2 airlines fly nonstop from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Narita International Airport. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (Houston) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo).
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Zipair Tokyo | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | NRT Narita International Airport |
| United Airlines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | NRT Narita International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
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 |
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for tourist stays under 90 days in Japan.
Tokyo is 15 hours ahead of Houston in January and 14 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Tokyo uses the Japanese yen (JPY).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Zipair Tokyo and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
About 6,629 miles (10,669 km) between the airports.
Tokyo is 15 hours ahead of Houston in January and 14 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for tourist stays under 90 days in Japan.
Keisei Skyliner to Nippori (fastest journey, from Terminal 2/3), about 36 minutes.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.