Flying from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Tokyo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
14 hours 33 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport.
London is 9 hours behind Tokyo. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 48 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Haneda Airport (HND) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. Japan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:20. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from HND to LHR is with British Airways at 13:15.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tokyo to LHR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) depart from this terminal.
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport out of HND include:
We make it easy to plan a flight from Tokyo to LHR with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers between HND and LHR include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
From central Tokyo, HND is around 16 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Haneda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) has direct flights from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Narita International Airport and LHR:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
NRT is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It'll take 58 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Tokyo to LHR, kick back in one of these hotels close to Narita International Airport:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres from the centre of London. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 57 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport is $468. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,120. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book 8 months ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Tokyo to LHR around that time.
You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport if you take off in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
February is the quietest time to travel to London. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Lock in your flight from Tokyo to LHR for July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Tokyo to London Heathrow Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in London. Explore the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.