Los Angeles to Tokyo Flights
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo (TYO) connect United States and Japan. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,753 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include LAX and TYO, NRT, HND. The reverse route is Tokyo to Los Angeles. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Los Angeles, United States
- Destination
- Tokyo, Japan
- Distance
- 8,753 km
- Typical duration
- about 12 hours
- Origin codes
- LAX
- Destination codes
- TYO, NRT, HND
- Primary keyword
- flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo
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Route overview
Los Angeles to Tokyo is a city-pair air route between United States and Japan. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are LAX and TYO. Related codes: LAX → TYO, NRT, HND.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,753 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Tokyo airports and metro codes: TYO, NRT, HND.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Tokyo to Los Angeles, other destinations from Los Angeles, and other origins into Tokyo.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Tokyo?
Direct flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo typically take about 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Los Angeles to Tokyo?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles and Tokyo is approximately 8,753 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo?
Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX). Tokyo is commonly searched with code TYO (related: TYO, NRT, HND).
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Tokyo?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Tokyo to Los Angeles?
The reverse city pair is Tokyo to Los Angeles. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,753 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Los Angeles to Tokyo route connect?
This route connects United States (Los Angeles) with Japan (Tokyo).