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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Japan

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Tokyo
Tokyononstop$810
Osaka
Kobe1 stop$820
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$768
Sapporo
Sapporo1 stop$753
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$791
Hiroshima
Hiroshima1 stop$901
Ishigaki
Ishigaki1 stop$821
Kagoshima
Kagoshima1 stop$851
Iwakuni
Iwakuni2 stops$829
Hakodate
Hakodate1 stop$1,129
Sendai
Sendai2 stops$866
Asahikawa
Asahikawa1 stop$816
Komatsu
Komatsu1 stop$829
Takamatsu
Takamatsu1 stop$877
Aomori
Aomori2 stops$950
Matsuyama
Matsuyama2 stops$912
Tokyo
Tokyononstop$810
Osaka
Kobe1 stop$820
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$768
Sapporo
Sapporo1 stop$753
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$791
Hiroshima
Hiroshima1 stop$901
Ishigaki
Ishigaki1 stop$821
Kagoshima
Kagoshima1 stop$851
Iwakuni
Iwakuni2 stops$829
Hakodate
Hakodate1 stop$1,129
Sendai
Sendai2 stops$866
Asahikawa
Asahikawa1 stop$816
Komatsu
Komatsu1 stop$829
Takamatsu
Takamatsu1 stop$877
Aomori
Aomori2 stops$950
Matsuyama
Matsuyama2 stops$912
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Japan cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Los Angeles to Japan are running about the same as they were around this time last year, averaging $866 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from Los Angeles to Japan right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Los Angeles to Japan on KAYAK in the last week:

• Sapporo Chitose (CTS) from $753
• Okinawa Naha (OKA) from $768
• Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl (NGO) from $776
• Fukuoka (FUK) from $791
• Tokyo Narita (NRT) from $810

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Japan?

January is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $712. Prices are highest in June, when average flight costs increase to around $1,172.

When is the best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Japan?

Book your flights 24 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 15% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in Japan is the cheapest to fly to from Los Angeles?

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

• Toyama (TOY) from $806
• Tokyo Narita (NRT) from $848
• Kobe (UKB) from $944

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Japan?

Tuesday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Japan, while Saturday is the most expensive. Fares run about 15% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Los Angeles to Japan?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Japan during the morning with average prices of $987. The night is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,153.

Key details for Los Angeles to Japan flights

Low season

August

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Beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo Narita Airport

Flights from Los Angeles to Japan: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Los Angeles to Japan 
Verified travelerFlew with Singapore Airlines-Jun 2026
I bought an eSIM and didn’t work because my phone is already locked to one, perhaps another way to purchase a data plan to get cellular access in your destination.
DadeFlew with Japan Airlines-Jun 2026
Lax airport was confusing and took forever to get around in. You need lots of time to get where you need to go. So give yourself lots of time
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Mar 2026
Don’t fly through LAX. It is a rundown airport and we had to park at a remote area and the bussed to the main terminal. This added 20 minutes to our transfer time.
BrandyiFlew with American Airlines-Dec 2025
LAX on Christmas Eve around 9am was a breeze. No passengers were in line to print bag tags, bag drop, or security. Made it through from entry to the concourse (for American Airlines) in under 12 minutes. Boarding process at gate 159 used turnstiles, which I prefer.
Verified travelerFlew with ANA-Dec 2025
LAX checking in was quick and the connecting flight was the adjacent gate so it was very convenient.
MikeFlew with United Airlines-Feb 2026
I wish it was clearer about carry-on baggage rules for Basic Economy (international). The app said "No carry on bags allowed" but actually it was Narita-LAX-Narita so carry on was OK. It caused some problems deciding how to pack. Maybe have a video at the gate while people are waiting about the QR-code customs declaration and transport options? (I don't need these personally, I've lived in Japan for 20 years)
Verified travelerFlew with ANA-Feb 2026
Check the "true" costs of a flight with the actual carrier versus the many add on charges of a discount fare and subpar performance. To see if the difference is worth the pain..
Verified travelerFlew with Singapore Airlines-Mar 2025
Stand up and move around at least every 2 hours
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Oct 2024
If you are connecting to a domestic flight in Japan allow at least 2-3 hours between flights. Immigration at Haneda is very slow . They are now fingerprinting and photographing all international passengers. Doesn’t help if you used the Japan website for preclearance or not, same line either way.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Jul 2024
Enjoy the easy flight. Be prepared for the tram/train at Kansai.
HughFlew with Singapore Airlines-Jun 2024
Arrive early, have a small carry-on, maybe a large bottle of water.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Apr 2024
Get your seat ahead of time especially for elderly. Who need to get in and out of the seat to stretch.
greggacadFlew with ANA-May 2024
check in online, get all your papers or documents in order, for faster processing.

Your Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Japan?

    Fares from Los Angeles to Japan are around their usual level right now. A round-trip under $727 is considered a good deal, so it's worth keeping an eye out, or setting a Price Alert to catch price changes.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Los Angeles to Japan?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Los Angeles to Japan have ranged from $727 to $1,299.

  • What are the main airports serving Japan?

    Japan has 80 airports. The three busiest are Tokyo Narita (NRT) (57% of arrivals), Tokyo Haneda (HND) (31%) and Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) (7%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Los Angeles to Japan?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 7 airlines operate nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Japan, including:

    • ANA
    • Japan Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • United Airlines
    • Singapore Airlines
    • Delta

  • Where in Japan can I fly nonstop from Los Angeles?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can fly nonstop from Los Angeles to two destinations: Tokyo and Osaka.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from Los Angeles to Japan?

    Yes. Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Japan average $937 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) from $149
    • Honolulu (HNL) from $738
    • Xiamen Gaoqi Intl (XMN) from $784

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Japan?

    Nonstop flights take 12h 04m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 11h 30m, from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo Narita (NRT).

  • How often are flights from Los Angeles to Japan delayed and what's the average delay?

    13% of flights on this route are delayed by at least 15 minutes. The average delay is 3h 06m.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Japan?

    On flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Japan?

    The earliest nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Japan departs at 12:05 am and the latest departs at 11:55 pm. Nonstop flights take about 12h 04m.

  • Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Japan?

    Yes, KAYAK makes it easy to book direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to either of Tokyo’s international airports, Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND).

  • Which airport in Japan should I fly to if I also need to visit other countries in Asia?

    The busiest airport in Asia is Tokyo Haneda (HND). This airport is convenient for connecting to other cities in Japan, such as Okinawa (OKA) or Hiroshima (HIJ), but also has regular flights to cities such as Hong Kong or Shanghai in China, or to Seoul in South Korea.

  • Is there a public transportation option from Tokyo Narita to the city center?

    Yes, once you have arrived at Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT), you can choose between the Keisei or JR train lines, both of which service the stations located at Terminals 2 and 3. These trains leave every two hours. City Bus 19 also leaves from the Terminal 2 station every half hour for the city center. Expect your ride to take at least an hour, depending on traffic.

  • How can I get to the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for my flight to Japan?

    There are a few options for getting to the airport in Los Angeles, including riding on the city’s Metro. Just take the C or green line to the airport. Alternatively, you can ride the free airport shuttle, which departs regularly from the City Bus Center. Of course, parking lots are also available at the airport where travelers may leave their vehicles for both short and long terms.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles 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 24 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 15% 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 January when flights are typically cheapest and avoid June when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Tuesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Saturday cost about 15% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If arriving on time matters more than price, consider flying with one of the most punctual airlines on this route: Korean Air, ANA, American Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Delta.
  • If you're looking to save, Toyama (TOY) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles to Japan nonstop route. If you'd rather save money, the route via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is usually the cheapest.
  • Americans traveling to Japan from Los Angeles will be required to show a passport valid for the duration of their stay. No visas are required for stays of fewer than 90 days.
  • Travelers visiting Japan will generally fly into one of Tokyo’s two airports. Narita (NRT) generally receives international travel, while Haneda (HND) tends to be used more for transfers to other domestic cities.
  • Before departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Terminal B for Japan, travelers can take advantage of amenities in the West Gates, such as currency exchange and designated nursing rooms.
  • Passengers departing from Los Angeles to Japan will leave from the Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B). Parking structures 3 or 4 are nearest to this terminal, although drop-offs are also possible at the Departures Level.
  • Travelers flying to Tokyo Narita (NRT) will arrive at the south wing of Terminal 1. This terminal features services such as an information desk and post office and amenities like sleeping rooms and showers.
  • Flights from Los Angeles to many cities in Japan will generally arrive at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). From here it is easy to make connections to other cities around the country or to continue to other destinations throughout Asia.
  • If you will have a brief turnaround in Tokyo, Terminal 1 at Haneda Airport (HND) offers baggage storage and features car rental desks for traveler convenience.
  • Tokyo Narita (NRT) and Tokyo Haneda (HND) airports feature services such as barbershops and dentist offices in their terminals as a convenience for business travelers on tight schedules.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Japan

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles 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 1944 reviews
7.8Entertainment
7.7Food
8.4Boarding
8.2Comfort
8.7Crew
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
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They didn't tell me they changed my flight. So I got confused on what happened to my flight.

The flight was delightful overall. The check-in and boarding were on smooth and on time. Amenities and staffs were elevated. However, if glasses were served instead of cups, there should be a complete premium.

Sure I would’ve liked a little more space, but it was better than economy. I bring my own food because I have food allergies it would be nice if they offered larger salads or more vegetables instead of starch it was really a good flight. I don’t wanna complain. I’m grateful to fly at all safely. Thank you to the pilots.

American Airlines food is horrible. Also, paid to fly JAL on all segments, but received a much lower quality. I was disappointed to learn that we would be using American Airlines on this flight, which has less comfort, entertainment, choices, and lower standard of service. Overall not satisfied.

My plans changed and I tried to cancel or change the flight for credit but was giving the run around and denied . Not great

Good experience for economy transpacific. Reasonable comfortable seats. Food was not as good as I expected or had on other prior transpacific flights but likely attribute that to rising cost of supplies. Staff is courteous. Overall, very good.

The original email I received and flight that I paid for was for Japan Airlines. Since JAL is a partner with American, I ended up on an American Airlines plane. This would not be a problem, except that JAL allows 2 check in bags for free and American only allows 1. A $100.00 unexpected expense was very disturbing, especially since I will have to pay it again on my way home. I feel like it was a bait and switch. I never would have chosen American Airlines if I had known that I would have to pay $200.00 in baggage fees, above and beyond my airfare. Secondly, the check in counter representative did not realize that I had TSA pre-check, so I had to return to the check-in desk on a different floor to get a new boarding pass. The AA representative helping at the check-in kiosks was very helpful, kind, polite, and professional when I returned for the new boarding pass. Thirdly, the crew was not as friendly as I have experienced on other airlines. Their tone when speaking to other passengers was not always polite. The food was better than I expected. However, I am used to having a station where one can serve themselves water, juice or grab a snack. That was not the case on this flight. Truly makes me think twice about booking with American Airlines. I am very disappointed.

I traveled business class from Lax to Narita flight Jl61. The crew was attentive and polite. Food was good quality and service was as it should be. Narita to Bengaluru Jl753was another story in business class. The cabin was darkened for the 9hr:30min flight, food was mediocre, service was below standard and crew can't speak English to save their lives. When you ask for noodles soup from Ala carte they gave cup of noodles while Lax to Narita i was served the best Ramen noodles in a big bowl. Why the disparity on this leg of the journey.....or is it because there were mostly Indian passengers and it really did not matter to Jal to bother as its a poor country and Indians refrain from speaking up? A good airline but differentiation like this brings their reputation and business down.

Terrible. Our flight was delayed by 15 hours. We lost a full day of our vacation.

highly recommend for trip to japan only reason why i gave good not excellent is because their selection of movies and tv shows in English is more limited .

On time, food was great. Didn’t wake me up when they saw me sleeping and as soon as I used the toilet, they came up and asked me if I wanted dinner. Right on!

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.

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

The ladies are great seats should be a little bigger!

Couple of hours delayed, we had to re-booked our Shinkansen reservation twice. United Aiines need to improve their time!

Very disappointing. Our flight was delayed for almost 6 hours with the lost time disrupting our travel plans. United should have known that any delay (approximately and hour) triggered a no-fly/work because according to the FAA they had to many flight hours. After the mechanical delay (approximately an hour) we had to wait for a fresh crew change. Seems to me that United could have anticipated this incident. Again, a very disappointing travel experience.

Excellent crew, food and comfort from LA to Narita. Flight from Narita to Manila was just okay, Food and comfort needs to improve. The business class was not comfortable.

Lots of leg room in premium. Departed exactly on time. Friendly crew.

The friendliness of the attendants, and the quality of the service.

Food was terrible , uncomfortable seats, WiFi did not work, will never fly Singapore again.

They ran out of the second choice of food was stuck with fish

Very good flight from Boarding to landing -efficient and comfortable with decent entertainment options

Overall, very good. The food was better than expected with the exception of the pork and potatoes dinner at the end of the flight. My family all selected that dish and did not set it. I tried a bite also and it was honestly terrible. Also, it would be helpful to know when the snacks in the back of the plane are available.

The crew and their service was top notch, but the plane itself seemed to be on the older side and worn out. Also, the food could’ve been better. 9 out of 10.

Excellent- a lot of food Disappointed with the premium economy pouch- did not have toothbrush and tooth paste or socks. Other airlines provide them

I had a great experience with Singapore airlines as always. The partner airline, Scoot was fine except my bag was misplaced during the shuffle. Ultimately, my baggage arrived intact. Attempting to inquire about my baggage was impossible.

I didn’t get to go, and no refund was available after asking for 2 months

The crew was so kind! I had such a nice flight !

It was for the most part a 10/10 they said they had entertainment options but all they had was old movies for streaming from the mid 2010’s so like 10 years ago

all good for a very budget flight - well priced and excellent service. Will fly again

I appreciate the economy price of the tickets. The long flight made the comfort level on the lower average side. Wi-Fi connection was not consistent but working. Overall, I would fly again with zip air but next time get the flat, premium seats with the amount of money I would save otherwise.

You get what you pay for and nothing more. Wanted a cheap flight and that’s exactly what I got, though it’s human nature to wanting to feel like you got a good deal as well. There was none of that here. I was cheap and they were too. Got to my destination safely and that’s all that really matters.

Nice service. I wish it could provide hot water on the flight.

Wifi could have been better. Arrived 55 mins earlier than scheduled :)

Best part are two crying babies throughout the whole 11 hour trip

Inflight WiFi would lose connection when you don't continuously use it, and would sometimes be difficult to reconnect. Food quality could be a bit better. Other than that, it was excellent.

i requested refund and among $800 i got refunded 100 bucks :) how can it be possible?

Staff didn't speak much English but were attentive. Not one time was I offered a snack or complimentary drink.

Seats are uncomfortable and left me in pain in my tailbone area. I got about one hour of sleep.

Delay of two hours due to some mechanical issue. Staff was wonderful and the pilot did let us know what was going on.

Wifi is very frustrating - could not connect and therefore unable to work on the trip

I was promised by United Airline (operated by ANA) that I will be seated together with my kids as I am the only adult flying with two minors. We did not get seats together in our 11 hours flight from LA to Tokyo. When asked at the gate, ANA representative said United Airline should have informed them that there is a parent flying with two minors. He said they can’t do anything in the system as the flight is full. He ask me to ask passengers next to me and the kids if they are willing to change seats. This is ridiculous! However, I went in the flight and asked other passages but no one willing to change seats. 11 hours and we were seating separately. I was very disappointed with this. It made things super inconvenient for me.

The business class seat is exceptional. I wish the food is more palatable.

Business class seats felt very cramped compared to other airlines.

Check-in and in-flight staff were better than average. The seat was a fair size but too hard and not enough padding. The cushion/pillow provided is poor (thin and seems to be disposable ,it provides no effective cushioning or support). Food was OK-ish but no choice of inflight snacks and no easy place to get drinks other than water (I could ask for juice by intruding into the staff area at the back of the plane) Entertainment was very good actually. Overall better than I expected from a US-based airline (sorry!) but compared to ANA or Singapore it was so-so. (I live in Japan so they are my comparative airlines)

Seats were comfortable. It’s was so cold and very uncomfortable. I paid 2000 miles for wifi service that was choppy the whole flight. Would like to be reimbursed for my miles Food was so disappointing. Three cold and terrible meals for $3000 round trip. This needs to be better.

Seats are smaller and harder than other airlines we have travels with. Food was edible but no good. The sandwich was the only thing I would eat again. They did have a lot of movies to watch.

Everything was pretty good except for food. They need to improve on it compared to other airlines.

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