New York to Tokyo (JFK–HND) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
JFK–HND is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 6,758 miles in approximately 14h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JL Japan Airlines Also: LA, MH | 21 | 351, 35K, 789 | 14h20-14h25 | Oneworld | LA, MH | |
| NH All Nippon Airways Also: SQ, TG, UA | 14 | 77W | 14h-14h25 | Star Alliance | SQ, TG, UA | |
| AA American Airlines | 7 | 789 | 14h46 | Oneworld | – | |
| BA British Airways | 7 | 351 | 14h15 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tokyo from New York
| Metric | JFK→HND | TEB→HND | EWR→HND |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 8 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 91 | – | 7 |
| Flight time | 14h 20m | 12h 4m | 14h 35m |
| Departure OTP | 79% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · HND: JST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 7:00 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.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
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.
JFK–HND Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to HND
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) are connected by nonstop service from Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines and British Airways. With 91 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JFK to HND Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to HND is about 14 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,758 miles (10,875 km). There are approximately 91 weekly flights outbound and 70 return, totaling 161 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Minneapolis–Saint Paul, Chicago O'Hare and Toronto Pearson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), Newark (EWR) and White Plains (HPN).