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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 558. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Yamagata

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tokyo to Yamagata flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Tokyo to Yamagata

Tokyo to Yamagata: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Tokyo to Yamagata below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Yamagata.

Tokyo to Yamagata: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 261
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week67

Finding cheap flights from Tokyo to Yamagata: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Tokyo to Yamagata is AED 521. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour is the average flight time from Tokyo to Yamagata.
Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines and China Airlines fly direct from Tokyo to Yamagata.
There are 67 flights per week flying from Tokyo to Yamagata, as of March 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Yamagata is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport on Saturday, December 19, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Yamagata but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Yamagata is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Yamagata is Japan Airlines.

Flying from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ): What you need to know

  • Your boarding pass to adventure starts at Tokyo's main airport, Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND). Explore the options for catching a flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ) leaving from this base.

  • 1 hour is the average journey time for a direct Tokyo to Yamagata Airport flight.

  • Yamagata (where Yamagata Airport is located) and Tokyo share the UTC+9 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.

  • With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to Yamagata Airport (GAJ) is the most popular route. JAL operates the earliest flight at 7:20am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from HND to GAJ is with JAL at 5:40pm.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Tokyo to GAJ, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like March, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during high season in general.

Airports in Tokyo

Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

  • Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is a convenient option for traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ) leave from this terminal.

  • You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport with JAL. This top airline operates departures from HND.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between HND and GAJ is J-Air.

  • J-Air stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 82.79% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • HND is about 19 kilometers from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Tokyo Haneda International Airport:

  • Of the departures from Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.

  • HND's address is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • NRT is about 56 kilometers from central Tokyo. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Tokyo to GAJ flight? Relax in a hotel near Tokyo Narita International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • 73% of flights leaving Tokyo Narita International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

  • The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

About Yamagata Airport (GAJ)

Getting from Yamagata Airport (GAJ) to central Yamagata

  • Central Yamagata is around 27 kilometers from Yamagata Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.

  • Traveling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)

  • Currently, AED 261 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 521. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Tokyo to GAJ.

  • The best month for finding cheap Tokyo to Yamagata Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Tokyo to GAJ.

  • Save money on your flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport by using filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ)

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport (GAJ), while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Yamagata based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your Tokyo to GAJ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Yamagata, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Yamagata

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Yamagata right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Tokyo to Yamagata Airport:

  • Frost Covered Trees of Zao and Risshaku-ji Temple (Yamadera) are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Yamagata itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Senshoji.

Explore more of Japan

  • Yamagata is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometers south of Yamagata, a visit to Tokyo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.

  • Saitama is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 290 kilometers south of Yamagata. No trip is complete without experiencing The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama, Omiya Bonsai Village and Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine.

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