How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Japan?

Shenzhen Airlines, Etihad Airways, and British Airways can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Japan in just under 13h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 55m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Japan is about 5956 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

For one-way options, check prices for Shenzhen Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £267. Users have also found prices from £308 and £311 on Air China and China Southern, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 50.0 - 210.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

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

While some choose either London Heathrow - Tokyo Narita or London Heathrow - Osaka Kansai Intl, London Heathrow - Tokyo Haneda is the most popular route from London Heathrow Airport to Japan.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Heathrow Airport to Japan?

When booking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Japan, you may want to consider flying on Japan Airlines, Air China or British Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Japan?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Heathrow to Japan that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 September 2026.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Japan (average of £768). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,191). 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 LHR to JP?

It’s optimal to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Japan in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How often are flights from London to Japan delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between London and Japan have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Japan flights?

Over the past year, Japan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Japan, you should look to book at least 29 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Japan?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Japan flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines,ANA, andCathay Pacific from London Heathrow Airport to Japan have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,911 reviews

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2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,911 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings

ANA

8.3

Very Good

1,309 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,911 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

1,471 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,911 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings

Air China

7.4

Good

163 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,911 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,206 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,911 reviews

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2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings

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How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Japan?
Shenzhen Airlines, Etihad Airways, and British Airways can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Japan in just under 13h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 18h 55m. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Japan is about 5956 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Japan one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Shenzhen Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £267. Users have also found prices from £308 and £311 on Air China and China Southern, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from London Heathrow Airport to Japan?
While some choose either London Heathrow - Tokyo Narita or London Heathrow - Osaka Kansai Intl, London Heathrow - Tokyo Haneda is the most popular route from London Heathrow Airport to Japan.
Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Japan that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Japan flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Japan?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Japan.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Japan?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Japan?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Japan (average of £768). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,191). 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 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Japan

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Shenzhen Airlines	Cheapest£332	Average£701	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
Korean Air	Cheapest£381	Average£1,017	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Korean Air flights
Austrian Airlines	Cheapest£399	Average£688	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Austrian Airlines flights
China Eastern	Cheapest£424	Average£651	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	Cheapest£427	Average£536	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest£435	Average£901	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	Cheapest£555	Average£870	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Air India	Cheapest£617	Average£711	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air India flights
Iberia	Cheapest£622	Average£839	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Iberia flights
SWISS	Cheapest£674	Average£864	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to JapanExplore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 September 2026.

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Best flights from Heathrow to JapanDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Heathrow to Japan that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 September 2026.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 4 September 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Japan in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How often are flights from London to Japan delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between London and Japan have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 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 early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Japan flights?

Over the past year, Japan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Japan, you should look to book at least 29 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Japan?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Japan. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Japan flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines,ANA, andCathay Pacific from London Heathrow Airport to Japan have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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