How long is the flight from London to Japan?

KLM, British Airways, and Vietnam Airlines can get you from London to Japan in just under 13h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h. London and Japan are separated by a distance of 5956 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

£251 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Eastern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and Shenzhen Airlines, with prices starting from £252 and £266, 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 to Japan?

Most travelers choose London Heathrow - Tokyo Haneda, London Heathrow - Tokyo Narita or London Gatwick - Tokyo Haneda when deciding on the best route from London to Japan.

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

Japan Airlines, Air China and China Eastern are the most popular airlines when flying from London to Japan.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from London to Japan?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Japan?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Japan (average of £611). Flying from London to Japan in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,096). 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 LON to JP?

When flying from London to Japan, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus 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 at night 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 to Japan?

The price you pay for your flight from London to Japan may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London 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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines,Air China, andChina Southern from London 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.

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

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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

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8.3

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2.0

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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

China Southern

7.3

Good

172 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

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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

China Eastern

7.3

Good

236 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

British Airways

6.7

Okay

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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

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How long is the flight from London to Japan?
KLM, British Airways, and Vietnam Airlines can get you from London to Japan in just under 13h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h. London and Japan are separated by a distance of 5956 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Japan one-way?
£251 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Eastern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air China and Shenzhen Airlines, with prices starting from £252 and £266, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from London to Japan?
Most travelers choose London Heathrow - Tokyo Haneda, London Heathrow - Tokyo Narita or London Gatwick - Tokyo Haneda when deciding on the best route from London to Japan.
Can I find deals for flights from London to Japan that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on London to Japan flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from London to Japan?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Japan.
Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Japan?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Japan?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Japan (average of £611). Flying from London to Japan in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,096). 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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Shenzhen Airlines	Cheapest£332	Average£700	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
Korean Air	Cheapest£380	Average£1,016	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Korean Air flights
China Southern	Cheapest£382	Average£584	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
Austrian Airlines	Cheapest£399	Average£687	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Austrian Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest£435	Average£900	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
KLM	Cheapest£555	Average£869	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Air India	Cheapest£616	Average£711	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air India flights
Iberia	Cheapest£621	Average£838	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Iberia flights
SWISS	Cheapest£673	Average£863	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
ANA	Cheapest£685	Average£1,112	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search ANA flights

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Find hourly flight availability from London 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 5 September 2026.

When flying from London to Japan, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus 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 at night 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 to Japan?

The price you pay for your flight from London to Japan may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London 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

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines,Air China, andChina Southern from London 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.

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What are the most popular routes from London to Japan?

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How can I find direct flights from London to Japan?

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