Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend that you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking. Remember: Fares may disappear quickly, so book right away and take advantage of Orbitz’s courtesy cancellation if you’re unable to travel. Additionally, keep in mind that discounted partner fares may not earn miles with US-based carriers.Great news: Flight deals to Tokyo have stuck around for a bit longer. Last week we wrote about Delta’s $391 flights, and it looks like Star Alliance carriers are now upping the ante and competing with more fare specials. Most of the flights involve some combination of Air Canada, ANA and United Airlines, although the exact details of your itinerary might vary depending on where you’re flying from. The cheapest rate we found was $435 round-trip from Chicago (ORD), although prices were closer to $500 or $600 from other departure airports. Travel dates are available from March through May and availability varies between cities.Airlines: Star Alliance airlines (mostly Air Canada, ANA and United)Routes: BOS, LAX, ORD and more to TokyoCost: $435-$544+ round-trip in economyDates: March 2016 through May 2016Booking Link: OrbitzPay With: American Express Premier Rewards Gold, Citi Prestige or Chase Sapphire PreferredSearch for your flight here:Here are a few examples of what you can book:Chicago (ORD) to Tokyo (NRT) for $435:Chicago (ORD) to Tokyo (NRT) for $435.Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo (HND) for $439:Los Angeles (LAX) to Tokyo (HND) for $439.Boston (BOS) to Tokyo (NRT) for $587:Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Boston (BOS) to Tokyo (NRT) for $587.Maximize Your PurchaseDon’t forget to use a credit card that earns additional points on airfare purchases, such as the American Express Premier Rewards Gold or Citi Prestige (3x on airfare) or the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card (2x on all travel purchases). Check out this post for more on maximizing airfare purchases.H/T: The Flight DealIf you’re able to score one of these tickets, please share the good news in the comments below!
