Flying from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Tokyo. Check out your options departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when reserving your flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
14 hours 30 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport flight.
London is nine hours behind Tokyo. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Haneda Airport (HND) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. There are 33 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with British Airways at 1:15pm. Choose the first HND to LHR departure with JAL at 12:20am if you'd rather get a move on.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Tokyo to LHR.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Fly without interruptions from Haneda Airport (HND). Direct flights from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are available from here.
At HND, you'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport, including:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with JAL from HND to LHR.
JAL leads the way in punctuality. A reliable 87.68% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Tokyo to LHR departing from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
To reach HND from central Tokyo, it takes around 15 minutes to drive the 16 kilometres or so.
Catching an early flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Haneda Airport:
73.52% of flights that take off from Haneda Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport. Here's where you can connect between Narita International Airport and LHR:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The drive from central Tokyo to NRT generally takes 1 hour, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 64 kilometres.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Tokyo to LHR flight? Unwind in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
70.53% of flights taking off from Narita International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you have a late flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near LHR:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
The centre of London is roughly 26 kilometres from London Heathrow Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
At the moment, 250 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 527 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Tokyo to LHR, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit London. July is when most people book flights from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Tokyo to LHR plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are major attractions which should be on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Around 145 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.