How Many Miles to Fly to Tokyo | ANA, JAL, Alaska & Flying Blue Rates

How Many Miles to Fly to Tokyo?

Tokyo has two major international airports — Haneda (HND) and Narita (NRT) — with a combined 13,797 live award deals. Economy starts from 31,000 Flying Blue miles one-way. For business class, ANA "The Room" at 90,000 Virgin Atlantic miles round-trip is one of the best award values in existence.

Key Award Rates to Tokyo (HND/NRT)

Program Economy OW Business OW/RT Notes
Flying Blue31k–45k75k+ OWAir France/KLM routing via CDG/AMS
Alaska Mileage Plan35k–45k60k+ OWJAL, Cathay, British Airways partners
Virgin Atlantic (ANA)45k–60k90k RTANA "The Room" — world class
AAdvantage (JAL)35k–50k60k OWJAL business class, book at aa.com
United MileagePlus (ANA)40k–55k88k RTANA Star Alliance partner

Top Tokyo Award Deals Right Now

Premium Economy: 50,000 Alaska Mileage Plan pts
Haneda · Score: 100/100 · +$18 taxes
Business: 87,000 Flying Blue pts
Haneda · Score: 100/100 · +$34 taxes
Premium Economy: 100,000 Alaska Mileage Plan pts
Haneda · Score: 100/100 · +$73 taxes
Business: 174,000 Flying Blue pts
Haneda · Score: 100/100 · +$101 taxes
Business: 174,000 Flying Blue pts
Haneda · Score: 100/100 · +$101 taxes
Business: 174,000 Flying Blue pts
Haneda · Score: 100/100 · +$101 taxes

The ANA "The Room" Sweet Spot

ANA's "The Room" business class is widely rated the world's best — fully enclosed suite with a closing door. The Virgin Atlantic sweet spot is legendary in the points community:

HND vs NRT: Which Airport?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many miles to fly to Tokyo?
Economy awards to Tokyo start from about 31,000 Flying Blue or 35,000 Alaska Mileage Plan miles one-way. ANA business class is bookable for 90,000 Virgin Atlantic miles round-trip — one of the best values in premium award travel.
What is the best program for Tokyo awards?
For economy: Flying Blue at 31,000 miles OW. For business class: Virgin Atlantic at 90,000 miles RT on ANA is the legendary sweet spot. AAdvantage at 60,000 OW for JAL business class is also strong.
What is the difference between Haneda (HND) and Narita (NRT)?
Haneda is closer — 30 min to central Tokyo. Narita takes 60–80 minutes. Most travelers prefer HND for convenience. American, United, Delta, JAL, and ANA all fly nonstop to Haneda.
Can I book ANA business class with points?
Yes. ANA "The Room" business class is bookable with Virgin Atlantic miles at 90,000 RT, United MileagePlus at 88,000 RT, or ANA Mileage Club own miles. Book early — ANA releases award space 355 days in advance.
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