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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Japan from £278

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — FUK
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 8 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£557

One-way from

£278

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£919
9/11-22/11
  • 9/11-22/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 96h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to Japan
6/9
  • 6/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 00m total
  • Edinburgh to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£65 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Japan

Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 July 2025.

Sun 9/1106:20EDI - NRT
2 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1114:35NRT - EDI
2 stops50h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7£557
Thu 20/1115:10EDI - HND
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1210:45HND - EDI
2 stops53h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7£559
Wed 5/1113:20EDI - KIX
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1115:25KIX - EDI
2 stops49h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7£600
Fri 5/912:00EDI - NRT
1 stop15h 55mHainan Airlines
Tue 23/913:55NRT - EDI
1 stop25h 05mHainan Airlines
Deal found 7/7£658
Fri 3/1017:30EDI - HND
2 stops36h 50mChina Southern
Thu 16/1015:40HND - EDI
2 stops39h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 6/7£731
Thu 6/1106:00EDI - HND
2 stops29h 50mChina Eastern
Sat 22/1120:15HND - EDI
2 stops35h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/7£796
Mon 1/1211:00EDI - NRT
1 stop36h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/1210:15NRT - EDI
1 stop32h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/7£845
Mon 1/1206:05EDI - HND
1 stop26h 50mLufthansa
Wed 10/1212:35HND - EDI
1 stop19h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 7/7£852
Sun 14/1219:45EDI - NRT
1 stop29h 25mSWISS
Thu 25/1212:10NRT - EDI
1 stop39h 55mSWISS
Deal found 6/7£853
Mon 1/915:10EDI - HND
1 stop24h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 30/922:50HND - EDI
1 stop22h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/7£877
Wed 19/1106:25EDI - HND
1 stop16h 10mBritish Airways
Fri 5/1213:15HND - EDI
1 stop27h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/7£887
Mon 1/910:35EDI - HND
1 stop24h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 30/921:45HND - EDI
1 stop19h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/7£889

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Japan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 8 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Japan that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghTokyo

EDI - NRT

EDINRT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 9/11

06:20-13:20

2 stops46h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 22/11

14:35-07:35

2 stops50h 00m

£557

EdinburghTokyo

EDI - HND

EDIHND

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 20/11

15:10-13:35

2 stops37h 25m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 6/12

10:45-07:35

2 stops53h 50m

£559

EdinburghOsaka

EDI - KIX

EDIKIX

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/11

13:20-13:55

2 stops39h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 19/11

15:25-07:30

2 stops49h 05m

£600

EdinburghTokyo

EDI - NRT

EDINRT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 5/9

12:00-11:55

1 stop15h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 23/9

13:55-07:00

1 stop25h 05m

£658

EdinburghTokyo

EDI - HND

EDIHND

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 3/10

17:30-14:20

2 stops36h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 16/10

15:40-23:05

2 stops39h 25m

£731

EdinburghTokyo

EDI - HND

EDIHND

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 6/11

06:00-20:50

2 stops29h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 22/11

20:15-23:10

2 stops35h 55m

£796

EdinburghTokyo

EDI - NRT

EDINRT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/12

11:00-08:45

1 stop36h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 10/12

10:15-10:00

1 stop32h 45m

£845

EdinburghTokyo

EDI - HND

EDIHND

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/12

06:05-17:55

1 stop26h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 10/12

12:35-23:15

1 stop19h 40m

£852

EdinburghTokyo

EDI - NRT

EDINRT

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 14/12

19:45-10:10

1 stop29h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 25/12

12:10-19:05

1 stop39h 55m

£853

EdinburghTokyo

EDI - HND

EDIHND

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 1/9

15:10-23:55

1 stop24h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 30/9

22:50-13:40

1 stop22h 50m

£877

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Japan

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Japan?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Japan (average of £550). Flying from Edinburgh to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,239). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 July 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Edinburgh to Japan as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Japan. Reviews last updated 8 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Hainan Airlines, Emirates, andKLM from Edinburgh to Japan. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

8.6

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

CAN - PEK

Excellent services. The staff were amazing. Although if there was something that I could suggest to improve the services I’d say that snacks and drinks should be offered in between meals. Other than that then it was a lovely flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Japan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Edinburgh to Japan flights?

    Flights to Japan from Edinburgh arrive at one of the two main airports of the country's capital city of Tokyo. Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is situated some 37 miles from the city centre. It is the country's busiest airport, making it Japan’s primary international gateway. The other major hub used along this route is Tokyo International Airport (HRT), also known as Tokyo Haneda Airport. Tokyo Haneda ranks among the world’s top 10 busiest airports by passenger volume and, at 9.3 miles, is the closer of the two to Central Tokyo. It uses one international passenger terminal (Terminal 3) while Tokyo Narita uses two international terminals: Terminals 1 and 2. The point of origin for these flights is Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), located approx. six miles from central Edinburgh. It uses one terminal building and ranks as Scotland’s busiest airport and the sixth busiest in the UK.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Edinburgh to Japan?

    Whilst direct flights from Edinburgh to Japan are not currently available, British Airways and KLM offer one-stop service to both Tokyo metro airports. The British Airways service makes connections in London en route to Tokyo Haneda Airport, while passengers aboard KLM flights will have a stopover in Amsterdam before continuing on to Tokyo Narita Airport. In addition, there are secondary routes to Japan from Edinburgh. KLM uses an additional route via Amsterdam and Osaka to Tokyo Haneda, while Etihad Airways operates a service via Amsterdam and Abu Dhabi to Tokyo Narita. Several connecting flights are redeye trips or involve extensive stopovers requiring overnight stays and plane transfers.

  • What are the stopover options between Edinburgh and Japan?

    You should anticipate KLM flights from Edinburgh to make stopovers at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). These can last between 1h-6h, for a total flight duration of between 13h 35min-18h 35min on the way to Tokyo Narita Airport. British Airways flights from Edinburgh destined for Tokyo Haneda Airport require stopovers of between 2h-11h., with total flight times varying from 15h 15min (shortest) to 24h 25min (longest). You should also be aware that some British Airways flights to Japan from Edinburgh involve plane transfers in partnership with Japan Airlines for the second leg of the trip to Tokyo. The vast majority of one-stop flights are less expensive than those requiring two or more connections.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Edinburgh to Japan?

    All UK citizens holding a valid British passport (including British National (Overseas) Passports) are permitted to stay in Japan for a period of up to 90 days visa-free. If you’re taking a flight to Japan from Edinburgh, the only requirement for entry is proof of a return or continuing transit ticket, which is considered evidence of your intention to leave within the designated period.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Japan?

    Located just 6.8 mi from the city center, Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Japan from Edinburgh.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Japan one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £674 on Emirates. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from £696 and Hainan Airlines from £703 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Edinburgh to Japan?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Japan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Japan flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Japan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Japan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Japan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Japan by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Japan?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Japan (average of £550). Flying from Edinburgh to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,239). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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China EasternCheapest£590Average£753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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British AirwaysCheapest£748Average£939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapest£753Average£969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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