Chicago to Tokyo (MDW–HND) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Tokyo
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 6,306 mi 11h 54m nonstop +14h ahead 102 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MDW and HND, connecting options are available through 102 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MDW to HND.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
102
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~39h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,190
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.

Other ways to reach Tokyo from Chicago

Nearby airports with service to Tokyo Haneda International Airport.
Metric MDW→HND ORD→HND
Distance from MDW 15 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 7
Weekly flights 1 42
Flight time 11h 54m 13h 14m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of MDW with service to Tokyo Haneda International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+14h
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Chicago.
MDW: CDT · HND: JST

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 8:00 AM (next day) in Tokyo.
Distance & Flight Time
6,306 mi / 10,149 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 11h 54m.
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.

Getting from HND

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.

Tokyo Climate

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.

MDW–HND Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Tokyo route.
Route details
Distance6,306 mi / 10,149 km
Flight time11h 54m
Time difference+14 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections102 hubs
Origin: MDW
IATA / ICAOMDW / KMDW
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr20.7M
Elevation620 ft / 189 m
Destination: HND
IATA / ICAOHND / RJTT
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Passengers/yr85.9M
Elevation35 ft / 11 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MDW to HND flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tokyo Haneda International Airport take approximately 11h 54m. The route covers 6,306 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MDW to HND.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JVL, PWK, LAS, GYR, PVU, BZN, TUL, RIW, PSP, PHX, SDF, CHA, ONT, APC, CPR, UDD, SBA, RBD, RNO, AGS, UST, TEB, PBI, PGA, HDN, CVG, ABQ, SAF, OKC, TUS, BJC, APA, CLL, RIL, DAL, EGE, OMA, COS, TRM, YVR, LGB, AUS, PWA, HCR, CLD, ADS, COU, SCF, VNY, SGR, SLC, NUQ, MEM, SNA, MSO, BUR, SAN, SUN, STS, SUS, CLE, DWH, STL, CPS, OAK, RIC, MRY, BFI, JAX, PDX, SAV, BOS, BCT, BNA, DEN, APF, MSY, ORL, PIE, MMU, SJC, ORD, YYZ, ALB, BDL, FLL, OPF, JFK, IAH, MIA, HOU, SFO, SEA, LAX, MSP, DTW, ATL, DFW, IAD, BIV, TRK and EWR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Tokyo is 14 hours ahead of Chicago.
Nearby alternatives include ORD. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MDW to HND

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MDW to HND Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MDW to HND ranges from 11 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,306 miles (10,149 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

102 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via JVL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD).