Journey information
Overview: London to Tokyo flight
Flights from London to Tokyo depart on average 114 times per day, taking around 15h 22m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £393 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 9559 km distance in 15h 40m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 9559 km |
Average flight duration 15h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £393 |
Flights per day 114 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 15h 40m |
Cheapest month to travel September |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Tokyo
Cheapest price
£454
Average price
£693
Fastest journey
20 h 5 m
Average duration
1 d 7 h 43 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
9559 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Tokyo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Tokyo will cost around £693 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £454.
Of the 5 flights that leave London for Tokyo every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 9559 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h 43 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 20 h 5 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 d 13 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Live departures
London to Tokyo flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Tokyo flights for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:10 London | 16h30 | 09:40 Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 London | 27h25 | 22:55 Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:45 London | 26h10 | 22:55 Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
![]() | 08:45 London | 38h10 | 22:55 Tokyo | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Airlines: JAL, China Eastern , Air France, KLM, Asiana, LOT Polish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Air India, Finnair from London to TokyoFind the best flights between London to Tokyo with Omio's travel partners JAL, China Eastern , Air France, KLM, Asiana, LOT Polish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Air India, Finnair from £393. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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FAQs: London to Tokyo flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Tokyo by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tokyo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from London to Tokyo generally leave from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Tokyo Haneda.
London Heathrow Airport is 27.4 km away from London city centre and Tokyo Haneda is 22.7 km from Tokyo city centre.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Important Stations and Airports in London and Tokyo
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours.
- Shops are located in the departure lounge, including WHSmith and Boots.
- Short-stay parking located near the terminal, approximately 9.6€ (£8) for the first hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges like the Escape Lounge offer amenities such as food, drinks, and showers.
- Located in the terminal, with services provided by Excess Baggage Company.
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus Express
- Train: Stansted Express
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are located in all terminals, including duty-free and luxury brands.
- Parking available in multiple lots, approximately 0.95€ (¥150) per 30 minutes.
- Various restaurants are located in all terminals, including Japanese, Western, and fast food options.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels are located within the airport, such as the Royal Park Hotel in terminal 3.
- Showers are available in terminal 1 and 2; prices start at ¥1,030 for 30 minutes.
- Lounges available in all terminals, including A and JAL lounges.
- Lost and Found services available in each terminal.
- Car rental services are available in all terminals, including major brands like Toyota Rent a Car.
- Tokyo Monorail, Haneda Airport terminal 1/2 Station, 15 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are located throughout the airport, including duty-free shops and brands like Uniqlo and Muji.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 3.2€ (500 JPY) per hour.
- Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering Japanese, Western, and intertiol cuisines. Top options include Sushi Kyotatsu and Tatsu.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels such as the rita Airport Rest House within walking distance, and others like Hilton Tokyo rita are nearby.
- Showers are available in terminal 1 and terminal 2, costing around 1,030 JPY for 30 minutes.
- Lounges available, including A Lounge and Delta Sky Club, offering amenities for relaxation and work.
- Lost and Found services available in each terminal, with a central office in terminal 1.
- Car rental services are available from companies like Toyota Rent a Car and Nippon Rent-A-Car, located in each terminal.
- rita Express train, rita Airport Station, 60 km
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