Travelling from Tokyo to Houston: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Tokyo. Check out your options departing from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) when booking your flight from Tokyo to Houston.
Arrive in Houston at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
Around 12 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Tokyo to Houston flight.
Houston's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Houston 15 hours behind Tokyo.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Tokyo to Houston with ANA at 10:25. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from HND to IAH is with ANA at 10:50.
To ensure you catch your Tokyo to Houston flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Houston
To pick up cheap Tokyo to Houston flights, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Houston taking off from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). Start your journey at HND and touch down at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH).
Lock in your Tokyo to Houston plane tickets with ANA. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from HND.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Tokyo to Houston flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Tokyo Haneda Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Travelling from central Tokyo to HND takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Tokyo Haneda Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Tokyo to Houston or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Tokyo Haneda Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Houston out of Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Nonstop services from NRT will get you to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH).
You can book a direct Tokyo to Houston plane ticket with United Airlines. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of NRT.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Tokyo to Houston flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Tokyo Narita Airport and Houston:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
NRT is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Tokyo to Houston, take it easy in one of these hotels near Tokyo Narita Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Tokyo Narita Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73%.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Houston. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Explore without limits with a Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and chase adventure across Houston and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport about three weeks in advance of your Tokyo to Houston flight.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Tokyo to Houston has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is approximately 16 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
The trip will take about 50 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Tokyo to Houston, rest your head at a hotel close to HOU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a Houston Hobby Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Houston Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Tokyo to Houston. July is the busiest month for a trip to Houston. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in September.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Tokyo to Houston ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap flights from Tokyo to Houston around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Houston:
Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and Houston Museum of Natural Science are just two of the major attractions to put on your Houston itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
Houston has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
