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Cheapest round-trip
$680
Typical prices: $741-$1,459
ZIPAIR
Fri 11/23Mon 11/26
IAH - NRT • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$315
Typical prices: $367-$924
ZIPAIR
Fri 11/2
IAH - NRT • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
ANA economy offers 34-inch legroom; ANA premium economy adds Tokyo lounge access.
For Tokyo arrival, Narita felt less crowded; Haneda reaches central Tokyo in about 30 minutes.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, ANA and ZIPAIR. Average duration is 14h 01m
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Cheapest • 22% average savings
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $909 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Tokyo

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Tokyo

Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
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9:45 am - 2:55 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-NRT Tokyo Narita
14h 10mnonstop
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11:10 am - 7:55 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 45mnonstop
$680ZIPAIR
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
ZIPAIR Logo
9:55 am - 3:05 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-NRT Tokyo Narita
14h 10mnonstop
ZIPAIR Logo
11:10 am - 7:55 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 45mnonstop
$683ZIPAIR
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 19
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11:39 am - 11:20 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-NRT Tokyo Narita
56h 41m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl San Francisco Incheon Intl
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11:10 am - 7:55 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 45mnonstop
$747Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 19
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11:39 am - 11:20 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-NRT Tokyo Narita
56h 41m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl San Francisco Incheon Intl
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11:10 am - 7:55 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 45mnonstop
$748Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 3
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8:00 am - 4:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-NRT Tokyo Narita
17h 30m1 stop Calgary
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6:30 pm - 1:00 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
33h 30m1 stop Calgary
$853WestJet
Sat, Feb 20 - Fri, Mar 5
WestJet Logo
8:00 am - 4:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-NRT Tokyo Narita
17h 30m1 stop Calgary
WestJet Logo
6:30 pm - 10:15 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
18h 45m1 stop Calgary
$858WestJet
Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:25 pm - 4:40 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-NRT Tokyo Narita
33h 15m2 stops Edmonton Vancouver Intl
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6:15 pm - 1:21 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 06m2 stops Vancouver Intl Edmonton
$890Air Canada
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 11
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4:25 pm - 4:40 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-NRT Tokyo Narita
33h 15m2 stops Edmonton Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
6:15 pm - 1:21 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 06m2 stops Vancouver Intl Edmonton
$890Air Canada
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:00 am - 2:20 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-HND Tokyo Haneda
18h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:55 am - 7:34 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
21h 39m1 stop Los Angeles
$968American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:50 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-HND Tokyo Haneda
18h 50m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles
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11:55 am - 7:34 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
21h 39m1 stop Los Angeles
$972American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston to Tokyo flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Houston to Tokyo?

Round-trip flights from Houston to Tokyo start at $680. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $741 to $1,459. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $680 on ZIPAIR.

What is the cheapest Houston to Tokyo flight route?

Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is the cheapest Houston to Tokyo route, averaging $938 round-trip. Other Houston to Tokyo routes average $1,296, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Tokyo?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Tokyo, it is 1% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Tokyo?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Tokyo at $718 round-trip.
•December ($1,302) and June ($1,259) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Houston to Tokyo the cheapest?

Flights from Houston to Tokyo are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Houston to Tokyo

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on ANA and NRT

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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John Walton

Expert on IAH

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on HND

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for Houston to Tokyo flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$315
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 22% increase in price.
Flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport

When to book flights from Houston to Tokyo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston to Tokyo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Houston to Tokyo: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Houston to Tokyo 
CecilFlew with ANA-Dec 2025
We have been flying in and out of Haneda the last few trips. We decided to go to Narita this time. I'm glad we did. It was less crowded and relatively easy to navigate for us. We were able to catch a bus to the North to Tochigi prefecture without much trouble. If you are coming from another country, You must fill out the immigration forms beforehand. There is a table set aside for that. Immigrations goes quick. They do facial recognition and finger prints and stamp your passport. Then you get your bags. Fairly seamless.
DavidFlew with United Airlines-Dec 2024
Do not take an aisle seat on Boeing aircraft. The carts are to wide for the aisles and so are many of the crew. You will be bumped by one or the other throughout the flight. Poorly designed aircraft.

Your Houston to Tokyo flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston to Tokyo?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston to Tokyo:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:45 am and lands at 11:46 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:45 am and lands at 1:46 am.

    The flight takes about 14h 01m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston to Tokyo?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Houston to Tokyo:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Houston to Tokyo?

    A nonstop flight from Houston to Tokyo takes 14h 01m, covering 6,664 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston to Tokyo?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston to Tokyo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston to Tokyo range from $741 to $1,459, with an average of $1,029 over the past 12 months. Anything below $741 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston to Tokyo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 8% above the route average of $1,029. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Houston to Tokyo?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $935 round-trip and layover options via Vancouver Intl (YVR) at $909.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston to Tokyo?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $72–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • How are flight departures from Houston to Tokyo spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston to Tokyo flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Houston to Tokyo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston to Tokyo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $427, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Tokyo?

    Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) — daily rates from around $17:

    • Yesaway
    • Times
    • IX Rental
    • Avis
    • Wheego

    Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) — daily rates from around $14:

    • Relax Rent A Car
    • Yesaway
    • Times
    • IX Rental
    • JDM Rent a car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston to Tokyo?

    Flights from Houston to Tokyo may depart from several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), with arrivals available at Tokyo area airports such as Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston to Tokyo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston to Tokyo most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston to Tokyo?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Houston to Tokyo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,020 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,238, a difference of $218. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines are available from Houston to Tokyo?

    3 airlines operate flights between Houston and Tokyo. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • ANA
    • ZIPAIR

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Houston to Tokyo?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 17m, compared with 16h 16m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 17h 06m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Houston and Tokyo?

    Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Houston (Japan Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tokyo?

    Akihabara Electric Town is one of the most viewed places in Tokyo on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston to Tokyo flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston to Tokyo flights:

    • ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston to Tokyo flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • ZIPAIR: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Houston to Tokyo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,020 - about $218 less than Thursday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston to Tokyo trip for August. Fares historically average $718 round-trip in that month - typically $584 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $909 round-trip on this route - about $26 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tokyo Haneda Airport.
    - Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport, WorldHotels
    - The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda Airport Terminal 3
    - Hotel Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport, WorldHotels

Prefer to fly direct from Houston to Tokyo?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Houston to Tokyo, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Houston to Tokyo

Monday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

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Tuesday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

ANA,United Airlines

ANA,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Tokyo to Houston

Monday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

ANA,United Airlines,ZIPAIR

ANA,United Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

ANA,United Airlines

ANA,United Airlines

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