New York to Narita (JFK–NRT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
JFK–NRT had nonstop service from Cathay Pacific, Korean Air and Xiamen Air, last on the schedule in September 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 6,730 miles in 13h 28m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – | |
| KE Korean Air | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| MF Xiamen Air | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Narita from New York
| Metric | JFK→NRT | EWR→NRT |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 3 |
| Weekly flights | – | 7 |
| Flight time | 13h 28m | 14h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · NRT: JST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 7:00 AM (next day) in Narita.
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.
Keisei Skyliner (41 min to Ueno, ¥2,570) and Narita Express (N'EX, 60 min to Tokyo Station, ¥3,070) are the primary train options. Limousine buses serve major hotels throughout Tokyo, Yokohama, and even Osaka for ¥3,200–¥6,000. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are connected by free shuttle bus; Terminal 3 (LCC) is a 15-minute walk or shuttle from Terminal 2.
Rental car desks are in the arrivals halls. Highway Bus (cheaper than limousine) is available to many cities. IC card (Suica/Pasmo) works on Keisei and JR lines from NRT at standard fares.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–September) are hot, very humid, and subject to the rainy season (tsuyu) in June–July, followed by typhoon season peaking in August–October. Typhoons can close Narita for 12–24 hours. The airport is particularly exposed on the Chiba plain. Temperatures reach 28–34°C.
Winters (December–February) are cool and dry at 3–10°C with clear skies. This is the most reliable flying season. Snow is infrequent but causes significant disruption when it occurs. The Kanto plain is ill-equipped for heavy snowfall. Spring (late March–April) is mild.
JFK–NRT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to NRT
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Narita International Airport (NRT) had nonstop service from Cathay Pacific, Korean Air and Xiamen Air, last on the schedule in September 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
JFK to NRT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to NRT is about 13 hours 28 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,730 miles (10,830 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago O'Hare, Boston Logan and Toronto Pearson. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).