Narita International Airport
RJAA, Narita, Japan
- Longest runway
- 16R/34L (13,123 ft)
- Customs
- Yes
About an hour to central Tokyo
Narita airport guide
Private Jet Charter to Tokyo
Private jets to Tokyo land at Narita, about an hour from the city, or at Haneda, which is closer but has very limited business-aviation slots.
- Main airport
- NRT / RJAA
- Elevation
- 141 ft
- Longest runway
- 16R/34L (13,123 ft)
- Customs
- On field
Flying Private to Tokyo
Narita has a business-aviation area and customs, and long runways for nonstop flights from the US West Coast.
Japan requires permits for private flights, which we arrange ahead of time.
Tokyo Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Before You Book Tokyo
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Permits
Private flights to Japan need advance permits; allow lead time.
Airport Choice
Narita for most trips; Haneda when a slot is available.
When Demand Peaks in Tokyo
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- Late March to early April
- Cherry blossom season.
- Fall
- Autumn foliage and steady business travel.
Flight Times and Prices to Tokyo
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to NRT for aircraft that fly the trip nonstop. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning. Estimate a different trip
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet | Ultra-long-range jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 6,710 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 14 hr 20 min1 fuel stopPrice on request |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 5,425 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 11 hr 5 min$138,000–$240,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 7,417 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 15 hr 45 min1 fuel stopPrice on request |
| Dallas (DAL) | 6,424 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 14 hr1 fuel stopPrice on request |
| Chicago (MDW) | 6,275 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 12 hr 35 min$156,500–$272,500 |
| Houston (HOU) | 6,649 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 14 hr 25 min1 fuel stopPrice on request |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 5,112 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 10 hr 30 min$130,500–$227,000 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 5,500 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 11 hr 15 min$140,000–$243,000 |
Best Aircraft for Tokyo
Ultra-long-range jets fly nonstop from the US West Coast; from the East Coast, expect a fuel stop or an ultra-long-range jet.
Tokyo Private Jet Questions
Can I fly private nonstop from Los Angeles to Tokyo?
Yes, in an ultra-long-range jet such as a Gulfstream G650 or Global 7500.
Which Tokyo airport is best for private jets?
Narita (NRT) has more space for business aviation; Haneda is closer to the city but slots are limited.
