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Flights from Tokyo to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from Tokyo (NRT) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 11h 26m (8,753 km). ZIPAIR and Japan Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $335 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Los Angeles

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Airlines flying Tokyo to Los Angeles

Carriers on NRT–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ ZIPAIRnonstop fare seen✈ Japan Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Tokyo to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $329 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$50729 Oct 2026$458 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$41110 Nov 2026 · ZIPAIR—
Dec 2026$32917 Dec 2026 · ZIPAIR—
Jan 2027$45418 Jan 2027 · ZIPAIR—
Feb 2027$42722 Feb 2027 · ZIPAIR—
Mar 2027$42517 Mar 2027 · ZIPAIR$391 · 1 stop18 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$4978 Apr 2027 · ZIPAIR—
Jun 2027$49320 Jun 2027 · ZIPAIR—
Jul 2027$49110 Jul 2027 · ZIPAIR—
Aug 2027$47921 Aug 2027 · ZIPAIR—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $329 in December 2026, against $411 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 2 of 2 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Tokyo to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Tokyo to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 11h 26m, covering 8,753 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 Tokyo from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between Narita International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport is 8,753 km (5,439 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Tokyo to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the NRT–LAX route include ZIPAIR 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 Tokyo to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on NRT–LAX was $335 USD with ZIPAIR (nonstop), departing 16 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 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 Tokyo to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $329 one-way, against $497 for April 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Japan to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA 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 Los Angeles?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 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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