Travelling from Houston to Tokyo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Houston. Explore your options departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) when searching for a flight from Houston to Tokyo.
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's major gateways.
Around 13 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Houston to Tokyo flight.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is 15 hours ahead of Houston.
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are nine departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Houston to Tokyo is with United Airlines at 11:00. Choose the first IAH to NRT departure operated by ZIPAIR Tokyo at 09:45 to maximise your time in Tokyo.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Houston to Tokyo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Tokyo
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Start your trip at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH), which offers multiple direct flights from Houston to Tokyo. From IAH, you can fly straight into Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
Top airlines that offer direct Houston to Tokyo plane tickets departing from IAH include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Houston to Tokyo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Tokyo, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Break up your Houston to Tokyo flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Houston Hobby Airport and Tokyo include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
HOU is about 16 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to Tokyo, unwind in one of these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport:
79% of flights departing Houston Hobby Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near HND if you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Houston to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
After your flight from Houston to Tokyo, tuck yourself in at a hotel near NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long taxi line. Pick up a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Tokyo Narita Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Tokyo, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Houston to Tokyo tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Houston to Tokyo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
TOKYO SKYTREE and Sensho-ji are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Tokyo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium.