London, UKTokyo, Japan

Flights from London to Tokyo

Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for LHR–NRT.

From $449 one-way · seen 11 Sept 2026
About 12h 29m flying time
9,591 kmdistance
~12h 29mflying time
from $449one-way, 2 stops, seen 11 Sept 2026
Ultra long-haulroute

Route snapshot: London to Tokyo

London (LHR) to Tokyo (NRT) is 9,591 km in a straight line, the equivalent of about 12h 29m in the air; we have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $449 with Air China (2 stops), departing 14 Sept 2026 — as of 11 Sept 2026.

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Why travelers watch this route

Fares seen

The lowest one-way fare seen was $449 with Air China (2 stops), departing 14 Sept 2026. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.

Seasonality

Tokyo demand usually strengthens around March – May, September – November, which can push fares higher on this corridor.

Who flies it

We have not confirmed a nonstop carrier on LHR–NRT; most travellers connect through a hub.

Airlines flying London to Tokyo

We have not confirmed which airlines fly LHR–NRT nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

London–Tokyo route intelligence

Updated analysis of the LHR–NRT corridor — distance, timing, and connecting options.

Route class
Ultra-long-haul
Distance
9,590 km
Flight time
12h

Route profile

London (LHR) to Tokyo (NRT) is a ultra-long-haul corridor spanning approximately 9,590 km, with typical block time around 12h.

Best time to book

Ultra-long-haul corridors reward early planners — fares are softest 12-16 weeks before departure. Premium-cabin awards open ~330 days out.

Demand-spike calendar: Golden Week (late April-early May), Obon (mid-August), and the cherry-blossom window (late March-April) are the three predictable demand surges. Booking 12+ weeks ahead saves 25-40%.

Visa & arrival

Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between UK and Japan — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.

Best time to fly to Tokyo

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Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

Peak season: March – May, September – November

Direct & Connecting Flights

We have not seen a nonstop fare between London (LHR) and Tokyo (NRT), so most itineraries connect through a hub.

Fares & Price Guide

The lowest one-way fare seen on LHR–NRT was $449 USD (2 stops) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.

About Tokyo, Japan

Flights arrive at Narita International Airport (NRT). Best visited during March – May, September – November. See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.

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