Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): what you need to know
Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of Phoenix and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Your PHX to HND flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PHX and HND include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PHX reach their destination on time.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near PHX:
Arriving at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Reserve a hotel near HND if you're catching a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and see more of Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Tokyo Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
April is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Tokyo in March.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Tokyo Haneda Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHX to HND sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. About 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without experiencing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.