Tokyo

Narita International Airport

RJAA

338

Flights/Day

01:41

Local Time

Tokyo

Timezone

141ft

Elevation

Current Weather

Current Conditions

RJAA

VFR

11°C

Overcast • 3kt • 1020.00"

Observed: 16:00 UTC

VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.

Cloud Forecast

12k 8k 4k 0

21:00

CLR

09:00 BECMG

CLR

00:00 BECMG

CLR

Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling

FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %

TAF valid until 03:00 local time

About Narita International Airport

Tokyo Narita faces the same typhoon season as Haneda (July-October). Located farther from the city, it handles international long-haul traffic.

Is Tokyo Narita Airport turbulent?

Narita faces the same typhoon challenges as Haneda but is located farther from central Tokyo, making recovery and rebooking more complicated during major weather events. Typhoon Nari in 2025 caused 140 delays while grounding over 800 flights nationwide. The airport handles primarily long-haul international flights, so typhoon closures strand travelers for extended periods.

Typhoon Nari (2025) caused 140 delays at Narita alone
Typhoon Ampil (2024) cancelled 1,284 flights across Tokyo airports
Located 60km from Tokyo, making rebooking challenging during storms

How does Narita compare to Haneda during typhoons?

Both airports face identical typhoon risks and typically close simultaneously during major storms. Narita's distance from Tokyo (60km vs 15km) makes it harder to reach alternative transportation or hotels during extended closures. International passengers often face longer waits for rebooking as airlines reposition crews and aircraft across the Pacific.

When is the best time to fly through Narita?

Late autumn (November) and spring (March-May) offer the most stable conditions. Typhoon season runs June through November with peak risk in August-September. Winter is generally calm but occasional Pacific storms bring gusty winds. Cherry blossom season combines great weather with peak demand.

Is turbulence at Tokyo dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Tokyo?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection