Flying from Los Angeles to Tokyo: what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo flying out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Arrive in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Around 11 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Los Angeles to Tokyo flight.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
The most popular route for flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Haneda Airport (HND). You can select from 49 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to HND is the 00:05 ANA option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final scheduled service is at 23:50 with American Airlines.
To ensure you board your Los Angeles to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo
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July is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Los Angeles to Tokyo. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Depart from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and fly straight through to Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT). If you're looking for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo out of LAX, those are your arrival options.
Direct Los Angeles to Tokyo plane tickets are available from a range of airlines at LAX. Get on board with any of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Los Angeles to Tokyo flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience more of Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Haneda Airport around three weeks before your trip.
HND is situated at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is approximately 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 1 hour.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT will help you stay within budget.
Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo. April is the busiest month to visit Tokyo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book a Los Angeles to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are must-do's during your Tokyo adventure.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Osaka is another essential stop in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without experiencing Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.