Japanese budget carrier ZIPAIR is set to make aviation history in 2026 as the first airline to operate nonstop passenger flights between Tokyo and Florida.
The Japan Airlines subsidiary has partnered with Disney Destinations International on a special series of charter flights connecting Tokyo’s beloved Disney parks: Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, with Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida.
Four charter flights scheduled for Spring 2026
ZIPAIR will operate four round-trip flights aboard Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, departing from Tokyo’s Narita International Airport (NRT) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) on February 23, February 28, March 5, and March 10, 2026.
The collaboration between ZIPAIR and Disney offers passengers more than just transportation. Passengers who book one of the charter flights and visit Walt Disney World Resort will receive exclusive perks, including a special Disney character greeting at the resort and reserved viewing of Epcot’s nighttime spectacular ‘Luminous: The Symphony of Us’.
🚀史上初！ZIPAIRが日本からフロリダ・オーランドへ直行チャーター便を運航します🌴#フロリダディズニー から限定体験もご用意🎉
🗓運航日程：
2026年2月23日（月・祝）
2月28日（土）
3月5日（木）
3月10日（火）💻販売開始：
①旅行代理店(パッケージツアー)：10/28～… pic.twitter.com/6VN5lj0Zv1— ZIPAIRTokyo (@ZIPAIRTokyo) October 28, 2025
A Milestone for Japanese travelers
Shingo Nishida, Representative Director and President of ZIPAIR Tokyo, said the route represents a significant achievement for the airline and Japanese travelers seeking direct access to Orlando’s attractions.
“We are extremely proud of this historic achievement, as this will be the first non-stop charter flight from Japan to Orlando, Florida,” Nishida said. “Orlando is home to numerous world-class theme parks and by operating these charter flights for travelers from Japan, we hope to meet our customers’ expectations when they experience ZIPAIR’s new standard in air travel. We certainly look forward to welcoming Disney fans and guests on our charter flights next Spring.”
The flights mark a milestone for connectivity between Japan and central Florida, a region that draws millions of international visitors annually to its theme parks and attractions. Ordinarily, Japanese travelers heading to Orlando have to connect through other US cities, adding hours to their journey.
