Flying from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Long Beach, where Long Beach Airport is located. Tokyo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your LGB to Tokyo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your journey. When booking your plane ticket from LGB to Tokyo, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Denver International Airport (DEN) is one option.
The journey from central Long Beach to LGB takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near LGB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Long Beach Airport to Tokyo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Long Beach Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LGB land on schedule 83% of the time.
The address for LGB is 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Tokyo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Long Beach Airport to Tokyo flight is R 7,404. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 16,140. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LGB to Tokyo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Long Beach Airport to Tokyo ticket.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Long Beach Airport to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LGB to Tokyo.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Long Beach Airport to Tokyo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour or so.
After stepping off your LGB to Tokyo flight, kick back at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT will help you save.
The address for Tokyo Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Long Beach Airport to Tokyo. March is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
When booking your Long Beach Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGB to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Long Beach Airport to Tokyo:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you want to check out another side of Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are the start of reasons to visit.