transpacific · 14h 00m · 10,856 km
New York (JFK) to Tokyo (HND)
3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked
In business class, ANA's The Room (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 8.8/10.In premium economy, JAL's Premium Economy (A350-1000) leads the field with a 7.1/10.
Quick pick
Fly ANA. It has a wider seat (24" vs 22").
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly JAL. It has 4 more inches of legroom.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly JAL. It has a wider seat (18" vs 17").
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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Data verified June 2026
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Flying with family
- Most legroom: JAL (34"). Least: American (31"). That 3" difference matters with kids.
Route insights
- In business class, ANA's The Room (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 8.8/10.
- In premium economy, JAL's Premium Economy (A350-1000) leads the field with a 7.1/10.
- In economy, JAL's Economy (A350-1000) edges out the field with a 5.6/10.
- JAL is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 8.7/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: American or JAL on JFK-HND?
JAL Suite (Japan Airlines, A350-1000) beats Flagship Business (American Airlines, 787-9) in business, scoring 8.4/10 vs 7.1. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin.
Which is better in premium economy: American or JAL on JFK-HND?
Premium Economy (Japan Airlines, A350-1000) beats Premium Economy (American Airlines, 787-9) in premium economy, scoring 7.1/10 vs 5.5. The deciding factor: 42" of pitch vs 38".
Which is better in economy: American or JAL on JFK-HND?
Economy (Japan Airlines, A350-1000) edges out Main Cabin (American Airlines, 787-9) in economy, scoring 5.6/10 vs 4.7. The deciding factor: 34" of pitch vs 31". American Airlines fights back on power.
Which is better in business: American or ANA on JFK-HND?
The Room (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) beats Flagship Business (American Airlines, 787-9) in business, scoring 8.8/10 vs 7.1. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin.
Which is better in premium economy: American or ANA on JFK-HND?
Premium Economy (American Airlines, 787-9) and Premium Economy (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5.5 vs 5.7/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 19"-wide seats vs 18.5" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in economy: American or ANA on JFK-HND?
Economy (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) edges out Main Cabin (American Airlines, 787-9) in economy, scoring 5.5/10 vs 4.7. The deciding factor: 34" of pitch vs 31". American Airlines fights back on power.
Which is better in business: JAL or ANA on JFK-HND?
The Room (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) edges out JAL Suite (Japan Airlines, A350-1000) in business, scoring 8.8/10 vs 8.4. The deciding factor: dine on demand vs multi-course dining.
Which is better in premium economy: JAL or ANA on JFK-HND?
Premium Economy (Japan Airlines, A350-1000) beats Premium Economy (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) in premium economy, scoring 7.1/10 vs 5.7. The deciding factor: 42" of pitch vs 38".
Which is better in economy: JAL or ANA on JFK-HND?
Economy (Japan Airlines, A350-1000) and Economy (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) score virtually the same in economy: 5.6 vs 5.5/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 18"-wide seats vs 17" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
What are the best seats in American Flagship Business on JFK-HND?
Best: Row 1 bulkhead seats (1A, 1L) offer the most space and privacy. Solo travelers should pick window seats (A or L). Center pairs (D-G) work well for couples traveling together. Avoid: Row 8 seats are closest to the premium economy cabin and galley. Center seats in row 8 (8D, 8G) may experience more traffic noise. Reverse herringbone layout with direct aisle access from every seat. No privacy doors on this older product. The Super Diamond seat is comfortable but lacks the enclosed-suite feel of newer products. Panasonic eX2 AVOD IFE system.
What are the best seats in American Premium Economy on JFK-HND?
Best: Row 9 bulkhead offers the most legroom. Window pairs (A-B and H-J) are best for couples. Avoid: Center seats in the 3-abreast middle section are least private. Row 11 may have limited recline near the economy partition. Small premium economy cabin with only 21 seats across 3 rows. Located directly behind business class for quick exit. Separate meal service from economy.
What are the best seats in American Main Cabin on JFK-HND?
Best: Main Cabin Extra seats (rows 20-22) offer 34-35 inches of pitch. Rows 20-35 are forward of engine noise profile and clear of rear galley. Avoid: Last 3 rows near rear lavatories are noisy and have limited recline. Middle seats in the 3-abreast sections are least desirable on long-haul flights. 9-abreast economy seating on the 787-9 is tight. Window seats benefit from Dreamliner's larger windows and electronic dimming. USB-A ports and AC outlets at every seat.
What are the best seats in JAL JAL Suite Premier on JFK-HND?
Best: All 6 suites are excellent — fully enclosed private rooms. Six enclosed suites in 1-1-1 layout. 43-inch 4K IFE (largest in any airline first class). Bang & Olufsen headphones plus built-in headrest speakers. Airweave dual-firmness mattress. Zero Halliburton amenity case. Wireless Qi charging. Converts to twin bed + side chair or full-width bed.
What are the best seats in JAL JAL Suite on JFK-HND?
Best: Window suites for solo travelers. Center pairs can lower divider for companions. All suites have sliding doors in 1-2-1 layout. 24-inch 4K IFE. Audio-Technica NC headphones plus built-in headrest speakers and Bluetooth. Airweave mattress pad. UCHINO pajamas. Heralbony amenity kit. Wireless Qi charging. Free unlimited wifi.
What are the best seats in JAL Premium Economy on JFK-HND?
Best: Window pairs for only 2 across. Avoid: Center section inner seats. First premium economy with electric recline (Safran Z600). 16-inch 4K IFE. Large privacy partitions. 1 hour free wifi. USB-C + AC power.
What are the best seats in ANA The Room on JFK-HND?
Best: Mini-cabin rows 5-6 (just 2 rows behind first class) are the quietest and most exclusive. Window seats throughout offer more privacy with the door configuration. Avoid: Last rows of the rear business cabin (rows 19-20) are closest to the premium economy cabin and galley. Center seats in the last row of any section. The Room is one of the widest business class seats in the sky at 35 inches. Alternating forward and rear-facing rows in a 1-2-1 herringbone. The door system has two panels: a vertical panel from the front and a rising panel from the armrest, creating near-complete enclosure with a small gap. 24-inch 4K IFE screen with Panasonic system. Bedding includes pillow and duvet (not as premium as first class). Sony noise-cancelling headphones. WiFi is paid (Panasonic system). Power includes AC outlet and USB.
What are the best seats in ANA Premium Economy on JFK-HND?
Best: Window seats 25A/25K in the first row for the best legroom. Aisle seats (25C/25H) for easy access. Avoid: Middle seats in the center quad (D, E, F, G). Row 27 is the last row and closest to economy. 15.6-inch touchscreen monitor, claimed as the largest in any premium economy cabin worldwide. Swiveling tray table with 90-degree rotation for easy aisle access. 6-way adjustable headrest. Legrest and footrest included. Universal power port and USB at every seat. No amenity kit; dental kit, eye mask, face mask, and earplugs distributed individually.
What are the best seats in ANA Economy on JFK-HND?
Best: Row 30 bulkhead for extra legroom. Window seats (A, K) throughout for leaning room. The fixed-back shell design means no one reclines into your space. Avoid: Last rows (41-42) near rear lavatories and galley. Middle seats (B, E, J) in the 3-4-3 layout. 13.3-inch touchscreen, claimed as the largest economy class IFE screen worldwide. Fixed-back shell seats with recline mechanism that does not affect the passenger behind. 6-way adjustable headrest. 34-inch pitch is generous for economy. Universal power port and USB at every seat. Complimentary meals on all international flights.