Question 1

Are there any non-stop flights from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Most flights from London to Tokyo have layovers in other cities, for example in Doha when flying with Qatar Airways. If you want to book a direct flight to Tokyo, check out British Airways or ANA (All Nippon Airways) which offer non-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Haneda Airport.

Question 2

How do I get to Tokyo from Narita Airport?

Accepted Answer

As the primary destination for international flights Narita Airport is very well-connected by public transportation with the city. Keisei Skyliner is the quickest option that will transport you to the city in less than an hour and it will cost you around 15£ one way. If you want a cheaper alternative, JR Narita Line train runs every hour and will take you to central Tokyo in about 90 minutes.

Question 3

Are there onsite airport hotels at Narita Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you have to sleep at the airport, there is a capsule hotel Nine Hours Narita Airport where you can rent sleeping pods for a few hours and get a shower with no additional charges. If you prefer a regular room, look at the hotels close to the airport which have free shuttle services such as Narita Airport Rest House or Hotel Nikko Narita.

Question 4

Does the Haneda Airport have free WiFi?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can access the internet for free from the terminal building at the Haneda Airport and surf the web for an unlimited time. If you have to use a computer and do not have one with you, there are coin-operated computers in @Station.

Question 5

Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on London to Tokyo flights?

Accepted Answer

Among airlines operating London to Tokyo flights:

• British Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Iberia: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Question 6

Which airlines are available on the route from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

3 airlines operate flights between London and Tokyo. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• British Airways
• Japan Airlines
• ANA

Question 7

Which airports can I use when flying from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Flights from London to Tokyo may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN), with arrivals available at airports in Tokyo such as Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT).

Question 8

Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London to Tokyo flights?

Accepted Answer

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Japan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

Question 9

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Three cabin classes are available on flights from London to Tokyo:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

Question 10

How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $918 return via Zhengzhou (CGO), compared with $2,279 for direct.

Question 11

What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $95–$139 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Question 12

Which airports do connecting flights from London to Tokyo pass through?

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from London to Tokyo most commonly connect through:

• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 32% of one-stop connections
• Beijing Capital (PEK) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 9% of one-stop connections
• Incheon Intl (ICN) – 6% of one-stop connections

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Question 13

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the London to Tokyo route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,537 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,794, a difference of $258. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 14

At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Tokyo route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 6 minutes.

Question 15

How are flight departures from London to Tokyo spread across the day?

Accepted Answer

Morning is the busiest departure period on London to Tokyo flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, Afternoon flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

Question 16

What popular places can I visit in Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in Tokyo are Ginza, Shinjuku Train Station, and Akihabara Electric Town. These are among the most viewed places in Tokyo on KAYAK.

Question 17

What are the earliest and latest flights from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Tokyo:

• Earliest: departs at 08:50 and lands at 22:39
• Latest: departs at 19:40 and lands at 09:29.

The flight takes about 13h 49m.

Question 18

How expensive are last-minute London to Tokyo flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 4% above the route average of $1,579. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 19

How long is a flight from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London to Tokyo takes 13h 49m, covering 15,379 km.

Question 20

Do I need a passport to fly from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Question 21

How are flight prices from London to Tokyo looking right now?

Accepted Answer

One-way fares from London to Tokyo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,128, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

Question 22

How does Japan Airlines's on-time performance compare to other airlines on London to Tokyo flights?

Accepted Answer

Japan Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while ANA has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on London to Tokyo flights are:

• Japan Airlines: 92% on time
• ANA: 88% on time
• British Airways: 85% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time.

Question 23

How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Question 24

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 55m, compared to 17h 13m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 17h 39m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

Question 25

What is the time difference between London and Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of London (Japan Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 26

What car hire options are available in Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) – daily rates from around $24:

· Yesaway
· Times
· IX Rental
· Avis
· Wheego

Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) – daily rates from around $19:

· Relax Rent A Car
· Yesaway
· Times
· IX Rental
· JDM Rent a car

Question 27

How much should I expect to pay for a London to Tokyo flight?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from London to Tokyo range from $1,126 to $2,203, with an average of $1,579 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,126 counts as a good deal.

Question 28

How much is a return flight from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from London to Tokyo start at $1,169. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $1,126 to $2,203. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,169 on China Southern.

Question 29

What is the cheapest London to Tokyo flight route?

Accepted Answer

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is the cheapest London to Tokyo route, averaging $1,067 return. Other London to Tokyo routes average $1,672, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 30

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Tokyo and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Question 31

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

January is the cheapest month to fly from London to Tokyo at $1,151 return.
August ($2,063) and July ($2,009) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 79% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 32

When are prices from London to Tokyo the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from London to Tokyo are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 11% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 33

What is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

China Southern ($1,169) and Finnair ($1,329) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from London to Tokyo according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 34

Which airline offers the most direct flights between London and Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

British Airways and Japan Airlines offer the most frequent direct flights from London to Tokyo at 14 flights per week each. ANA operates 7 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.

Question 35

How often are flights from London to Tokyo delayed?

Accepted Answer

Over the last 12 months, London to Tokyo flights were delayed in 11% of cases. Delayed flights averaged 126 minutes behind schedule.

Question 36

What is the most punctual time of day to fly from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Morning flights have the fewest delays. Afternoon departures experience delays most often. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 37

Which day of the week has the fewest delays on London to Tokyo flights?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the London to Tokyo route at only 7% of flights delayed.
Sunday has the most delays at 14%. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 38

Which airline is the most punctual on London to Tokyo flights?

Accepted Answer

Japan Airlines is the most punctual airline on London to Tokyo flights – KAYAK's system tracked that 92% of flights were on time in the past 3 months.

Question 39

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) is the most popular stopover for the London to Tokyo route. 32% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via PVG.

Question 40

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Zhengzhou (CGO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $918. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 41

Which route, including a stopover, takes the shortest amount of time to travel from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from London to Tokyo at 16h 55m one-way, 3h 06m longer than the 13h 49m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 42

When flying from London to Tokyo, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Accepted Answer

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) had the shortest average connection time for London to Tokyo stopovers at 553 minutes over the past 3 months.

Question 43

How many direct flights run daily between London and Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

There are about 5 flights per day from London to Tokyo, which is about 35 flights per week, spread evenly across the week.

Question 44

What time of day do most flights depart from London to Tokyo?

Accepted Answer

Most direct flights from London to Tokyo depart in the morning, accounting for 40% of direct departures. Around 2 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.

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