Tokyo to Chicago (HND–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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HND–ORD is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 6,291 miles in approximately 12h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JL Japan Airlines Also: MH | 7 | 773 | 12h | – | Oneworld | MH |
| NH All Nippon Airways Also: SQ, TG | 7 | 77W | 12h | – | Star Alliance | SQ, TG |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | 78X | 11h53 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Tokyo
| Metric | HND→ORD | NRT→ORD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HND | – | 37 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 42 | 33 |
| Flight time | 12h | 11h 29m |
Travel Essentials
HND: JST · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Tokyo, it's 4:00 AM in Chicago.
Japanese passport holders can enter the United States for up to 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) with an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years, and allows multiple entries. You cannot extend a VWP stay or change immigration status. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for a B-1/B-2 visa at the US Embassy in Tokyo ($185 application fee).
ESTA asks for passport details, employment information, and security questions. Approval is usually instant but can take up to 72 hours. At US immigration, CBP officers may ask about your trip purpose, length of stay, and accommodation. Global Entry ($100, valid 5 years) gives you automated kiosks at major airports, skipping the main immigration line. Apply at ttp.cbp.dhs.gov and interview at the US Embassy Tokyo or at a US airport on arrival.
Direct flights from Tokyo Narita and Haneda to major US cities run 8 to 13 hours depending on the destination. ANA, JAL, United, Delta, American, Hawaiian Airlines, and Zipair operate dozens of daily frequencies. Los Angeles is about 10 hours, New York about 13 hours. The US uses the US dollar, trading at roughly 0.0065 USD per JPY. No vaccination requirements. Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app is an alternative to Global Entry for faster processing at 30+ US airports, free to use.
Keikyu Line from Shinagawa reaches Haneda in 13 minutes (¥310). Tokyo Monorail from Hamamatsucho takes 15–22 minutes (¥500). Both run frequently from 5am to midnight. Haneda's central location makes it by far the most convenient Tokyo airport.Taxis from central Tokyo cost ¥3,500–5,500 depending on destination and traffic. Limousine buses serve major hotels and stations (¥600–1,100). Ride-shares (GO, S.RIDE) are growing in Japan. The airport is 14km from central Tokyo, significantly closer than Narita.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
HND–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HND to ORD
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways and United Airlines. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HND to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HND to ORD is about 12 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,291 miles (10,124 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 85 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ronald Reagan Washington National, Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Seattle–Tacoma. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Narita (NRT).