Travelling from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT): What you need to know
Houston's main base, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
13 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight.
Tokyo is 15 hours ahead of Houston. Tokyo Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo, which is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is the busiest route, with 9 direct services each week. You can get from IAH to NRT on ZIPAIR Tokyo's 9:45am flight.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to NRT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
With more travellers during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like July Fourth.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
United Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport taking off from IAH.
United is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from IAH to NRT.
With an impressive 83.05% of services arriving as scheduled, United leads the way in punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Houston to NRT departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
79% of flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport. Check out these connections between Houston Hobby Airport and NRT:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 50 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to NRT flight:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Getting from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
Tokyo Narita International Airport is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
R 4,722 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport. A return flight starts from R 9,391. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to NRT. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
December is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT), while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Tokyo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Houston to NRT plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Houston to Tokyo Narita International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Nagoya is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 322 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
Toyohashi is another essential stop in Japan and is around 290 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without seeing Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari.