How far is Los Angeles (LAX) from Tokyo (NRT)?

The distance from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo (NRT) is 5,487 miles (8,829 km).

How Long Is the Flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo (NRT)?

Q: How long is the flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo (NRT)?

The direct flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo (NRT) takes approximately 11 hours 30 minutes. The return flight takes 10 hours.

Direct flight time: 11 hours 30 minutes · 5,487 miles

Flight Time Details

LAX → NRT

11 hr 30 min

NRT → LAX

10 hr

Distance

5,487 mi

8,829 km

Time Difference

+17 hr

Arrival Time Planner

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Westbound to Tokyo is longer. You cross the International Date Line — arrive 'tomorrow' but gain a day returning.

Airlines Flying This Route

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That Flight Time Is Equivalent To...

🎬 Watching 6 average-length movies
📖 Reading 15 chapters of a novel
🎵 Listening to 197 songs
😴 Getting 8 hours of (uncomfortable) sleep
🚗 Driving 748 miles at highway speed

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo (NRT)?

The direct flight takes approximately 11 hours 30 minutes. The return flight (NRT → LAX) takes 10 hours due to wind patterns.

What is the time difference?

Tokyo (NRT) is 17 hours ahead of Los Angeles (LAX). Use the arrival planner above to calculate your local arrival time.

Why is the return flight a different length?

Jet stream winds blow west-to-east at 100-200 mph at cruising altitude. Eastbound flights get a tailwind (shorter), while westbound flights face a headwind (longer).

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