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Cheap Flights from New York to Japan

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
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Fukuoka
17h 45m2 stops
from $964per person
Osaka
16h 25m2 stops
from $981per person
Tokyo
14h 00mNonstop
from $994per person
Nagoya
17h 20m2 stops
from $994per person
Okinawa
18h 00m2 stops
from $1,011per person
Sapporo
17h 20m2 stops
from $1,037per person
Hiroshima
17h 30m2 stops
from $1,073per person
Aomori
17h 25m2 stops
from $1,091per person
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Japan flights

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

What is the cheapest New York to Japan flight route?

The cheapest ticket to Japan from New York found in the last 5 days was to Tokyo, at $859 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 $859.

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 $1,220 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 $1,368.

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

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Japan is February, when tickets cost $1,048 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,667 and $1,540 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from New York 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

December

Cheapest flight

$457
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 20% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
Flight from Newark Liberty Airport to Osaka Kansai Intl

Flights from New York to Japan: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from New York 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

  • When I travel to Japan from New York, will I need a passport and do I need to get a visa before my trip?

    In order to travel to Japan from New York, you only need a passport that will be valid during the duration of your stay in Japan. The passport must have one blank page for an immigration stamp upon your entry. If you are traveling to Japan on vacation as a tourist and you do not plan on staying longer than 90 days in the country, you will not need a visa to travel to Japan.

  • If I will be flying to Tokyo Narita Airport, what type of ground transportation options are available to get me from the airport to the center of Tokyo?

    A rather quick and cost-effective method to make the trip from the airport to the center of Tokyo is to travel on the train offered by Narita Express that makes the journey in about 1h 30min. The cost for the trip is about ¥3994 ($35).

  • If I will be traveling to Tokyo and I would like to stay near the airport, are there any hotels located nearby?

    Tokyo Narita Airport offers a hotel that is right on the airport property just to the north of the terminal buildings near the parking lots. Tokyo Haneda Airport also has a hotel on-site in Terminal 2 of the airport.

  • If my final destination in Japan is the very traditional Japanese city of Kyoto, what are some options for me to travel there?

    By far the quickest way is to fly on a one-stop flight to either Osaka Itami Airport (ITM) or Osaka Kansai International Airport (KIX). From either airport, you can take a bus provided by Osaka Airport Transport that makes the trip to Kyoto in around 50min for a cost of about ¥1255 ($11) from Osaka Itami or in about 1h 30min for a cost of around ¥2511 ($22) from Osaka Kansai.

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

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

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

  • While there are quite a few airports that you can travel to in Japan from New York, the only airports that offer direct service from New York are Tokyo Narita (NRT) and Tokyo Haneda (HND). You can find these flights departing from either John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark International Airport (EWR).
  • While you can fly to Japan from New York La Guardia Aiport (LGA), all the flights will include one stop with layovers at airports such as Toronto Pearson International (YYZ), Chicago O' Hare International Airport (ORD), or Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
  • If you're going to be commuting from somewhere on Long Island to John F. Kennedy International Airport before your flight to Japan, a good choice for public transportation is a train offered by the Long Island Rail Road that makes the trip to the Jamaica Street Station near the airport in about 1h for a cost of around $10.
  • For those with accessibility issues or disabilities flying from Newark International Airport, the airport offers its Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program. As part of this program, passengers wear a lanyard in the shape of a sunflower letting all airport staff know that they may need a little extra help during their travels.
  • For mothers with small children that are making the trip from New York to Japan, there are 13 different nursing suites located throughout the terminal buildings at John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from New York to Japan

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York 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 1910 reviews
8.7Crew
8.2Comfort
7.7Food
7.8Entertainment
8.4Boarding
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.

Check in was chaotic with only one counter for business class and first class. The luggage conveyor belt at JFK airport was broken so the flight departure was delayed which made the flight stressful as I had a tight connection. Although the captain said they could make up the delay, they didn’t do so.

I had a good time. However, I paid for the wifi and it was in and out the whole flight.

3 hour delay…. Nearly 2 hours sitting on tarmac. Do better, United. Or at least have the sense to not say “we hope you enjoyed your flight with us” upon disembarking.

Everything except the food and entertainment. It was a great experience though

Flight was delayed from 35 minute delayed aircraft arrival to 90 minute delay causing us to miss international connecting flight on SWISS resulting in 16 hour delay to reach detonation causing significant angst, monetary loss and discomfort. SWISS transfer desk and staff was like robots not willing to help at all.

Best part: It’s operated by All Nippon Airways. It’s quite literally comfortable, reliable and respected from boarding to landing each and every time. It’s perfection without extremity in lavishness — it’s how flying should always be!

Delays!!! Serious delays. I was told by a member of staff in LGA that I would miss my DEN to LAX flight connection, so I was put on a later flight. Due to delays I would have been able to have made my original flight, where I was sat in business class - seat 1A: I was put on my original flight but bumped from business - 1A to economy 33C. I want a refund for paying business class but only flying economy

The plane was delayed coming in and on the tarmac. I was coming from another flight so it made for a very long day. The stewardess kept trying to slam the overhead bins closed and I was worried that she had damaged my new luggage. They ran out of snacks and lccdsddd me a hummus box which was nice. It took them a very long time to pick up the garbage so I could not go to the washroom and had little time. To prepare for disbarment. The TV system was hard to control from the armrest and picture wasn’t clear. The crew did apologize several times for the lateness. It took the Denver airport an unusually long time to de-ice the plane.

Their app did not recognize my Aeroplan frequent flyer number and would not allow me access to my boarding card. Ground staff was readily available at the airport to print it out to me.

Excellent as always. Service was excellent and fully bilingual. Cannot complain .Will travel again. Always have and will continue. Highly recommended.

Old dirty plane but great lie flat seats in business class

Our flight from Chicago to Des Moines was the problem flight due to a dismissive flight attendant. His conduct was unnecessary and unprofessional.. I will avoid using Americam Airlines again because of the situation. Very disappointing.

Aa cancelled my flight where I was in first class seat 4B. They auto rebooked me on another flight, did not give me a seat assignment until at the gate. Where I got seat 29f, for a 4 hr flight. No accommodation at all for my first class ticket. Left 3 hrs late as well.

It was delayed 5 hours due weather and your app should be rebuilt or disabled. I could not change my original flight on delta so I did it through the delta app. Then rebooked on American once delta cancelled all flights from LGA to PIT on 8/27. American Airlines was fine once the flight took off 5 hours later. I wish my company would find a better provider than kayak.

DCA-LAX No screen on a 5 hour flight (almost) no food for sale on a 5 hour flight (practically) no wifi coverage or speed on a 5 hour flight I should have gotten my money back, shame on American

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.

The entire process could’ve been better. Delayed multiple times and American lied and said it was due to Weather in New York, even though other flights were taking off the entire time (including other American Airlines flights)

There were alot of delays without any information. First, my original flight was overbooked so I volunteered to stay back. The layover was hell, I sat in the airport for 4 hours. I was highly disappointed because no one was around to provide answers.

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

The flight was delayed and we would have missed our connection. We had to switch to a different airline in another airport

Great setup on both flights except the last flight we got condensed dripping all over me in the last 20 mins of the flight

Allow me to book extra bag check in as free though I packed in 1 luggage but that was 7 LBS overweight so make another bag to free check in.

I found the boarding easy and my seat was very comfortable as I had a lot of leg room. I am not too happy that I no longer have lounge access even though I used to get it with my TD credit card.

Strike pissed me n stranded in middle of no where

Refreshments and Air Hostess was good. Issues with customs in Toronto caused flight to depart and left me behind twice. Vouchers for delayed flight needs to increase.

Air Canada was great! From the airport at Montreal to boarding to the food on board the plane. The crew was great too! There was a slight issue with some other peoples’ tickets that I overheard about but the crew handled with care immediately to ensure everyone was comfortable and we could takeoff! Great experience with Air Canada

Everything was good till we got to yyz...then we got to the gate and there was NO GATE AGENT. We waited 15 min before disembarking. No internet No IFE Old aircraft Second leg in two weeks NOT IMPRESSED

The seats are soooooooo small in economy. I was offered no tea or coffee in the am. When I asked was told that it was too late. The plane was 2 hours late leaving.

My first flight left so late we knew I would miss my connection. Rather than redirecting me then, they made me take a flight to Montreal, then Toronto (there was a flight leaving for Toronto when I was in NYC, no need for me to also go to montreal). Then they gave me a food voucher that did not work (4 places would not accept it). At least they gave me a hotel automatically, even though it was a cheap crappy one. I'm still not home, and it's been over 24 hours. I'm exhausted.

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