Cheap flights from Chicago to Japan

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Flying from Chicago to Japan

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Cheapest flight ticket found	RM1,716
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	13 hrs, 35 mins
Places to go	78
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	150

Cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Japan

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Chicago to Japan flight deals

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Japan? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM3,736. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.

Tokyo.RM1,716 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,716, select.

Osaka.RM1,797 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,797, select.

Okinawa.RM1,945 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Okinawa Naha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,945, select.

Sapporo.RM2,083 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,083, select.

Nagoya.RM2,186 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Nagoya Chubu Centrair.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,186, select.

Misawa.RM2,502 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Misawa.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,502, select.

Tokyo.RM2,506 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan.One-way flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound direct flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways) departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,506, select.

Takamatsu.RM2,524 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Takamatsu.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,524, select.

Iwakuni.RM2,595 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Iwakuni.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,595, select.

Fukuoka.RM2,632 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Fukuoka.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,632, select.

Kumamoto.RM3,147 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Kumamoto.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,147, select.

Miyazaki.RM3,163 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov.One-way flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Miyazaki.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,163, select.

Hiroshima.RM3,173 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Hiroshima International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,173, select.

Sendai.RM3,182 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with EVA Air.Outbound indirect flight with EVA Air, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Sendai.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,182, select.

Yamagata.RM3,873 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 May.One-way flight with Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 18 May, arriving in Yamagata.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,873, select.

Kagoshima.RM4,406 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Mar.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Kagoshima.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,406, select.

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Airlines with direct flights from Chicago to Japan

Alternative Chicago to Japan routes

Compare flight prices from airports across Japan. If you're flexible, you might find a cheaper flight or a faster route from a different airport.

Flights from Chicago to Japan FAQs

What is the cheapest flight to Japan from Chicago?

The cheapest flight from Chicago to Japan costs RM3,661.

Explore the different prices of flights from Chicago to Japan and find the best option for you.

When is it the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Japan?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Japan is August. See if any of these flights in August suit you.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Japan flight route?

We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from Chicago to Japan is Chicago to Tokyo Haneda. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from RM3,661.

Take a look at Chicago to Tokyo Haneda flights.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Japan?

The average flight time from Chicago to Japan is 13 hours and 29 minutes.

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Japan from Chicago?

Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to Japan from Chicago is Philippine Airlines.

Explore Philippine Airlines flight ticket options today.

If this airline doesn't suit you, the second cheapest airline is Japan Airlines.

Cheapest flights to Japan from Chicago

How to find cheap flights from Chicago to Japan

Pick up a return flight from Chicago to Japan from RM3,661, the cheapest price currently available.
That fare gets you from Chicago into Tokyo Haneda in Tokyo.
RM1,716 is the lowest price available for a one-way journey.
Want to let the lowest fares decide where you head to next? Select 'Japan' in the 'To' field to find the cheapest deals by city.
With around 35 international airports, Japan has plenty of arrival options.
Broaden your search by choosing 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the airports closest to both your departure and destination points, which could help you cut costs.
The sooner you book, the better. Fares are more likely to go up as your departure date gets closer, not fall.
Stay one step ahead of every fare change. Download the Skyscanner app, create a Price Alert, and we'll send you updates when prices rise or drop.

Best time to fly from Chicago to Japan

If saving money matters, August is usually the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Chicago to Japan.
In general, flying in the middle of the week is a simple way to save. Tuesdays and Wednesdays often mean cheaper prices.
April, May and August are the most popular months to travel to Japan. April leads the way, making it a good time to visit if you want the most going on.
Alternatively, avoid the peak season surge by checking out flights in January, February and March. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.

Flights from Chicago to Japan: what to expect

When flying from Chicago, you can leave from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).
From Chicago, you can fly nonstop to around two airports across Japan.
Roughly 34 direct flights connect Chicago with cities across Japan every week.
These are the top airlines that fly this route:
When it comes to the most popular routes from Chicago to Japan, Tokyo is an easy favourite.
The average journey on this route comes in at around 13 hours 20 minutes.

Popular places to visit in Japan

Tokyo

Located in Kantō, this city is a popular destination for Chicago to Japan flights. TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street are essential stops for first-time visitors.
Tokyo's major airports are Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). You'll find some excellent flight deals between the two.
When you're ready to find a place to rest your head, explore the range of hotels in Tokyo.

Osaka

Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan are an ideal introduction to the highlights in this Kansai city.
You can arrive in the city through Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX), Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM) and Kobe Airport (UKB).
The same magic that drives our flight search can also help you find the most competitive room rates around. Use it to compare prices and availability across hotels in Osaka.

Fukuoka

Well-known attractions to cross off while you're in this corner of Kyushu-Okinawa include Itsukushima Shrine, Momochi Seaside Park and Ohori Park.
You can fly into the city through its main airport, Fukuoka Airport (FUK).
From fly-in, fly-out trips to longer stays, hotels in Fukuoka cater to all kinds of budgets and styles.

Visiting Japan for the first time? Here's what you need to know

Know the entry rules before you go. Rules can change depending on your passport and reason for travel. Always check with official sources like your airline or embassy websites.
The local currency is the Japanese yen (JPY). You can pay by credit card at large businesses, but this does not always work beyond them.
The population of Japan is estimated at about 120 million. Tokyo is the capital.
You won't have to adjust your watch while travelling around this destination, with only one standard time zone of UTC+9 inches place.
Pick the season that matches how you like to explore, whether that's cooler, hotter or somewhere in between. August is one of the warmest months in Japan.
Time your visit for around January if you prefer to be there when it's cooler.
May tends to be the driest month, while January has the most rain.
The Kyoto Gion Matsuri grand procession, Cherry Blossom (Sakura) Season and the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri parade are some of the biggest events here. Think about booking your Chicago to Japan flight around moments like these for a travel experience beyond the ordinary.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

With your cheap flight from Chicago to Japan booked, it's now time to plan the rest of your travels. Discover the best prices and places to suit every budget across hotels in Japan. You can also check out car rental options in Japan and compare offers from top providers in seconds.