Los Angeles International to Narita International
5439 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 11h 20m with 6 airlines operating direct service from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Narita International (NRT). Cheapest fares are usually in Jun (around $689 return), with peak prices in Jun (around $689). Departures on a Tuesday tend to undercut weekend prices on this corridor.
Flying from Los Angeles International
Los Angeles International spreads across nine terminals arranged in a U around the central hub, with the inter-terminal LAX-it shuttle and the new Automated People Mover (opening late 2026) connecting them. Metro Rail does not yet enter the airport directly — the K Line shuttle and FlyAway bus to Union Station are the rail-adjacent options. American, Delta, United, Southwest and Alaska all run major operations here; international long-haul fills T2 and the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Narita International is 60 km east of central Tokyo, with the Narita Express train reaching Tokyo Station in 53 minutes for ¥3,070. ANA, Japan Airlines, United, Delta and American operate the US-Tokyo corridor; Haneda (HND) increasingly handles new US-Tokyo capacity for shorter ground transfers. Cherry blossom season (late March–early April) is peak demand; January and August are the cheapest from US bases.
Who flies LAX to NRT?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| ANA | NH | 11h 20m | Economy |
| Japan Airlines | JL | 11h 20m | Economy |
| American Airlines | AA | 11h 20m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 11h 20m | Economy |
| United Airlines | UA | 11h 20m | Economy |
| Singapore Airlines | SQ | 11h 20m | Economy |
6 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Best time to fly LAX→NRT
Synthesised from 12-month price aggregates. Cheapest months in green, peak in red.
Estimated baseline. Prices update on a 30-day cadence as Travelpayouts data refreshes. Cheapest day-of-week typically Tuesday.
Los Angeles to Tokyo FAQs
Direct flights from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Narita International (NRT) take approximately 11h 20m for the 5439-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
Jun is typically the cheapest month on this route, with one-way fares from $583. Jun is the peak — expect prices 2–3× higher. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best fares; last-minute prices on this corridor rise sharply inside two weeks of departure.
6 carriers operate direct service from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Narita International (NRT): ANA, Japan Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and 1 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — ANA typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
Visa-free for US passport holders up to 90 days. JESTA electronic authorisation phase-in expected by 2030. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
Narita International (NRT) is the primary international airport for Tokyo. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.