Houston to Tokyo (IAH–HND) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAH–HND is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. All Nippon Airways leads the route. The flight covers 6,665 miles in approximately 13h 32m. Beyond nonstop, 59 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NH All Nippon Airways | 7 | 789 | 13h32 | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tokyo from Houston
| Metric | IAH→HND | HOU→HND | CLL→HND |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAH | – | 24 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 13h 32m | 10h 48m | 9h 35m |
| Departure OTP | 20% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAH: CDT · HND: JST
When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 8:00 AM (next day) in Tokyo.
US citizens enter Japan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business. No pre-registration required. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Complete the Visit Japan Web form online before arrival to speed up immigration and customs processing. Declare cash over JPY 1,000,000. Bringing meat, fruit, or plant products requires declaration; penalties for violations are strict.
IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.
Keikyu Line to Shinagawa (13 min, ¥310) and Tokyo Monorail to Hamamatsucho (18 min, ¥500) both connect to JR and Tokyo Metro networks. Terminal 3 (international) has direct access to both rail lines.Limousine buses serve Shinjuku, Shibuya, and major hotels (¥1,100, 40–60 min depending on traffic). Taxis to central Tokyo run ¥3,500–5,500. Haneda's proximity to Tokyo means ground transport is faster and cheaper than from Narita in virtually all cases.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–September) are hot and humid (28–35°C) with a rainy season in June and typhoons possible July through October. Typhoons occasionally divert or cancel flights, but direct hits on Tokyo are less frequent than farther south. Humidity peaks in July and August.
Winters are cold and dry (2–10°C) with occasional light snow. Even minor snowfall disrupts Tokyo's ground operations since the city is not equipped for winter road treatment. Spring (April) is pleasant but windy. Fall (October–November) offers the best flying conditions.
IAH–HND Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAH to HND
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) are connected by nonstop service from All Nippon Airways. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IAH to HND Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAH to HND ranges from 13 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,665 miles (10,725 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
59 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via PSP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Houston (HOU), College Station (CLL) and Austin (AUS).