Tokyo Haneda Airport
9 miles (15 km) from the city centre
| How | Route | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Train | Tokyo Monorail Haneda Express to Hamamatsucho (local trains take 24 minutes) | about 13m |
Flights from Chicago to Tokyo
3 airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Tokyo.
- Distance
- 6,299 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- +15h / +14h
- Nonstop airlines
- 3
Fares from Chicago to Tokyo
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| All Nippon Airways | ORD O'Hare International Airport | HND Tokyo Haneda Airport |
| United Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | HND Tokyo Haneda Airport |
| Japan Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | HND Tokyo Haneda Airport |
| Japan Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | NRT Narita International Airport |
| All Nippon Airways | ORD O'Hare International Airport | NRT Narita International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Tokyo
Narita International Airport
37 miles (60 km) from the city centre. 42.3 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Train | Keisei Skyliner to Nippori (fastest journey, from Terminal 2/3) | about 36m |
| Train | JR Narita Express between the airport and Tokyo Station | about 53m |
Before you go
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for tourist stays under 90 days in Japan.
Tokyo is 15 hours ahead of Chicago in January and 14 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Tokyo uses the Japanese yen (JPY).
Read the Tokyo guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Chicago to Tokyo?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Tokyo?
As of October 2026, All Nippon Airways, United Airlines and Japan Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Which airports do nonstop flights use?
Nonstop flights leave from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and arrive at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT).
How far is Tokyo from Chicago?
About 6,299 miles (10,138 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Tokyo is 15 hours ahead of Chicago in January and 14 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
Do I need a passport to fly to Tokyo?
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for tourist stays under 90 days in Japan.
How do I get from Tokyo Haneda Airport into Tokyo?
Tokyo Monorail Haneda Express to Hamamatsucho (local trains take 24 minutes), about 13 minutes.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.