Travelling from Tokyo to Chicago: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Tokyo to Chicago. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
When working out where to land in Chicago, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) are the primary gateways.
Around 11 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Tokyo to Chicago flight.
Chicago is 15 hours behind Tokyo and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 21 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Tokyo to Chicago is with United Airlines at 18:20. Opt for the first HND to ORD departure with ANA at 10:25 to make the most of your first day in Chicago.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Tokyo to Chicago flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Chicago
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Tokyo to Chicago flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Tokyo to Chicago.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Tokyo to Chicago flights.
Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
You can catch a direct flight from Tokyo to Chicago taking off from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). Start your trip at HND and end it at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
You'll have your choice of airlines that offer direct Tokyo to Chicago plane tickets out of HND. Claim your seat with one of these carriers:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing Tokyo to Chicago flights leaving from Tokyo Haneda Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Tokyo, HND can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Tokyo Haneda Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Chicago or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
77% of flights that take off from Tokyo Haneda Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Consider booking your direct flight from Tokyo to Chicago out of Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Nonstop connections from NRT will take you to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
JAL offers direct Tokyo to Chicago plane tickets from NRT. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
Split up your Tokyo to Chicago flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Tokyo Narita Airport and Chicago include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Tokyo to NRT in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Tokyo to Chicago, kick back in one of these hotels near Tokyo Narita Airport:
Tokyo Narita Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on time.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Chicago. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. After your flight from Tokyo to Chicago, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The trip will take approximately 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near MDW. Tuck yourself in after your Tokyo to Chicago flight at any of these well-located options:
Dollar, Hertz and Budget make picking up a Chicago Midway Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Chicago Midway Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford Airport (RFD) is roughly 129 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Tokyo to Chicago.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey time is around 2 hours.
Stay in control of the next part of your journey with a Chicago Rockford Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are reliable rental providers.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Tokyo to Chicago.
The street address for Chicago Rockford Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Tokyo to Chicago. July is the most popular month to travel to Chicago. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Tokyo to Chicago tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Chicago around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chicago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Chicago:
Millennium Park and The Art Institute of Chicago are a couple of major attractions to add to your Chicago itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 451 kilometres southeast to Columbus to check off its must-visit sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Columbus Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are among the biggest draws.
