First Direct Flights Between Walt Disney World and Tokyo Disneyland Officially Land in Orlando

First Direct Flights Between Tokyo and Walt Disney World

A historic milestone was reached at Orlando International Airport (MCO) today as the first-ever passenger direct flight from Tokyo touched down at 1:35 p.m. to a chorus of cheers and applause. This landmark arrival celebrated the launch of ZIPAIR’s inaugural passenger charter service connecting Tokyo’s Narita International Airport (NRT) directly to Orlando, marking the very first nonstop passenger charter service to link the state of Florida with the Asia Pacific region.

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A dream 30 years in the making has finally taken flight! Orlando International Airport (MCO) made history yesterday, February 23, as ZIPAIR Flight 714 from Tokyo’s Narita International (NRT) touched down at 1:35 p.m. to a water salute and a terminal filled with live music and celebration.

This landmark arrival marks the first-ever nonstop passenger service between Florida and the Asia-Pacific region, bridging two of the world’s most iconic Disney destinations with a seamless 12.5-hour journey.

A Milestone for Global Magic

• The Partnership: This inaugural charter service is a joint victory for ZIPAIR, Mickeynet, and Disney Destinations, finally connecting fans directly to the magic of Walt Disney World without the hassle of a West Coast layover.
• A Growing Gateway: With MCO’s international traffic surging (hosting 1.4 million more international visitors in 2025 than in 2023), this route solidifies Orlando’s position as a premier global hub.
• Passenger Praise: Travelers like Christina Whisnant are already raving about the ease of the direct route, which opens up everything from snowboarding in Hokkaido to park-hopping in Lake Buena Vista.

Upcoming Flight Dates

If you missed the first flight, you still have a few chances to catch this limited-time charter service:

• February 28, 2026
• March 5, 2026
• March 10, 2026

What’s Next? While currently operating as a seasonal charter, airport leadership and ZIPAIR hope this successful “test run” will pave the way for permanent, year-round nonstop service.

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