Cheap Flights from Chicago (CHIA) to Tokyo (NRT)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Tokyo Narita flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Chicago to Tokyo Narita

Chicago to Tokyo Narita: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago to Tokyo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tokyo Narita.

Chicago to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,056
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time13 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineANA (All Nippon Airways)
Average flights per week49

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Tokyo Narita: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Tokyo Narita is $1,056. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Tokyo Narita.
ANA (All Nippon Airways), Japan Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Chicago to Tokyo Narita.
As of July 2025, there are 49 flights per week flying from Chicago to Tokyo Narita.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Tokyo Narita is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Tokyo Narita Airport on Saturday, 23 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo Narita but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Chicago to Narita International Airport (NRT): What you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Narita International Airport (NRT). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.

  • Hop on a direct Chicago to Narita International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 13 hours 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is 14 hours ahead of Chicago. Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo.

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route, with 10 direct services every week. Travel from ORD to NRT on ANA's 10:30am flight.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Chicago to NRT. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • You can take a direct flight from Chicago to Narita International Airport (NRT) departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

  • When jetting out of ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Narita International Airport with ANA.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with ANA from ORD to NRT.

  • ANA ranks highest for on-time performance. A dependable 81.0% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.

  • We make it easy to book cheap flights from Chicago to NRT that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ORD and NRT include:

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

    • Calgary International Airport (YYC)

  • Located around 40 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago to Narita International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

  • 74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Narita International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Chicago Midway International Airport and NRT:

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to NRT flight:

  • Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.

  • MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • When booking your flight ticket from Chicago to Narita International Airport (NRT) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a pit stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), one of the busiest connection points on this route.

  • From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so on public transport.

  • Make catching an early Chicago to Narita International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.

  • The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

About Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • If you have a late flight from Chicago to Narita International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near NRT:

  • Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire are top providers you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Narita International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.

  • You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Narita International Airport is $528. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,056. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Snap up cheap flights from Chicago to NRT by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Chicago to Narita International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Chicago to NRT.

  • Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Chicago to Narita International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Narita International Airport (NRT). July is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.

  • When booking your Chicago to NRT flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Narita International Airport in February when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Tokyo

  • Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Narita International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Station and Fushimi Inari Daimyojin are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.

Explore more of Japan

  • Tokyo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Japan you should also see. Around 322 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Nagoya will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Nagoya Castle, Sakura Park and Atsuta Shrine.

  • Around 209 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, Shizuoka is another essential stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Kiyomizu-dera, Japanese Garden and Uomachi Inari Shrine.

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