Bustling urban street in Shinjuku, Tokyo showcasing Japanese culture and vibrant billboards. — flights from Chicago to Tokyo
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Flights from Chicago to Tokyo

Nonstop flights from Chicago (ORD) to Tokyo (NRT) take about 13h 5m (10,073 km). All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $613 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Tokyo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Cathay Pacific plane on runway at Narita Airport, Tokyo, with terminal and control tower in view. — arriving in Tokyo

Airport transfer

NRT → Tokyo, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Chicago O'Hare →3 lounges at Chicago O'Hare AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresNRT to Tokyo: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Tokyo →88 drop-off points, from ¥270.00

Things to book in Tokyo

All 40 things to do in Tokyo →
from €8.46
Tokyo Tower 4.4 · 150 Tiqets reviews
from €2.82
The National Museum of Western Art 4.5 · 138 Tiqets reviews
from €15.23
Sumida Aquarium 4.4 · 103 Tiqets reviews
from €37.22
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo 4.9 · 29 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Chicago to Tokyo

Carriers on ORD–NRT according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ All Nippon Airwaysnonstop fare seen✈ Japan Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Chicago to Tokyo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $609 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $450. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Nov 2026$61327 Nov 2026 · All Nippon Airways$542 · 2 stops27 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$6096 Dec 2026 · All Nippon Airways$450 · 1 stop6 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$76129 Jan 2027 · All Nippon Airways$509 · 2 stops31 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$7071 Feb 2027$486 · 3 stops1 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $450 for December 2026, $486 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Chicago to Tokyo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Tokyo

Based on weather and travel conditions in Japan

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

Peak season: March – May, September – November

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Frequently asked questions — Chicago to Tokyo flights

How long is the flight from Chicago to Tokyo?
A nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Tokyo (NRT) takes about 13h 5m, covering 10,073 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Chicago from Tokyo by air?
The great-circle distance between Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Narita International Airport is 10,073 km (6,259 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Chicago to Tokyo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ORD–NRT route include All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Chicago to Tokyo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ORD–NRT was $613 USD with All Nippon Airways (nonstop), departing 27 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Tokyo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $450 one-way, against $542 for November 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Chicago to Tokyo?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $486 with 3 stops against $613 nonstop, a saving of $127. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Chicago to Japan?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Japan visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Tokyo?
Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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