What percentage of Tokyo to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, direct flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. accounted for 3.7% of all available flights. For journeys that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that the vast majority of travelers on this route typically experience at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.?

The direct flight from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. typically takes 12 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 10845 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging 24 hours and 44 minutes. This difference highlights the considerable time savings offered by direct routes.

Are non-stop flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. have been approximately 40% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $2004, while connecting flights had a median price of $1436. Direct flights represented a small portion of the routes, accounting for 5% of all options in the trailing 90 days.

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Tokyo to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

A typical journey from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. takes about 28h 45m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a substantial distance of 10,872 kilometers. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stop, the overall travel time reflects the need for connecting flights.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C., fares right now are above the typical level. Prices typically range from $1078–$2126, with a median of $1486. Currently, only 1% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding a lower fare might require flexibility or waiting for new deals. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable months to fly are typically May, with a median fare of $1163, followed by June at $1241, and November at $1245. These months offer lower median prices compared to the overall typical fare range for this route.

Most itineraries from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 3.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect at least one stop on your journey between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: ¥145,770 - ¥272,612

Prices for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is JPY 145,770 to JPY 272,612. The current lowest deal is JPY 145,195 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Sep 10-Sep 23.

now ¥145,195

Low ¥145,770

High ¥272,612

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Washington is May, with a median price of $1163. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2496. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from ¥1,163

December

Most Expensive

Flights from ¥2,496

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

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Sat, Aug 29

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NRT - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (NRT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air Premia

¥239,428

¥234,861

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (NRT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air Premia

¥237,768

¥235,179

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (HND) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

¥172,940

¥165,007

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (HND) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

¥168,447

¥165,007

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (HND) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

¥171,371

¥165,007

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (HND) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

¥171,744

¥181,079

One-way

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2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

¥233,952 → ¥193,138

17%

7 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 9

¥180,049 → ¥164,731

7 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 8

¥178,692 → ¥165,683

2 nights

Feb 25 - Feb 27

¥213,917 → ¥204,088

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Tokyo - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $1486.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest median prices.

Historically, May has the lowest median price at $1163 for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a median flight time of 28h 45m.

The median flight duration from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. is 28 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 3.7% of recent flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. are direct, with 1 stopover typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights.

All Nippon Airways is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Tokyo main airports to depart from

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Fly from Haneda for a potentially cheaper option to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~15 km from Tokyo (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$903

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Baltimore–Washington International Airport is a good option for flights to Washington, D.C. from Tokyo.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$903

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International offers an extensive network and carrier competition, often resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak)

💸 Flights from ~¥155,273

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1376. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $1510. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $1992.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. was considered to be $1078 or less. The median price for this route was $1486. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares historically being $2126 or less. This threshold helps travelers identify a favorable deal.

Historically, May has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $1163. June and November also offered competitive fares, with median prices of $1241 and $1245 respectively. The annual median price for this route was $1486, indicating that these months typically offer savings compared to the overall average.

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Tokyo to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: ¥145,770 - ¥272,612

Prices for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is JPY 145,770 to JPY 272,612. The current lowest deal is JPY 145,195 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Sep 10-Sep 23.

now ¥145,195

Low ¥145,770

High ¥272,612

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

May

Cheapest

Flights from ¥1,163

December

Most Expensive

Flights from ¥2,496

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (NRT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air Premia

¥239,428

¥234,861

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (NRT) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Air Premia

¥237,768

¥235,179

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (HND) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

¥172,940

¥165,007

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (HND) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

¥168,447

¥165,007

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (HND) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

¥171,371

¥165,007

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Washington, D.C.

Tokyo (HND) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

¥171,744

¥181,079

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

¥233,952 → ¥193,138

17%

7 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 9

¥180,049 → ¥164,731

7 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 8

¥178,692 → ¥165,683

2 nights

Feb 25 - Feb 27

¥213,917 → ¥204,088

Popular Airports to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Tokyo - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $1486.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest median prices.

Historically, May has the lowest median price at $1163 for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a median flight time of 28h 45m.

The median flight duration from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. is 28 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 3.7% of recent flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. are direct, with 1 stopover typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights.

All Nippon Airways is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Tokyo main airports to depart from

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Fly from Haneda for a potentially cheaper option to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~15 km from Tokyo (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$903

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Baltimore–Washington International Airport is a good option for flights to Washington, D.C. from Tokyo.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$903

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International offers an extensive network and carrier competition, often resulting in lower fares.

Washington, D.C., United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Cheap Flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

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Tokyo to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Tokyo - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in May for the lowest median prices.

Expect a median flight time of 28h 45m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Tokyo main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

When should I buy Tokyo to Washington, D.C. tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.?

What percentage of Tokyo to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.?

Are non-stop flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C. worth the extra cost?

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Tokyo to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.

Tokyo - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in May for the lowest median prices.

Expect a median flight time of 28h 45m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Tokyo main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

When should I buy Tokyo to Washington, D.C. tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Washington, D.C.?