Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 15 hours ahead of Edmonton, where Edmonton International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from YEG to Tokyo, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you have a passport from Canada and plan to travel to Japan for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Tokyo.
Travelling from central Edmonton to YEG takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to YEG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Tokyo
RM1,776 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Tokyo. A return flight starts from RM3,291. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from YEG to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. After your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 58 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from YEG to Tokyo, settle in at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Edmonton International Airport to Tokyo while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Tokyo, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Tokyo for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from YEG to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Tokyo:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
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