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Cheapest time to fly from London to Tokyo

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of May. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration17 h and 55 mFlights between London and Tokyo take, on average, 17 h and 55 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£331Cheapest price for a flight between London and Tokyo found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportsHeathrow Airport, Gatwick Airport, London Luton Airport, London Stansted Airport, London City AirportFor flights from London to Tokyo

Destination airportsTokyo Haneda Airport, Narita International AirportWhen travelling from London to Tokyo

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from London to Tokyo

Airlines flying this routeBritish Airways, Japan Airlines, All Nippon AirwaysAirline(s) with flights between London to Tokyo

One-way average Price£807The average price for a flight London - Tokyo at Opodo is £807, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookMarchAccording to real data June is the most popular time to book a flight to Tokyo when departing from London

Airlines that fly from London to Tokyo

Swiss International Air Lines

Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

71%Trains in Tokyo are 71% cheaper than in London.

London£3.50

Tokyo£1.01

MealMid-priced restaurant

72%A meal in Tokyo is 72% cheaper than a meal in London.

London£20.00

Tokyo£5.63

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

44%A taxi fare in Tokyo is 44% cheaper than in London.

London£4.20

Tokyo£2.35

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

38%Coffee in Tokyo is 38% cheaper than in London.

London£3.98

Tokyo£2.48

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 212.85 JPY

1 JPY = 0.01 GBP

Last checked on Fri 27/03

Distance: 5941 miles

London airports

Gatwick (LGW)How far from city centre: 25 miles

Heathrow (LHR)How far from city centre: 14 miles

Luton International (LTN)How far from city centre: 27 miles

Stansted (STN)How far from city centre: 30 miles

London City (LCY)How far from city centre: 7 miles

Southend (SEN)How far from city centre: 35 miles

Tokyo airports

Narita (NRT)How far from city centre: 32 miles

Haneda (HND)How far from city centre: 10 miles

Flights departing from London

Out of the five main international airports of London, Heathrow Airport is the busiest and largest boasting the largest capacity; it has five terminals and two runways. If you are wondering how you can unwind while you prepare yourself for long haul trips, such as flights to Japan from Heathrow, the airport offers a number of select restaurants and free Wi-Fi. The facilities at the airport are impressive; with it having been established for over 70 years, it is evident that continuous improvement is a mission that is not taken lightly. It has been around long enough to know how to do things right.

Getting to London airport

Depending on your time constraints and the traffic in the city (airport is approximately 22km from the city), it may be advisable to use the Heathrow Express. This direct train comes in 15 minute intervals and is the fastest mode of transport. If you are in a hurry to catch your flight from Heathrow to Tokyo, the train is the most reliable option.

You can also take the National Express coach which you will find at Victoria Coach Station in Central London. It will drop off at Terminals 1-3 at the airport. There are also numerous taxi services that specialise in airport transfers that you can use (including Uber).

Arriving to Tokyo

Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is an explosion of diversity - modern and traditional. Ready to explore? As part of your itinerary, you can book yourself a tour around the city to get a better feel of it. The two most popular types of traditional entertainment are to see sumo wrestling and geishas - your trip would be remiss without checking these out. If you are an adrenaline junkie or you just want to conquer your fear of heights, the Tokyo Sky Tree is for you. Imagine having a view of the city 350m above ground! For you tech junkies, you will feel right at home at the National Museum of Emerging Science.

How to get to the city centre

Flights from London to Tokyo land at Narita Airport or Haneda Airport. Haneda Airport is the closest to the city centre, approximately 14km away. You can connect with the Haneda Express at the terminal stations using the Monorail Line at the airport. You can also use the Airport Limited Express train on the Keikyu Line. Narita Airport, in Narita City, is surprisingly far from Central Tokyo - approximately 60km. Finding affordable transport will be a priority for you given the distance. The Keisei Limited Express is the cheapest mode of transport to use. You can also use the shared mini-bus option because it is the most convenient but also the most inexpensive option.

Flight route information

If you fancy a spectacular view of Tokyo from a high vantage point, visit the Tokyo Skytree skywalk tower.

Frequently asked questions about flights from London to Tokyo

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from London to Tokyo?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Japan may apply when travelling from London. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

On average, how much is the price of a flight from London to Tokyo?

When you fly from London to Tokyo the average price is £807. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from London to Tokyo at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from London to Tokyo is 331 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Tokyo expensive to visit compared to London?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Tokyo costs an average of 2.35 GBP, 44% cheaper than London, with a fare of 4.20 GBP,

While train tickets costs 71% less in Tokyo: 1.01 GBP against 3.50 GBP in London.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 5.63 GBP in Tokyo, 72% less than the 20.00 GBP in London.

The price of the coffee is around 38% cheaper in Tokyo, with an average of 2.48 GBP, while in London the coffee costs 3.98 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from London to Tokyo?

The most popular months to book a flight from London to Tokyo are October, January and September, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from London to Tokyo?

The best time of the year to go to Tokyo when flying from London depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, October is the top 1º month to fly to Tokyo from London in terms of searches from our customer, followed by April and September. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, January, February and June are the months with less volume of searchs for the route London - Tokyo.

How long does the flight take to go from London to Tokyo?

The total flight time between London and Tokyo is of around 17 h and 55 m on average, considering an average distance of 5,940.86 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between London and Tokyo?

The main airport route flying between London and Tokyo is: Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tokyo Haneda Airport(HND). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from London to Tokyo?

Airlines with direct flights departing from London to Tokyo are:

Air China.
Aeroflot.
China Eastern Airlines.

China Eastern Airlines, stopping in Shanghai for 100 minutes minimum.

ITA Airways, with 65 minutes scale in Rome.
ITA Airways, with 75 minutes scale in Milan.

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