How many flights from London to Tokyo are non-stop?

Historically, approximately 5.3% of flights from London to Tokyo have been non-stop. For flights with layovers, the median number of stopovers observed across the trailing 90 days was 2. This suggests that the majority of travelers on this route typically experience at least one connection. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights when planning their journey.

How long does it take to fly from London to Tokyo?

A direct flight from London to Tokyo typically takes around 14 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 9591 kilometers. Flights with one stop, on average, have a median duration of 19 hours and 30 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with non-stop options. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their itinerary.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from London to Tokyo?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from London to Tokyo. Connecting flights had a median price of $1643 across the trailing 90 days, while direct flights had a median price of $2247. This represents a premium of approximately 37% for direct flights. Direct flights also constitute a smaller share of the available options, at about 5.1%.

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London to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Tokyo

Right now, 7% of recent fares for cheap flights from London to Tokyo are considered a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $1317–$2032, with a median of $1631. Current fares are below the typical level, suggesting a potentially good time to consider booking.

A typical journey from London to Tokyo takes about 14h 15m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. The median connecting flight time is 22h 55m, while non-stop flights, when available, have a median duration of 14h 15m.

Most itineraries from London to Tokyo connect at least once. Only 5.3% of recent fares were for direct flights from London to Tokyo. For the majority of flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Tokyo? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $1016. Following closely are May, with a median fare of $1280, and April, with a median fare of $1326. These months offer the lowest median prices for this long-haul route.

The distance between London and Tokyo is approximately 9591 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant distance contributes to the longer flight times and often involves multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from London to Tokyo

Regular price: £644 - £1,161

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from London to Tokyo typically range from 644 GBP to 1161 GBP. The current lowest deal is 502 GBP with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Sep 3-Sep 10.

now £502

Low £644

High £1,161

The cheapest time to fly from London to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from London to Tokyo is May, with a median price of $1440. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1906. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

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Cheapest

Flights from £1,440

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Flights from £1,906

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Direct flights from London to Tokyo

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Last-minute flights going from London to Tokyo

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China Southern Airlines

£708

£502

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Air China

£740

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China Southern Airlines

£728

£502

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China Southern Airlines

£704

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China Southern Airlines

£702

£531

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China Southern Airlines

£702

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Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Tokyo

13 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 17

£1,027 → £550

46%

15 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 17

£1,011 → £561

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£940 → £521

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Dec 2 - Dec 23

£1,009 → £594

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Popular Airports to fly from London to Tokyo

London - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Tokyo are below the typical level, with prices from $1317 to $2032.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly from London to Tokyo, with a median price of $1440.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 14h 15m

Direct flights from London to Tokyo typically take 14h 15m, while connecting flights average 22h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

About 5.3% of recent flights from London to Tokyo are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

All Nippon Airways is one airline that offers direct flights on the London to Tokyo route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from London to Tokyo appear frequently, offering more opportunities to save.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

Heathrow offers the cheapest flights from London to Tokyo, making it a great value departure.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£498

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

Narita International Airport is a good option for flights from London to Tokyo, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~63 km from Tokyo (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~£498

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki is a practical low-cost alternative due to its proximity to Tokyo, despite limited international routes.

📍 ~70 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£690

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from London to Tokyo is within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price for flights was found to be $1258. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees an average price of $1346, while waiting until 28-59 days before departure can result in significantly higher average prices, around $2206. These trends are observed across the trailing 90 days of flight data.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from London to Tokyo is considered to be $1317 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $1631. Fares exceeding $2032 are typically in the higher price range for this route. These figures provide a useful benchmark for travelers seeking value.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from London to Tokyo, with a median price of $1016. Other relatively inexpensive months include May, with a median price of $1280, and April, with a median price of $1326. The annual median price for this route is $1631, indicating that certain months offer substantial savings. These insights are based on data from the trailing 270 days.

London to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from London to Tokyo

Regular price: £644 - £1,161

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from London to Tokyo typically range from 644 GBP to 1161 GBP. The current lowest deal is 502 GBP with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Sep 3-Sep 10.

now £502

Low £644

High £1,161

The cheapest time to fly from London to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from London to Tokyo is May, with a median price of $1440. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1906. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from £1,440

March

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,906

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