Travelling from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Tokyo. Explore your options departing from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) when planning your flight from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
The average length of a direct Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport flight is 13 hours 5 minutes.
New York is 14 hours behind Tokyo. Newark Liberty International Airport is located in New York, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Take your pick of 7 direct services each week. United Airlines operates a 5:45pm departure between HND and EWR.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tokyo to EWR, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like March or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) leave from this terminal.
When leaving from HND, you can take a direct flight from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport with United Airlines.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with United between HND and EWR.
With 68.33% of its services landing on schedule, United is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Tokyo to EWR leaving from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Tokyo to HND takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Tokyo Haneda International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the departures from Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can book a direct Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) plane ticket with departures from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). See if flying from NRT works better for your plans.
Catch your direct flight from Tokyo to EWR with United Airlines. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of NRT.
On the NRT to EWR route, United is the top airline in terms of bookings.
When punctuality matters most, go with United. It has an on-time performance of 80.0% for flights between Tokyo Narita International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport.
Break up your flight from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Tokyo Narita International Airport and EWR are:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can arrive at NRT from central Tokyo in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Tokyo Narita International Airport the day before your Tokyo to EWR flight:
73% of flights departing Tokyo Narita International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
If you have a late flight from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near EWR:
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport flight.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
Getting from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to central New York
The centre of New York is about 14 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
$608 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport. Return flights start from $1,152. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Tokyo to EWR by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to visit New York. July is when most people book flights from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Tokyo to EWR plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Newark Liberty International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art are major attractions which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced New York. Around 121 kilometres away to the southwest, its top attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United States, consider Baltimore, about 257 kilometres southwest of New York. National Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place are highlights.