Mouse to Mouse: First Time Direct Flights Connect Walt Disney World & Tokyo Disneyland. The dream of a seamless journey between two global Disney hubs is becoming a reality! ZIPAIR has launched a historic charter service, creating the first-ever nonstop passenger flights between Tokyo Narita (NRT) and Orlando International Airport (MCO), home of Walt Disney World Resort.
- Route: Tokyo Narita (NRT) ↔ Orlando (MCO)
- Dates: Four round-trip flights between February 23 and March 10, 2026.
- Benefit: The new route dramatically cuts travel time from the typical 20+ hours (with layovers) to approximately 13-15 hours of direct flight time.
Exclusive Disney Perks:
The new service is a direct effort to boost tourism to Walt Disney World from Japan, featuring a joint promotion with Disney Destinations International:
- Special Experiences: Guests who book a charter flight and visit Walt Disney World Resort will receive a special Disney Character greeting and an exclusive dessert-viewing experience for the EPCOT nighttime show, Luminous: The Symphony of Us.
- The Disney View: Tomoko Sawada of Disney Destination International noted: “We are thrilled and excited that the long-awaited dream of direct flights from Japan to Orlando… is finally becoming a reality… Walt Disney World Resort… [will be] more accessible and easier to visit for our friends in Japan.”
This charter is a strong indicator of a potential future for regular, commercial service, bridging the gap between two of the world’s most beloved Disney destinations.
Tomoko Sawada, Director of Marketing & Business Strategy, Disney Destination International: “We are thrilled and excited that the long-awaited dream of direct flights from Japan to Orlando, Florida—a dream shared by us and Disney fans across Japan—is finally becoming a reality. We look forward to Walt Disney World Resort, the one and only destination for the ultimate Disney vacation that meets the diverse needs of our guests, becoming more accessible and easier to visit for our friends in Japan. Walt Disney World Resort is preparing special experiences for guests arriving on the ZIPAIR charter direct flights.”
Faron Kelley, SVP, Disney Destinations Sales Strategy & Solutions, Disney Experiences: “Direct connectivity between Orlando and Tokyo brings Disney magic closer than ever. Whether it’s exploring the wonder of Walt Disney World Resort or enjoying the enchantment of Tokyo Disney Resort, this new nonstop flight opens the door to unforgettable vacations and cherished memories for families and friends on both sides of the globe.”
