Houston (IAH) to Tokyo (NRT)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 6,630

miles

10,669

kilometers

5,761

nautical miles

🕐 13h 8m

Flight Time

🧭 NW (318°)

Direction

🌍 +15h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	6,630	+3,978	10,608 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	6,630	+3,978	10,608 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	6,630	+3,315	9,945 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	6,630	+3,315	9,945 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	6,630	+6,630	13,260 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	6,630	+3,315	9,945 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Tokyo, your watch will be 15 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The IAH to NRT route connects Houston, United States with Tokyo, Japan. This long-haul flight covers 6,630 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United States to Japan. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 318° from Houston. There is a 15 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About IAH

George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport

George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) serves Houston, United States.

🛬 About NRT

Narita International Airport

Narita International Airport (NRT) serves Tokyo, Japan.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport to Narita International Airport is 6,630 miles (10,669 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from IAH to NRT typically take around 13h 8m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 6,630 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.