ANC
Anchorage
7h 17m direct
NRT
Tokyo
from $449
Cheapest one-way fare
2
Airlines on this route
3426 mi
Great-circle distance
7h 17m
Typical flight time
Compare prices on Ted Stevens Anchorage → Tokyo →
Comparing Alaska Airlines, Condor
Route summary

Ted Stevens Anchorage to Narita International

3426 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 7h 17m with 2 airlines operating direct service from Ted Stevens Anchorage (ANC) to Narita International (NRT). Cheapest fares are usually in January (around $449 return), with peak prices in August (around $1347). Departures on a Tuesday tend to undercut weekend prices on this corridor.

About this corridor

Flying from Ted Stevens Anchorage

Arriving in Tokyo

Tokyo Narita International is 60 km east of central Tokyo, with the Narita Express train reaching Tokyo Station in 53 minutes for ¥3,070. ANA, Japan Airlines, United, Delta and American operate the US-Tokyo corridor; Haneda (HND) increasingly handles new US-Tokyo capacity for shorter ground transfers. Cherry blossom season (late March–early April) is peak demand; January and August are the cheapest from US bases.

All airlines on this route

Who flies ANC to NRT?

Airline IATA Flight time Cabin
Alaska AirlinesAS7h 17mEconomy
CondorDE7h 17mEconomy

2 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.

Price calendar — 12 months

Best time to fly ANC→NRT

Synthesised from 12-month price aggregates. Cheapest months in green, peak in red.

Jan
$449
Feb
$577
Mar
$706
Apr
$834
May
$962
Jun
$1090
Jul
$1219
Aug
$1347
Sep
$1167
Oct
$988
Nov
$808
Dec
$629

Estimated baseline. Prices update on a 30-day cadence as Travelpayouts data refreshes. Cheapest day-of-week typically Tuesday.

Frequently Asked Questions

Anchorage to Tokyo FAQs

How long is a flight from Ted Stevens Anchorage to Tokyo? +

Direct flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage (ANC) to Narita International (NRT) take approximately 7h 17m for the 3426-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.

What's the cheapest month to fly ANC–NRT? +

January is typically the cheapest month on this route, with one-way fares from $449. August is the peak — expect prices 2–3× higher. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best fares; last-minute prices on this corridor rise sharply inside two weeks of departure.

Which airlines fly from Ted Stevens Anchorage to Tokyo? +

2 carriers operate direct service from Ted Stevens Anchorage (ANC) to Narita International (NRT): Alaska Airlines and Condor. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — Alaska Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.

Do I need a visa to visit Japan? +

Visa-free for US passport holders up to 90 days. JESTA electronic authorisation phase-in expected by 2030. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.

How far is Narita International from Tokyo centre? +

Narita International (NRT) is the primary international airport for Tokyo. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.