Flying from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport (HND): what you need to know
Los Angeles has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport (HND) leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Approximately 11 hours 58 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport.
Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Haneda Airport is located in Tokyo, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Haneda Airport (HND), with 581 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to HND is the 00:05 ANA (All Nippon Airways) option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 23:40 with American Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to HND.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as summer and spring break will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can hop on a direct flight from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport (HND) out of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
These are some of the most popular airlines operating direct flights from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport departing from LAX:
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Los Angeles to HND that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers between LAX and HND include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
From the centre of Los Angeles, LAX is around 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a handy hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport (HND)? Browse the fares departing from Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
When leaving from VNY, you can pick from a range of airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Book a seat on a direct flight from Los Angeles to HND with any of these:
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport, check out these options when heading out from Van Nuys Airport:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can get to VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Los Angeles to HND, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Van Nuys Airport:
About Haneda Airport (HND)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near HND:
Getting from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo
Haneda Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport (HND)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport is 339 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 621 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Los Angeles to HND.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport (HND)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport. June is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Tokyo. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Los Angeles to HND sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 29ºC.
Visit in February for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Haneda Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are leading attractions which should be on every Tokyo itinerary.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
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