Flying from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Los Angeles has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport (NRT) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport is 11 hours 36 minutes.
Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo. The city operates in the UTC+9 timezone and is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. There are 48 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Singapore Airlines at 14:20. Choose the first LAX to NRT departure operated by Zipair at 10:30 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to NRT, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Get there in one go from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport (NRT) are available from here.
Multiple airlines at LAX offer direct flights from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport. Some of the most popular are:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from Los Angeles to NRT leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 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)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
LAX is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) operates direct flights from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport (NRT).
Numerous airlines offer direct flights from Los Angeles to NRT out of VNY. Book your favourite seat with one of these carriers and you'll get there before you know it:
Split up your flight from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and NRT are:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
VNY is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 34 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Los Angeles to NRT, unwind in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
Narita International Airport to the centre of Tokyo is about 58 minutes by car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport (NRT)
ج.م. 13,001 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 26,386. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 1 month before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Los Angeles to NRT.
October is the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport (NRT)
April is the quietest time to fly to Tokyo. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Tokyo. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Los Angeles to NRT sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 29ºC.
Visit in February if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Los Angeles to Narita International Airport.
More about Tokyo
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Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just two of the major attractions to add to your Tokyo travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
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