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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Tokyo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tokyo.RM2,402 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Mar, returning Wed, 2 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 25 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Tokyo Haneda on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,402, select.
Tokyo.RM2,404 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Mar, returning Tue, 18 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 11 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue, 18 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,404, select.
Tokyo.RM2,433 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Fri, 13 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Tokyo Narita on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,433, select.
Tokyo.RM2,433 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Tokyo Narita on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,433, select.
Tokyo.RM2,634 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Feb, returning Tue, 4 Mar.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 27 Feb, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Tokyo Haneda on Tue, 4 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,634, select.
Tokyo.RM2,666 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Mar, returning Fri, 20 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 22 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Tokyo Narita on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,666, select.
Tokyo.RM2,684 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Apr, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 19 Apr, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Tokyo Haneda on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,684, select.
Tokyo.RM2,797 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Mar, returning Thu, 15 May.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 11 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu, 15 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,797, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from RM6,378
Mar
from RM2,404
Apr
from RM2,806
May
from RM2,925
Jun
from RM2,433
Jul
from RM4,471
Aug
from RM4,970
Sep
from RM3,436
Oct
from RM3,532
Nov
from RM2,806
Dec
from RM3,326
Jan
from RM2,933

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London to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,402
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time13 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week100

Finding cheap flights from London 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 to Tokyo is RM2,402. 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 to Tokyo.
Japan Airlines, Iberia and British Airways fly direct from London to Tokyo.
As of February 2025, there are 100 flights per week flying from London to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Tokyo is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from London, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Narita – which is 63.7 km away from the centre of Tokyo. We've found flights into this airport from RM2,402.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Tokyo on Tuesday, 25 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tokyo is China Southern. And the cheapest airline that flies to Tokyo Narita Airport is British Airways.

Travelling from London to Tokyo: what you need to know

  • When organising your flight from London to Tokyo, you'll have a good selection of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).

  • When it comes to working out where to land in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the chief entry points.

  • The average time for a direct flight from London to Tokyo is 13 hours 52 minutes. Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo 9 hours ahead of London.

  • With 47 weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Haneda Airport (HND) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from London to Tokyo with British Airways at 09:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from LHR to HND is with JAL at 19:20.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to Tokyo.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can visit Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before organising your cheap flight from London to Tokyo, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.

Flying from London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Jet off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on a nonstop flight from London to Tokyo. From LHR, you can fly straight to Haneda Airport (HND).

  • Well-known carriers that have direct flights from London to Tokyo leaving from LHR include:

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from London to Tokyo. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Travelling from central London to LHR takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Tokyo, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Tokyo, browse these options when heading out from London Heathrow Airport:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.

  • You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Tokyo:

Arriving in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is approximately 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • The centre of Tokyo is located around 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from London to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 58 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from London to Tokyo:

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tokyo

  • RM1,483 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Tokyo. A return flight starts at RM2,402. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from London to Tokyo.

  • Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London to Tokyo. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap tickets from London to Tokyo every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from London to Tokyo. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Best time to go to Tokyo

  • February is the quietest month for flights from London to Tokyo, while June is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Tokyo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from London to Tokyo for August if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from London to Tokyo in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.

More about Tokyo

  • Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Tokyo, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are leading attractions which should feature on every Tokyo itinerary.

Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental

  • Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from London to Tokyo. Whether you're after a compact ride, an SUV or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.

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