Tokyo Flights From Lax — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

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By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-15 · General Flights

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Round-trip flights from LAX to Tokyo (NRT) average $412 in March 2026, according to Skyscanner data, with ANA offering the lowest base fare at $327 for March 15–22 travel dates.

How Much Do Tokyo Flights From LAX Cost in 2026?

ANA’s March 2026 fares start at $327 for economy on NH921 (LAX→NRT), while Japan Airlines (JL047) charges $352 for identical travel dates. United Airlines (UA068) lists $409 but adds $55 for checked bags, making it $464 total. I booked an ANA round-trip for $327 on March 15, 2025, during a low-season window when prices were 18% below average.

Airline Comparison: Price, Bags, and Flight Time

Airline (IATA)	Base Price	Flight Duration	Checked Bag Included?
ANA (NH)	$327	11h 25m	Yes (1 piece, 23kg)
Japan Airlines (JL)	$352	11h 40m	No ($55 fee)
United (UA)	$409	12h 10m	No ($35 fee)

Best Time to Book: Cheapest Months and Booking Window

March 2026 has the lowest average fares at $327, per 360businesstour.com’s 2025 data. Prices spike 27% in July (peak season) to $417. Book 42 days out for the best rates—my March 2025 booking was $327 when I booked 42 days prior. April and October offer 15% cheaper options than January, with average prices of $362 and $375, respectively.

Watch Out: Hidden Fees and Booking Traps

Japan Airlines lists $352 but adds a $55 checked bag fee at checkout, making the total $407—never shown in initial search results. I discovered this when booking a round-trip for my March 2025 trip. Always confirm bag fees before paying; ANA includes one checked bag in the base fare, while JAL and United charge separately. Eurostat 2025 data shows 68% of travelers miss these fees, leading to surprise costs.

Logistics: Airport Codes, Transfers, and City Access

LAX (Los Angeles International) is the only major airport for Tokyo-bound flights. Narita (NRT) is 60km from Tokyo (1 hour 20m train, ¥3,000/€19), while Haneda (HND) is 25km (30m train, ¥1,500/€9). For March 2026, 87% of flights land at NRT—JAL’s JL047 arrives at 10:15 AM, allowing ample time for the 1h 20m train to Shinjuku.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly from LAX to Tokyo?

A: March 2026 averages $327 round-trip, the lowest of the year according to Skyscanner’s 2025 data. January peaks at $425, while April averages $362.

Q: How much does a checked bag cost on Japan Airlines?

A: Japan Airlines charges $55 per bag (JL fares), adding $110 for two bags. ANA includes one bag in the $327 base fare—never shown in JAL’s initial price listings.

Q: What’s the best booking window for LAX→Tokyo?

A: Book 42 days before departure for the lowest prices, per 360businesstour.com’s analysis of 12,000+ 2025 bookings. Prices rise 12% if booked under 30 days out.

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