Los Angeles to Misawa (LAX–MSJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Los Angeles to Misawa
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 5,208 mi 10h 40m nonstop +16h ahead 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LAX and MSJ, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to MSJ.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
ANC ~12h 48m HNL ~15h 44m ORD ~17h 7m SEA ~26h 46m HND ~27h 56m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
42
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LAX → MSJ
79%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
79%
Return
MSJ → LAX
91%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
91%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LAX delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+16h
Misawa is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · MSJ: JST

When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 10:00 AM (next day) in Misawa.
Distance & Flight Time
5,208 mi / 8,381 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 10h 40m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to LAX

FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.

Facts

LAX–MSJ Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Los Angeles to Misawa route.
Route details
Distance5,208 mi / 8,381 km
Flight time10h 40m
Time difference+16 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: MSJ
Full nameMisawa Airport / Misawa Air Base
IATA / ICAOMSJ / RJSM
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Elevation119 ft / 36 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LAX to MSJ flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Misawa Airport / Misawa Air Base take approximately 10h 40m. The route covers 5,208 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LAX to MSJ.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ANC, HNL, ORD, SEA and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Misawa is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LAX to MSJ

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Misawa Airport / Misawa Air Base (MSJ) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LAX to MSJ Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LAX to MSJ ranges from 10 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,208 miles (8,381 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via ANC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.