Travelling from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND): What you need to know
Chicago's main base, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND).
Around 13 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport flight.
Tokyo Haneda International Airport is located in Tokyo. The city follows the UTC+9 timezone and is 15 hours ahead of Chicago.
The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), with 21 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from ORD to HND is the 1:05am JAL service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 5:45pm with ANA.
Your flight from Chicago to HND won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can jump on a direct flight from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) out of Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
You'll have your choice of airlines offering direct flights from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport leaving from ORD. Book your ticket with one of these:
J-Air is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from ORD to HND.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is ANA (All Nippon Airways).
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to HND departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport. Check out these connections between Chicago Midway International Airport and HND:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
MDW is about 16 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to HND flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
You can book a plane ticket from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) with a stopover. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a popular connection point.
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Consider booking a hotel near HND if you have a late flight from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport flight.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Getting from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
R 7,517 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport. A return flight starts from R 15,017. These fares may change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to HND. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), while March is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Tokyo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Chicago to HND plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Tokyo Haneda International Airport:
Tokyo Skytree and Fushimi Inari Daimyojin are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Tokyo must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sensho-ji.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey about 257 kilometres west to Nagoya to check off its must-visit sights. From Nagoya Castle to Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres west of Tokyo, Toyohashi is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari.