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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Tokyo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Tokyo

Alternative London Heathrow to Tokyo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Heathrow to Tokyo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,473
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time13 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week100

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Omitama.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Tokyo is RM2,473. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Tokyo.
Japan Airlines, Iberia and British Airways fly direct from London Heathrow to Tokyo.
As of February 2025, there are 100 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Tokyo.
If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Haneda – which is 16.5 km away from the centre of Tokyo. We've found flights into this airport from RM2,473.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo on Saturday, 8 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 46 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, China Southern and British Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Tokyo.

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.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LHR to Tokyo. There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

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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