Flying from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is located in Guwahati. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Guwahati.
Give yourself enough time to get on your GAU to Tokyo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from GAU to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
To get to GAU from central Guwahati, it takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel near GAU? If you're catching an early flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Tokyo, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, 71.9% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Tokyo flight is 318 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 470 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from GAU to Tokyo, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Look into staying at a hotel near HND if you have a late flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Tokyo. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience more of Tokyo and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from GAU to Tokyo.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Once your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Tokyo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
After stepping off your GAU to Tokyo flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and be off and running.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Before securing your flights from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Tokyo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Tokyo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GAU to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan you should also see. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.