Narita to Anchorage (NRT–ANC) — 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.
NRT–ANC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. The flight covers 3,426 miles in approximately 6h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNK CNK | 1 | CL60 | 6h54 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Anchorage from Narita
| Metric | NRT→ANC | HND→ANC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from NRT | – | 37 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 30 | 1 |
| Flight time | 6h 54m | 6h 53m |
Travel Essentials
NRT: JST · ANC: AKDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Narita, it's 1:00 AM in Anchorage.
Japanese passport holders can enter the United States for up to 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) with an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. ESTA costs $21, is valid for 2 years, and allows multiple entries. You cannot extend a VWP stay or change immigration status. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for a B-1/B-2 visa at the US Embassy in Tokyo ($185 application fee).
ESTA asks for passport details, employment information, and security questions. Approval is usually instant but can take up to 72 hours. At US immigration, CBP officers may ask about your trip purpose, length of stay, and accommodation. Global Entry ($100, valid 5 years) gives you automated kiosks at major airports, skipping the main immigration line. Apply at ttp.cbp.dhs.gov and interview at the US Embassy Tokyo or at a US airport on arrival.
Direct flights from Tokyo Narita and Haneda to major US cities run 8 to 13 hours depending on the destination. ANA, JAL, United, Delta, American, Hawaiian Airlines, and Zipair operate dozens of daily frequencies. Los Angeles is about 10 hours, New York about 13 hours. The US uses the US dollar, trading at roughly 0.0065 USD per JPY. No vaccination requirements. Mobile Passport Control (MPC) app is an alternative to Global Entry for faster processing at 30+ US airports, free to use.
The Narita Express (N'EX) runs from Tokyo Station to Narita Airport in 60 minutes, with stops at Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Yokohama (¥3,070 one-way from Tokyo; discounted round-trip tickets available). Keisei Skyliner from Ueno takes 41 minutes to Terminal 1 (¥2,570); the faster option from east-side Tokyo. Keisei Limited Express is slower (80 min) but cheaper at ¥1,290.Limousine buses depart from major Tokyo hotels and stations for ¥3,200 and take 75–105 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis are extremely expensive (¥20,000–30,000+); avoid unless cost is no concern. The airport is 60 km from central Tokyo.
NRT–ANC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NRT to ANC
Narita International Airport (NRT) and Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) are connected by nonstop service. With 30 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
NRT to ANC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NRT to ANC is about 6 hours 54 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,426 miles (5,513 km). There are approximately 30 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 34 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Incheon, Shanghai Pudong and Taiwan Taoyuan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tokyo (HND).