Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Around 14 hours 33 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 9 hours ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Haneda Airport (HND). There are 47 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LHR to HND is the 09:00 British Airways option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 19:20 with Japan Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from LHR to Tokyo.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Nonstop flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tokyo are available for booking. Haneda Airport (HND) is where you'll disembark.
You can choose from various airlines that offer direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, such as:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LHR to Tokyo. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can enter Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 57 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 1 minute.
Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LHR:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tokyo
RM1,905 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,473. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 8 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LHR to Tokyo.
The cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo is April. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is approximately 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). As soon as your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 58 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from LHR to Tokyo:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, travel to Tokyo in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from LHR to Tokyo in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are popular attractions which should feature on every Tokyo itinerary.
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