What to know about flights from New York to Tokyo?

The distance between New York and Tokyo is approximately 10,841.48 km. It takes around 14 hours 16 minutes on average to fly from New York to Tokyo. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The cheapest month to book is August.

Cheapest one-way
$480
Air Premia Air Premia NYC-TYO 26h 30m · 1 stop Thu, Sep 17
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Cheapest round-trip
$890
Ethiopian Airlines Ethiopian Airlines NYC-TYO 32h 25m · 2 stops Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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When to travel
March
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
10,841.48 km
Flight distance
14h 16m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from New York to Tokyo over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from $480 and round-trip from $890. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from New York to Tokyo operate an average of 21 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 26.1% on-time departure rate and a 80.3% on-time arrival rate.
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Expert Picks: Flights from New York to Tokyo

Find your perfect flight from New York to Tokyo, tailored just for you.

Author's Profile Picture Qthree Travel Writter
The backbone of North American travel with an unmatched network, perfect for complex, long-haul business itineraries.
United Airlines
NYC 2:00 AM
14h Nonstop
TYO 5:00 AM
Mon, Sep 21 New York - Tokyo United Airlines
$718
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The intuitive, whisper-quiet Japanese service creates a rare sense of zen, keeping you relaxed and refreshed throughout your long-haul journey.
All Nippon Airways
NYC 2:00 AM
14h 15m Nonstop
TYO 5:15 AM
Sat, Oct 24 New York - Tokyo All Nippon Airways
$1,965
Author's Profile Picture Lily Travel Blogger
The airline is a top choice for business travelers needing reliable, high-frequency city pairs. Dedicated lounges offer a quiet space to work.
American Airlines
NYC 10:30 AM
14h 25m Nonstop
TYO 1:55 PM
Fri, Oct 23 New York - Tokyo American Airlines
$689
Author's Profile Picture Robin Trip.com Travel Expert
JL is consistently reliable, offering noticeably more legroom and excellent Japanese meals. It’s a solid choice.
Japan Airlines
NYC 1:20 PM
14h 20m Nonstop
TYO 4:40 PM
Mon, Sep 21 New York - Tokyo Japan Airlines
$704

Which airlines are the most popular for New York to Tokyo flights?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Tokyo are Japan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines, among 15 carriers on this route. Air Premia offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from New York to Tokyo according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com price insights on flights from New York to Tokyo

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from New York to Tokyo?

The average price of one-way flights from New York to Tokyo purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from New York to Tokyo is March, with an average price of $353; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to $1,121.

$1,121
$737
$353
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    Cheapest
  • $788
    Sep
  • $821
    Oct
  • $765
    Nov
  • $1,104
    Dec
  • $812
    Jan
  • $689
    Feb
  • $353
    Mar
  • $638
    Apr
  • $593
    May
  • $1,121
    Jun
  • $855
    Jul
  • $658
    Aug

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from New York to Tokyo?

Average price of round-trip flights from New York to Tokyo purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from New York to Tokyo are found during April, with an average price of $959. Conversely, the highest prices are found during June, with an average price of up to $2,433.

$2,433
$1,696
$959
$222
    Cheapest
  • $1,539
    Sep
  • $1,618
    Oct
  • $1,454
    Nov
  • $2,181
    Dec
  • $1,335
    Jan
  • $1,664
    Feb
  • $969
    Mar
  • $959
    Apr
  • $1,636
    May
  • $2,433
    Jun
  • $1,604
    Jul
  • $1,257
    Aug

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Tokyo (NYC-TYO)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Air Premia offers one-way fares as low as $480 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. EWR to NRT on Thu, Sep 17), while Ethiopian Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $890 departing on Mon, Oct 26 and returning on Mon, Nov 2.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from New York to Tokyo with the following airlines, including: Japan Airlines United Airlines American Airlines All Nippon Airways Delta Air Lines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 14 hours 16 minutes to fly from New York (NYC) to Tokyo (TYO).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from New York to Tokyo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 66 flight per week flying from New York to Tokyo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Japan Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- JL7009 (11:08) United Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UA079 (12:04) All Nippon Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- NH7545 (10:36)
  • To find best deals on flights from New York to Tokyo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Sep 17, with one-way flights priced at just $480.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is American Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Tokyo travel is around July.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from New York to Tokyo is August, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from New York to Tokyo on September 15, 2026 with Air Canada, with prices starting at $801.
  • You can arrive at any of the following airports in Tokyo: Narita International Airport (NRT), and Haneda Airport (HND). Flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Haneda Airport (JFK-HND) are by far the most popular option for this route.
  • The time difference between Tokyo and New York is 14h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from New York to Tokyo is $944. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from New York to Tokyo is $1,823. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter New York and Tokyo, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • WestJet and ZIPAIRare the most popular budget airlines flying from New York to Tokyo. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Note: Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest price and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com displays flight cancellation and change policies for each flight ticket during the booking process, including fees and applicable conditions. Please check the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.