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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Japan

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stop$952
Osaka
Osaka1 stop$950
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$1,029
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$963
Hiroshima
Hiroshima1 stop$1,028
Sendai
Sendai1 stop$1,218
Takamatsu
Takamatsu1 stop$1,136
Aomori
Aomori1 stop$1,185
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stop$952
Osaka
Osaka1 stop$950
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$1,029
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$963
Hiroshima
Hiroshima1 stop$1,028
Sendai
Sendai1 stop$1,218
Takamatsu
Takamatsu1 stop$1,136
Aomori
Aomori1 stop$1,185
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KAYAK's insights & trends for John F Kennedy Intl to Japan flights

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

What is the cheapest New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Japan flight route?

The cheapest ticket to Japan from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport found in the last 5 days was to Tokyo, at $861 round-trip. The most popular route is from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $861.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Japan is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $1,228 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Japan is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,373.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Japan?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 3 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,092 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Japan?

The cheapest month for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Japan is February, when tickets cost $1,042 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,610 and $1,592 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Japan?

To get a below average price on the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Japan, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$453
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Japan: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from John F Kennedy Intl to Japan 
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines-Jun 2026
JFK was a convenient airport to fly out of if you arrive for an early flight. Download all your media ahead of time. don't buy the internet in-flight if you don't have to.
Verified travelerFlew with ANA-Apr 2026
be prepared for the long flight. wear comfortable clothes and shoes and be prepared for drastic changes in weather
Verified travelerFlew with ANA-Mar 2025
Try not to sleep on the plane right away and adjust yourself to Tokyo time immediately once you get on the plane.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Aug 2024
Make sure if you have any type of food allergies you let them know ahead of time instead of during your flight. The airline will do their best to accommodate your allergies and they take them very seriously. Economy wasn’t to bad on the way there I would recommend sitting in and exit row if you’re looking for leg room and it also helps to be close to the bathrooms.

FAQs - booking Japan flights

  • Should I get a visa when flying from the U.S. to Japan?

    American citizens can fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Japan without a visa if they have a valid U.S. passport and a return flight ticket.

  • Where might my flight stop from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Japan?

    A flight from the U.S. to Japan might make any number of stops. Some common layover locations include Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).

  • Which airline should I choose when flying with kids from the U.S. to Japan?

    Japan Airlines is routinely named one of the most family-friendly airlines in the world. It can give your kids access to healthy meals, activity kits, and more on a flight to Japan.

  • How can I make a more sustainable flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Japan?

    To make a flight from the U.S. to Japan more sustainable, consider flying with an airline like Air Canada. This airline is working on making its operation more sustainable by upgrading its fleet and doing away with the usage of single-use plastics on many of its flights.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport to Japan.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Japan?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Airport 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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from New York John F Kennedy Airport to the following destinations at these prices or less: Tokyo $536 one-way - $1,074 round-trip
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one of the biggest airports on the East Coast and one of the largest airports in the entire U.S., so finding flights from JFK to Japan will be easy. Many airlines, including Air Canada, China Airlines, Japan Airlines, and others, fly from JFK to various airports in Japan. You can get to Narita International Airport (NRT) and Haneda Airport (HND) in the Tokyo area without any issues. Kansai International Airport (KIX) near Osaka and Fukuoka Airport (FUK) near Fukuoka are also options.
  • Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Japan are available. Japan Airlines has nonstop flights departing from JFK and landing at Haneda Airport (HND). A one-stop flight will be your next best option if you can't locate nonstop flights. Air Canada offers one-stop flights.
  • Regardless of how many stops a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Japan makes, you'll spend a decent amount of time in the air. Consider flying first class with an airline like Japan Airlines to access more comfortable seating, extensive dining and in-flight entertainment options, and more.
  • Most of the airlines flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Japan will charge extra baggage fees for checked bags. To avoid these fees, consider bringing just a single carry-on bag. Be sure your bag meets the airline’s size requirements. An airline like China Airlines will limit carry-on bags to 22 x 14 x 9 inches.
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has many lounges to relax while waiting for your international flight to board. Many will only allow passengers from specific airlines in, but others, like the American Express Centurion Lounge, will grant you access for a small fee.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from John F Kennedy Intl to Japan

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from John F Kennedy Intl 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 1913 reviews
7.7Food
8.4Boarding
8.2Comfort
7.8Entertainment
8.7Crew
Airline reviews

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

10.0 ExcellentChris, Aug 2026
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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.

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.

The crew was nice, the food could be better, and at least 2 bathroom stalls were out of service.

great experience - staff were kind and attentive and food was excellent. very comfortable flight that felt much shorter than 14 hours.

Too bad the plane didn't work after we taxied out to get in line for take-off. We went back to the gate and waited for almost 90 minutes for them to find a plane that worked. Waited another hour to board. When we got to Rochester we waited for over an hour for our bags to appear. The agent said they only had three people working to load and unload baggage. A one hour flight took an extra four hours. It would have been faster to rent a car at JFK and drive to Rochester.

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.

Seats were extremely cramped even for economy. Food was atrocious. Crew was fine but no follow up, additional drinks offered etc. For a 14 hour flight I expected more.

Boarding was good. Inflight service was good. Alcoholic drinks could have been served free.

One of the best 14 hour flights I've ever had. Crew was friendly throughout which can be difficult on longer flights. The crew being kind and respectful is very important for me. Plane felt clean and I was able to get some well needed uninterrupted sleep. I put them slightly above Cathay Pacific as far as cleanliness the only down side was a lack of entertainment selections, but hey I am an American taking a trip on a Japanese airline so I cannot complain. Thank you ANA and the Tokyo airport all very friendly. Will see you soon

This was the best airline I’ve ever taken. The staff are amazing. The food was great. The pilot was phenomenal. I would highly recommend this airline.

Crew went out of their way for me, not often

Chair was broken. Crew was awesome. Food was eh. Dinner food not so good the sandwich was good ( for airplane food) headphones hurt my ears. It’s hard because no one has plug in earphones

ANA crews are superb, very responsive and caring. Boarding was smooth and so as the landing. Great flights we had with ANA.

The crew was so accommodating. If I asked for extra snack they gave it to me. In economy the seats were wide and plenty of legroom. The backrest should have reclined a little more. Instead it barely moved. The footrest was helpful. Overall, my experience was good and I would recommend ANA as an alternative to other oversees low-cost airlines.

Waited a long time at JFK to board with no information being readily available.Left about 45 minutes late and it was 2:45 AM in JFK.Nothing todo. Second deck of the Airbus is more comfortable or seems that way because there is less people. Food was OK. The food on secondleg was better as we had ordered it before hand. We thought we had did that on the long first leg but we were told we did not. Cabin crew was generally nice. There are people who lean back when eating as they wait for food to be delivered and know no one will check -- drag. TV selection was awful movies OK. Comfortable all in all.

Not enough seat cushion. Butt was hurting especially on long flight. Not enough movie selection. Entertainment was outdated. Coffee served was cold. Other than that flight was good.

Humm, I should have known that the seat I peaked on my flight from Inchon to Manila was designed for a toddler or very small person.

The staff hold my luggage to steel and exchange my stub, i was very disappointed.

Kayak along with airfare assay are attempting to steal my money. Charges are being pressed.

Customer service and attention to details. The food was good.

Better screens, it would have been nice to have more comfortable seats.

My luggage didn’t arrive with my flight. Flight was delayed by nearly 2 hours while we sat on the plane and I almost missed my connecting flight and subsequently missed the last train from the airport so it took me another 2 hours to get to my destination after arriving, Crew skipped me several times when offering beverages, and I couldn’t get their attention at times because they wouldn’t even make eye contact with me. They didn’t give me a form for disembarking so I had to go to the back of the line after waiting an eternity for immigration. Paid for on flight wi- fi that didn’t work for most of the flight.

Flew on an Airbus 350-900. Excellent aircraft properly cleaned and serviced. Flight crew was excellent plane departed and arrived on time. The A350 has excellent air circulation far better than the 777. I would recommend Asiana to anyone looking to fly in a clean comfortable environment. This is my second round trip flight from New York to Bangkok via Asiana and I will book Asiana again!

JetBlue's check-in was great, but there was an in-flight attendant who was very rude and unkind. I didn't realize that the bathrooms were already locked 30 mins prior to landing and needed to use the restroom. Instead of politely asking me to return, she rudely told me, 'NO, bathrooms are locked! Go back to your seat!' The JetBlue flight was more than an hour delay, which made me almost miss my connecting flight with Asiana. I understand the reasoning, but the action they took to get a hold of maintenance was time consuming. It took them more than 30 mins to get a hold of maintenance and for maintenance to get started. The Asiana flight and crew were wonderful, in general. They waited for us who were delayed from the previous flight before they took off and were very kind to take my checked baggage's info. Seats were a little uncomfortable for such long flight, but service and flight attendants were great! However, my 3 checked baggages are missing! They're lost somewhere in the transition. I'm writing this review 3 days after my arrival to the Philippines, and my 3 checked baggages, where my wedding dress is, are all still missing! I and the CEB airport crew have sent multiple emails to both JetBlue and Asiana, and neither has responded to any of our emails. Although, I was able to get in contact with JetBlue's Interline Department who confirmed that the bags were turned over to Asiana without confirmation details.

Simplicity of boarding and corporate interactions were all totally positive and simple, brief, organized and clear. No regrets at all. I will favor flights with Cathay Pacific in the future.

My seat had many issues. First the chair was broken where reclining was difficult. My usb plug was also broken so charging was impossible.

There could have been more options on the entertainment section Nothing was available for non English speaking passengers

Crew and food were great in-flight. We had a 2 hour delay, no communication, and just got left in a limbo. The crew arrived late and they were running checkouts on the plane (which is important, but why not doing it earlier?) Cathay did nothing to about the delay, and a lot of people missed their connection flights. I had to run and got stuck at checkpoint, which made my entire trip very unpleasant. Got to my gate 5 mins prior to them closing it.

I was only given 2 meals, and my screen showed that there were 3 meals. Second meal was 1-2 hours late according to the screen.

I've stomach problems after 2 hours of flight, Iris, the flight purser not only did her best to make me feel comfortable, she went above and beyond providing pain relievers medicines and ointment. She look and found a doctor passenger on the flight to provide advise. She even report on ground staffs about my condition and provide wheelchair upon arrival. Kudos to her and Cathay Pacific!

Fast boarding flight on time boarded plane back to front instead of stupid zone groups like US airlines do...

Not enough food for everyone. . Always run out of food when we ask

Flight delayed in NYC and missed Hong Kong connecting flight to Guangzhou. While being given a hotel room and a 30 dollar voucher to eat in the airport, the delay caused a few big inconveniences , a 12 hour delay should have been better compensated for.

Excellent. Planes are a little older and could get some refurbishment, but besides that everything was excellent.

Old dirty plane but great lie flat seats in business class

A crew member's attitude towards a couple passengers who couldn't speak English was rude. Just because they didn't understand what the passenger said, they were not given any snack.

Great. Clean. Seats comfortable. Food was free. Had new release movies.

The boarding crew was very helpful with a little special problem I had. The inflight crew - so-so.

They kept us on the tarmac for 6 hours after already delaying our flight by 2 hours. No one had any answers. They sent our gate checked stroller to baggage claim instead of giving it back at the gate.

There was a big delay and I missed my connection flight

I don’t like the music section but I believe it was a cost decision. I changed my flight last minute due to work issues and had to sit way in the back. The seats were way closer together than I would have preferred.

Our particular exceptional experience was with Johnny at JFK at check in. He was the kindest, most accommodating agent I’ve ever encountered taking extra steps to help my husband and I with our extra baggage. I hope that he knows how much he positively affected our trip.

Crew were professional and kind. The flight was smooth. But... The internet, which we paid 35 dollars for, did not work for most of the flight. This made providing media for our child an uncomfortable hassle.

Aging planer and NO wifi on a 14 hour day flight. Unless you are retired or don't need to work or be in touch with the world... The lack of Wifif really ruined the flight. And the old plane - really showing it's age, wasn't great

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