Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 14 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is nine hours ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is the most traveled route, with 33 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from LHR to HND is with JAL at 19:20. Go for the first departure with JAL at 08:35 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid rushing for your LHR to Tokyo flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Direct London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo tickets are available for booking. Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) will be your arrival point.
Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo. Book your journey with one of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from LHR to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Located around 26 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:
78% of flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo flight is ₹ 43,829. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 59,476. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LHR to Tokyo.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks before your flight from LHR to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Once you've disembarked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LHR to Tokyo flight:
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Tokyo Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo. March is the most popular month to visit Tokyo. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Lock in a London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to Tokyo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Tokyo to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Japan you should also see. About 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
