Trips on points
8 sourced routes · Japan & Korea · updated 2026-09
Tokyo on points
Japan
Economy class
per person, round trip| Lowest | Typical | High | Cash | Portal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40,000 | 59,000 | 70,000 | $900–$1,600 | ~125,000 |
What counts as a deal: Under 46,000 points is great, under 59,000 is good. Above 70,000 is more than any route we have sourced for this cabin.
2 sourced routes
- AmexANA Mileage ClubGREAT
40,000–55,000 pts per person · $900–$1,600 cash
Any US gateway · Los Angeles (LAX) / New York (JFK)
Fees: ANA adds carrier-imposed fuel surcharges on its own metal (typically several hundred dollars round trip for US-Japan, higher in premium cabins) plus taxes.
Checked 2026-09-10source - ChaseBiltUnited MileagePlusTYPICAL
70,000 pts per person · $900–$1,600 cash
Any US gateway · San Francisco (SFO) / Newark (EWR)
Fees: United does not add fuel surcharges on its own or Star Alliance partner awards; expect only government taxes/airport fees (roughly $10-60 each way).
Checked 2026-09-10source
Business class
per person, round trip| Lowest | Typical | High | Cash | Portal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100,000 | 112,500 | 180,000 | $4,500–$8,000 | ~625,000 |
What counts as a deal: Under 112,500 points is great — that is already at or below the typical price for this route. Above 180,000 is more than any route we have sourced for this cabin.
4 sourced routes
- AmexANA Mileage ClubGREAT
100,000–110,000 pts per person · $4,500–$8,000 cash
Any US gateway · Los Angeles (LAX) / New York (JFK)
Fees: ANA adds carrier-imposed fuel surcharges on its own metal (typically several hundred dollars round trip for US-Japan, higher in premium cabins) plus taxes.
Checked 2026-09-10source - ChaseAmexCap OneCitiBiltVirgin Atlantic Flying ClubGREAT
105,000 pts per person · $4,500–$8,000 cash
West Coast · Los Angeles (LAX) / San Francisco (SFO) / Seattle (SEA)
Fees: Virgin Atlantic passes along ANA carrier-imposed (fuel) surcharges; amount varies by cabin and direction. AwardWallet ITA example Chicago-Tokyo: taxes and fees approximately $183 per direction across cabins.
Checked 2026-09-10source - ChaseAmexCap OneCitiBiltVirgin Atlantic Flying ClubTYPICAL
120,000 pts per person · $4,500–$8,000 cash
East Coast · New York (JFK) / Chicago (ORD) / Houston (IAH) / Washington (IAD)
Fees: Virgin Atlantic passes along ANA carrier-imposed (fuel) surcharges; amount varies by cabin and direction. AwardWallet ITA example Chicago-Tokyo: taxes and fees approximately $183 per direction across cabins.
Checked 2026-09-10source - AmexCap OneCitiBiltAvianca LifeMilesTYPICAL
170,000–180,000 pts per person · $4,500–$8,000 cash
Any US gateway · Los Angeles (LAX) / New York (JFK)
Fees: LifeMiles charges zero fuel surcharges on partner (Star Alliance) redemptions; taxes only.
Checked 2026-09-10source
First class
per person, round trip| Lowest | Typical | High | Cash | Portal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 145,000 | 160,000 | 200,000 | $12,000–$20,000 | ~1,600,000 |
What counts as a deal: Under 160,000 points is great — that is already at or below the typical price for this route. Above 200,000 is more than any route we have sourced for this cabin.
2 sourced routes
- ChaseAmexCap OneCitiBiltVirgin Atlantic Flying ClubGREAT
145,000 pts per person · $12,000–$20,000 cash
West Coast · Los Angeles (LAX) / San Francisco (SFO)
Fees: Virgin Atlantic passes along ANA carrier-imposed (fuel) surcharges; amount varies by cabin and direction. AwardWallet ITA example Chicago-Tokyo: taxes and fees approximately $183 per direction across cabins.
Checked 2026-09-10source - AmexANA Mileage ClubGREAT
150,000–200,000 pts per person · $12,000–$20,000 cash
Any US gateway · Los Angeles (LAX) / New York (JFK)
Fees: ANA adds carrier-imposed fuel surcharges on its own metal (typically several hundred dollars round trip for US-Japan, higher in premium cabins) plus taxes.
Checked 2026-09-10source
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Tokyo on points FAQ
How many points to Tokyo in business?
Across the 4 sourced routes we track, Tokyo in business runs about 112,500 points per person round trip, from a low of 100,000 up to 180,000. Under 112,500 points is great — that is already at or below the typical price for this route. Above 180,000 is more than any route we have sourced for this cabin. The same seats bought with cash run roughly $4,500 to $8,000.
Which cards' points get me to Tokyo?
The routes we track book through ANA Mileage Club, Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, Avianca LifeMiles, which Amex Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Bilt Points, Capital One Miles, Citi ThankYou Points points can transfer into. Starting from zero, the planner's fastest two cards for this trip are the Chase Sapphire Preferred and the Chase Freedom Unlimited. Transfers are one way, so confirm award space before you move points.
When should I book?
Award calendars typically open about 11 months (roughly 330 days) before departure, and partner saver seats go first. For a Sep 2027 trip that means searching from Oct 2026; the plan works backward from that date so your points land before the window opens.
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