Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Tokyo is nine hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your LHR to NRT flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Narita International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and NRT:
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How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
321 € is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Narita International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 571 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to NRT if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Narita International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LHR to NRT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Narita International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Narita International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and experience more of Tokyo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Narita International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport to the centre of Tokyo has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Narita International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Tokyo. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Narita International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to NRT in February. Temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a visit to Yokohama will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Japan, consider Osaka, roughly 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are among the biggest draws.