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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Japan from £280

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — FUK
17 Aug — 24 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Japan

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2026.

Mon 9/1110:30
LGW
-
NGO
1 stop20h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 22/1113:35
NGO
-
LGW
1 stop33h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/7£580
Mon 9/1111:35
LGW
-
OKA
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/1111:55
OKA
-
LGW
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7£587
Tue 1/922:00
LGW
-
NGO
1 stop34h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 15/1113:35
NGO
-
LGW
1 stop33h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/7£600
Thu 3/920:20
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop16h 10m
Air China
Wed 9/909:05
KIX
-
LGW
1 stop17h 00m
Air China
Deal found 13/7£606
Sun 6/920:50
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/1118:10
KIX
-
LGW
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7£608
Thu 3/920:20
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop16h 10m
Air China
Thu 10/914:00
KIX
-
LGW
1 stop36h 05m
Air China
Deal found 13/7£610
Fri 13/1111:05
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop18h 55m
Air China
Thu 3/1216:30
KIX
-
LGW
1 stop23h 25m
Air China
Deal found 13/7£612
Tue 15/910:35
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop15h 05m
Air France
Tue 29/911:55
KIX
-
LGW
2 stops29h 30m
Air France
Deal found 17/7£615
Wed 11/1110:30
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/1111:45
KIX
-
LGW
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£620
Wed 9/918:00
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/1218:15
KIX
-
LGW
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£621
Mon 7/917:00
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop32h 40m
Air France
Wed 23/911:25
KIX
-
LGW
1 stop30h 00m
Air France
Deal found 14/7£621
Sat 12/911:35
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/1211:45
KIX
-
LGW
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7£624

Find flight deals from Gatwick to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 18 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£580

One-way from

£280

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£988
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 9/11-22/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 55m total
  • London to Japan
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31/8
  • 31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 30m total
  • London to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£86 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick 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 18 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Japan that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonOkinawa

LGW - OKA

LGWOKA

London Gatwick

Thu 3/9

11:35-18:05

2 stops22h 30m

Okinawa Naha

Fri 18/9

18:50-19:10

2 stops32h 20m

£683

LondonTokyo

LGW - HND

LGWHND

London Gatwick

Wed 14/10

11:35-16:00

2 stops44h 25m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 29/10

17:10-06:30

1 stop22h 20m

£684

LondonTokyo

LGW - HND

LGWHND

London Gatwick

Wed 11/11

17:00-15:50

1 stop37h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 25/11

08:40-06:30

1 stop30h 50m

£684
Fastest return journey

LondonOsaka

LGW - KIX

LGWKIX

London Gatwick

Mon 14/9

18:00-18:00

1 stop16h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 28/9

19:00-06:40

1 stop19h 40m

£696

LondonOsaka

LGW - ITM

LGWITM

London Gatwick

Thu 17/9

17:00-15:40

2 stops38h 40m

Osaka Itami

Wed 23/9

08:25-16:00

2 stops39h 35m

£741

LondonNagoya

LGW - NGO

LGWNGO

London Gatwick

Thu 12/11

10:30-16:00

1 stop20h 30m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Mon 16/11

13:35-06:30

1 stop25h 55m

£744

LondonTokyo

LGW - HND

LGWHND

London Gatwick

Sat 19/9

22:00-12:30

1 stop30h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 13/10

17:10-06:40

1 stop21h 30m

£745

LondonSapporo

LGW - CTS

LGWCTS

London Gatwick

Fri 6/11

17:00-12:30

1 stop34h 30m

Sapporo Chitose

Sun 15/11

13:30-14:00

1 stop33h 30m

£747

LondonTokyo

LGW - HND

LGWHND

London Gatwick

Sun 15/11

17:00-20:50

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 29/11

20:15-06:30

1 stop19h 15m

£750

LondonTokyo

LGW - HND

LGWHND

London Gatwick

Thu 5/11

10:30-15:50

1 stop20h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 26/11

17:10-06:30

1 stop22h 20m

£750

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Japan

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Japan

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Japan?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Japan (average of £428). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of £999). 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.

How often are flights from London to Japan delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between London and Japan have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 97 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Japan flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Japan?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Japan, you should look to book at least 48 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 18 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,China Southern, andAir China from London Gatwick Airport to Japan by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
China Southern
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Air China
7.4
Good
156 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
China Eastern
7.3
Good
228 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,628 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Japan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Japan?

    Airlines like China Eastern, Air France, and Qatar Airways fly from London Gatwick Airport to Japan in about 18h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 26h 10m. There are 5968 mi between London Gatwick Airport and Japan. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Japan one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is China Eastern, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £246. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air China and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from London Gatwick Airport to Japan for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to Japan?

    The most popular route from London Gatwick Airport to Japan is London Gatwick - Tokyo Haneda. You may also consider London Gatwick - Tokyo Narita or London Gatwick - Osaka Kansai Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to Japan?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Japan (average of £428). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of £999). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Gatwick to Japan

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to Japan. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest£373Average£645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest£384Average£691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest£424Average£693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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