Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is one hour 30 minutes behind Adelaide, where Adelaide Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your ADL to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from ADL to Tokyo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Travelling from central Adelaide to ADL takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to ADL? If you've booked an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Tokyo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Adelaide Airport, data shows 72% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Tokyo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Tokyo flight is 211 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 505 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ADL to Tokyo if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Adelaide Airport to Tokyo across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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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 takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near HND if you're coming in on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Tokyo. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Reserving your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from ADL to Tokyo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is about 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Adelaide Airport to Tokyo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near NRT. Kick back and get cosy after your ADL to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider 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
December is the quietest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Tokyo, while March is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Adelaide Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ADL to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Adelaide Airport to Tokyo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you want to check out another major destination in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are the start of reasons to visit.