 hours delay for mechanical maintenance plus another 3 hours for bad weather.

SEA HND sector internet only worked for the last 2.5hrs of flight….. never had this kind of incident with other airlines

12 of the 14 hours were in the dark, all during daylight. Didn’t use my light because it disturbed other people it was illuminating. 14 hours sitting upright in a cramped space was horrible.

I’ve always had pleasant experiences with ANA and that has made me a loyal customer.

UA discouraged people to choose seat on economy class by charging about three times of another airlines. For example, ANA will charge USD60 to choose an aisle seat but UA is charging USD 219.

Roomy airlines. Friendly staff. Timely service. Temp was warm during the flight.

The food was terrible and totally inedible. If you are flying with ANA/United bring your own food it was a long flight to be hingry

I thought I bought the ticket directly through Kayak not a 3rd party

Great quik boarding, friendly gate agent and crew. Let early

We sat at the gate for over 30 minutes, with no indication as to why

All was fine. Small plane so no food or entertainment.

Very aggressive at the boarding area of only allowing one person passed a line/ sign

Delayed 7 hours Crew and employees were nice Extra long flight but at least we got in

I love how the flight crews are now saying what the weather will be like, when we can expect to be able to get up and use the restrooms etc. I have to say also that our flight crews this trip were incredible - fast and courteous - and somehow managed to do the service even on these short flights with a few bumps. The only reason for an ok rating on entertainment was because these short flights are on planes without seatback displays but that's ok because I just download shows on my iPhone beforehand.

Our flight from Detroit to LaGuardia on Thursday 8/20 was delayed from 555 to 910 due to storms and a ground stop at LGA. It’s never fun to be stuck at the airport but I thought the desk crew and captain handled it well and kept us informed. I especially liked how they referred to us as their “LaGuardia family.” I am a loyal delta customer and this is one of the reasons why.

The plane is old. There was water dripping fown from the air cooling system. The toilets were mot that clean

The meal tray was not usable it was completely uneven

Crew was great. Friendly, calm, interesting, happy to be there. That makes a huge difference. Plane was very quiet. Also quite empty so I had three seats to sleep across

overall a very good travel experience - left on time, arrived early. Mostly a smooth flight. Polaris seats were excellent, very good service and nice food with options.

Flight delayed and then cancelled (due to mechanical issues + weather). Poor communication. No one there to help with rebooking and accommodations for the night we had to stay in Newark. Our luggage was taken off the original flight and apparently left on the tarmac in the rain. Items were soaking rain. The following day, the flight was also delayed due to mechanical issues. The second year in a row that I had to sleep in an airport flying from Tokyo to Newark due to mechanical issues compounded by bad weather. Partly bad luck and partly just poor service.

Polaris seat is plush and conducive to sleep. Cabin crew was experienced, highly attentive and helpful when any need arose, such as finding a lost phone in the seat mechanism. Food was a disappointment, especially the Japanese items coming out of Newark all seemed a bit overcooked, though the empanada snacks served midway were a hit.

This flight is a quick way to get to Chicago, but a bit expensive.

We got delayed three hours and nobody thought to have the bathroom fixed while we were sitting waiting to board? took a full hour to have maintenance come and check it off. Had to shut the bathroom down twice so that the pilots could go to the bathroom. Everyone missed their connections.

Not good - outbound flight was delayed and missed my connection even though I got to the gate after running through the airport - the agent would not let me on because the door was closed (flight had not left). There was no notification from United - overall experience was very disappointing. Additionally, I was downgraded from first class to coach on the alternative flight

I liked that the flight was nonstop from ORD to CIU for $200 round trip.

Some sort of compensation for missing work because of a cancelled flight that was United’s fault

I was told we'd have a hot breakfast option in first class, so I chose not get a hot breakfast. It was a very strange meal, but the fresh fruit was very good quality. Service was excellent from ORD to ELP. No service from MBS to ORD, not even water. However, when flying American from FNT to ORD, which is a shorter flight, they at least pass out snacks and offer water.

Staff friendly and app worked really well. Modest delays were frustrating

The flight was comfortable and the staff were helpful and friendly. However, we did not know we were flying PAL until we arrived in Canada, so it was a bit disconcerting. In addition, which port we were leaving from was confusing.

I would like to get my money back. I flight was 4 hours late on the way to detroit, And same on my way back to Brussels they cancelled my flight and give me an other ticket and i had to wait 5 hours.

Unfortunately your planes need maintenance. I am surprised your bathroom in business class was not working in 8 hour flight. Coffee machine was broken. Seat adjustment panel was bad. I will stay away from Air Canada in future travel.

It was a small plane and difficult to put my carry-on bag in the overhead compartment. The crew was awesome and boarding was good.

Both legs of my flight were delayed and my luggage did not arrive at my destination. It was a very frustrating experience.

Flight from Toronto to Calgary was >2 hours late departing and was overbooked

The plane was two hours late and we got bumped. Instead of getting to our cruise ship at 10:30am it was 09:30pm. We also got bumped to Edmonton instead of Vancouver.

I like the friendliness of the crew. It could have been better being more on time. The flight from Detroit to Toronto was delayed two hours.

Flight was delayed enough to miss my connecting flight in Montréal. The Quality Inn was not quality. The ”dinner” at the Quality Inn was sugar heavy drinks and dessert and a cold cut lunch wrap. Not a good experience.

One flight was cancelled and air Canada rebooked new flight immediately for me. Checkin was awful at Detroit metro airport. No clear signage, I was directed to wrong line and found out after 15 minutes of waiting. Air Canada line was extremely long with limited checkin counters moving very slowly.

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