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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
Tokyo
Tokyo3 stops$961
Osaka
Osaka1 stop$890
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$918
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$895
Nagasaki
Nagasaki1 stop$977
Hakodate
Hakodate1 stop$920
Sendai
Sendai2 stops$886
Asahikawa
Asahikawa1 stop$932
Matsuyama
Matsuyama1 stop$1,205
Tokyo
Tokyo3 stops$961
Osaka
Osaka1 stop$890
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$918
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$895
Nagasaki
Nagasaki1 stop$977
Hakodate
Hakodate1 stop$920
Sendai
Sendai2 stops$886
Asahikawa
Asahikawa1 stop$932
Matsuyama
Matsuyama1 stop$1,205
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York 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 New York to Japan cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from New York to Japan are running about the same as they were around this time last year, averaging $1,293 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from New York to Japan right now?

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

• Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl (NGO) from $881
• Sendai (SDJ) from $886
• Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) from $890
• Kobe (UKB) from $890
• Hiroshima (HIJ) from $893

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York to Japan?

January is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $1,048. Prices are highest in December, when average flight costs increase to around $1,689.

When is the best time to book flights from New York to Japan?

Book your flights 13 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 13% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in Japan is the cheapest to fly to from New York?

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

• Toyama (TOY) from $1,057
• Hiroshima (HIJ) from $1,167
• Tokyo Narita (NRT) from $1,179

What’s the cheapest day to fly from New York to Japan?

Monday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from New York 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 New York to Japan?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Japan during the evening with average prices of $1,205. The afternoon is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,424.

Key details for New York to Japan flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$310
Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Newark Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport

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 Japan Airlines-Oct 2026
Make sure to download the QR code for easier, smooth arrival/ entry into Japan.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines-Sep 2026
get qr code from visit japan web before arrival to jpn if you’re visiting for tourism, business, etc
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.

Your New York 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 New York to Japan?

    Yes. Fares from New York to Japan are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $1,055 (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 New York to Japan?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from New York to Japan have ranged from $1,055 to $1,672.

  • What are the main airports serving Japan?

    Japan has 80 airports. The three busiest are Tokyo Haneda (HND) (64% of arrivals), Tokyo Narita (NRT) (24%) and Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) (4%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from New York to Japan?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 5 airlines offer nonstop flights on this route:

    • United Airlines
    • ANA
    • Japan Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • XiamenAir

  • Where in Japan can I fly nonstop from New York?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can only fly nonstop from New York to Tokyo.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from New York to Japan?

    Yes. Nonstop flights from New York to Japan average $1,408 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) from $834
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) from $880
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) from $898

  • How long is a flight from New York to Japan?

    Nonstop flights take 14h 32m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 14h 20m, from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Tokyo Narita (NRT).

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

    11% of flights on this route are delayed by at least 15 minutes. The average delay is 2h 45m.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from New York to Japan?

    On flights from New York 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 New York to Japan?

    The earliest nonstop flight from New York to Japan departs at 12:35 am and the latest departs at 2:05 pm. Nonstop flights take about 14h 32m.

  • 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.

Your guide to booking New York 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 13 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 13% 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 December when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Monday 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: ANA, Japan Airlines, American Airlines, Korean Air and Asiana Airlines.
  • If you're looking to save, Toyama (TOY) is the cheapest airport to fly into from New York. 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 nonstop route from Newark Airport to Japan. If you'd rather save money, the route from New York LaGuardia Airport via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) is usually the cheapest.
  • 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 1947 reviews
8.4Boarding
7.7Food
8.2Comfort
8.7Crew
7.8Entertainment
Airline reviews

SAN-NRT was excellent experience with crew helping and assisting in all aspects of comfort. But NRT-BAN was not that comfortable with no blankets and pillows provided and treating it more like premier economy class. This has been the pattern I have observed where JAL uses non-trained crew, uncomfortable seats, restrooms not working, locking up window seats, business class comforts taken away on NRT-BAN route. Overall quality of service goes downhill on NRT-BAN flight. Not sure why?

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Oct 2026
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SAN-NRT was excellent experience with crew helping and assisting in all aspects of comfort. But NRT-BAN was not that comfortable with no blankets and pillows provided and treating it more like premier economy class. This has been the pattern I have observed where JAL uses non-trained crew, uncomfortable seats, restrooms not working, locking up window seats, business class comforts taken away on NRT-BAN route. Overall quality of service goes downhill on NRT-BAN flight. Not sure why?

I had a hard time checking in as my first and middle names lacked a space. The vendor spent a long time fixing it with the JAL. This should not have been a problem. Check in at ohare was good as Regina was very helpful and kind.

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.

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 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 thought I purchased premium economy but got an economy seating for an expensive airfare from Kayak. Not able to pay extra to upgrade at all

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

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.

There was not even a single time where united airlines from lga has made to the gate straight , 1 hr if delay today

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.

The flight was cancelled and they lost my luggage which now 5 days later I still don’t have. They gave me food vouchers that did not work so all in all terrible expy

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.

Another American Airlines flight, another significant delay. At least this one wasn't canceled like many others have been. This time we sat on the runway at LaGuardia for 2.5 hours. By my count that is 7 American flights the last three months that have been delayed 2 hours or more or canceled entirely.

Our trip to Spain turned into a stressful ordeal with cockpit issues and FAA air traffic disruptions. Our American Airlines flight from Raleigh to JFK was delayed nearly four hours, causing us to miss our connections to Madrid and Jerez. We were left stranded in New York with children, even running out of diapers while trying to sort everything out. American refused to cover hotels or rental cars, leaving us to arrange and pay for them ourselves. The delays also disrupted our prepaid rental car reservations in Spain. It was a frustrating and expensive start to a family trip we had spent months planning.

Unfortunately the flight was delayed by almost 2 hours, so I missed an appointment arriving into DFW

Very cold on board it was like having 16hours sitting in a fridge

My experience was excellent for a business trip. I like the smaller jets because everyone gets either a window or aisle seat and the boarding and de-planing goes much faster. I really like the schedule American Airlines has between Atlanta and NY - lots of options. Crews are great and very accommodating. Sometimes the flights are not full and they let people move around once the boarding doors are shut to spread out.

Primary flight attendant in FC wasn't that engaged throughout the flight. All other aspects of flight were good.

Confusion at boarding with my seat (there wasn't one) that I had to have corrected using my status; then because of that had to check bags. And then a very long delay on the tarmac with no air conditioning on a very warm day. It was just a miserable experience all around.

5 hours delay - minimum communication, no compensation, no support from Airline. Terrible customer experience

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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