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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.R 5,906 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Tokyo Narita on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,906, select.
New York.R 5,934 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,934, select.
New York.R 6,533 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Tokyo Narita on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,533, select.
New York.R 7,670 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,670, select.
New York.R 7,930 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Tokyo Haneda on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,930, select.
New York.R 7,930 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Tokyo Haneda on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,930, select.
New York.R 7,932 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Zipair, departs from Tokyo Narita on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,932, select.
New York.R 7,941 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Tokyo Haneda on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,941, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy flights are currently cheapest in February.
Jan
from R 6,533
Feb
from R 5,906
Mar
from R 5,934
Apr
from R 7,670
May
from R 8,610
Jun
from R 7,932
Jul
from R 9,156
Aug
from R 10,002
Sep
from R 9,131
Oct
from R 9,131
Nov
from R 9,113
Dec
from R 9,095

Direct flights from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy

Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Tokyo to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York John F. Kennedy.

Tokyo to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,906
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time12 hrs, 56 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week139

Finding cheap flights from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy is R 11,595. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy.
Japan Airlines, American Airlines and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy.
As of January 2026, there are 139 flights per week flying from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy.
The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tokyo to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 56 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York John F. Kennedy but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know

  • Tokyo has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) taking off from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • Around 13 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is 13 hours behind Tokyo.

  • With 35 direct flights a week between the two airports, Haneda Airport (HND) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the busiest route. ANA operates the earliest flight at 10:50am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from HND to JFK is with ANA at 10:55pm.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from Tokyo to JFK. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) leaving from Haneda Airport (HND).

  • Popular carriers that offer direct flights from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport departing HND include:

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with JAL from HND to JFK.

  • American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 72.68% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Tokyo to JFK. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Haneda Airport (HND). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • HND is around 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Haneda Airport:

  • When it comes to Haneda Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.52% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Narita International Airport and JFK:

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Depending on road traffic, you can drive to NRT from central Tokyo in around 1 hour. The airport is approximately 64 kilometres away.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Tokyo to JFK flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Narita International Airport:

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70.53%.

  • You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to JFK if you're catching a late flight from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's main sights.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around two weeks before your Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.

  • The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

  • Central New York is roughly 19 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport is R 5,906. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 11,595. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Book six months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tokyo to JFK.

  • November is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Tokyo to JFK is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a price drop.

  • Find an affordable flight from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). July is the most popular month to visit New York. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in May.

  • The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Tokyo to JFK plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about New York

  • Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tokyo to John F. Kennedy International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:

  • You'll find loads of awesome things to do in New York when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Central Park followed by Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty.

Explore more of the United States

  • Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Around 290 kilometres south-west of New York, Baltimore is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.

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