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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Japan from £342

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — FUK
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Japan

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 December 2025.

Wed 31/1211:05LGW - NRT
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Thu 5/319:30NRT - LGW
1 stop20h 25mAir China
Deal found 22/12£447
Wed 31/1211:05LGW - NRT
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Wed 14/115:00NRT - LGW
1 stop24h 55mAir China
Deal found 22/12£498
Wed 31/1211:05LGW - NRT
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Sun 18/119:30NRT - LGW
1 stop20h 25mAir China
Deal found 23/12£500
Sun 28/1211:05LGW - NRT
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Fri 16/119:30NRT - LGW
1 stop20h 25mAir China
Deal found 23/12£573
Sun 28/1211:05LGW - NRT
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Wed 14/119:30NRT - LGW
1 stop20h 25mAir China
Deal found 23/12£590
Tue 30/1221:00LHR - HND
1 stop33h 50mChina Eastern
Tue 20/108:40HND - LHR
1 stop17h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 22/12£596
Wed 24/1211:05LGW - NRT
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Tue 13/119:30NRT - LGW
1 stop20h 25mAir China
Deal found 22/12£630
Thu 25/1211:05LGW - NRT
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Tue 13/115:00NRT - LGW
1 stop24h 55mAir China
Deal found 21/12£638
Wed 31/1210:30LGW - HND
1 stop20h 20mChina Eastern
Thu 5/320:15HND - LGW
1 stop19h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 22/12£643
Mon 29/1210:30LGW - HND
1 stop25h 20mChina Eastern
Mon 9/320:15HND - LGW
1 stop26h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/12£651
Tue 30/1217:40LHR - HND
1 stop18h 50mAir China
Mon 9/318:00HND - LHR
1 stop30h 55mAir China
Deal found 23/12£653
Sun 28/1211:05LGW - NRT
1 stop22h 05mAir China
Fri 30/119:30NRT - LGW
1 stop20h 25mAir China
Deal found 22/12£654

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 23 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£437

One-way from

£342

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£899

Good round-trip deal

£977 or less

Good one-way deal

£833 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 12/1-27/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 55m total
  • United Kingdom to Japan
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Air China
  • Air China
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 00m total
  • United Kingdom to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£121 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 23 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Japan that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

LondonTokyo

LGW - NRT

LGWNRT

London Gatwick

Fri 20/2

10:30-20:55

1 stop25h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 7/3

16:55-14:00

1 stop30h 05m

£474

LondonTokyo

LGW - NRT

LGWNRT

London Gatwick

Thu 23/4

11:35-12:00

1 stop16h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 10/5

10:55-06:40

1 stop27h 45m

£526

LondonTokyo

LTN - NRT

LTNNRT

London Luton

Sun 11/1

20:50-13:40

2 stops31h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 18/1

15:15-14:15

2 stops32h 00m

£578

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

21:10-18:00

1 stop35h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 10/3

19:00-19:10

1 stop33h 10m

£580

LondonTokyo

LGW - NRT

LGWNRT

London Gatwick

Tue 3/3

10:30-12:00

1 stop16h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 15/3

16:55-06:30

1 stop22h 35m

£586

LondonTokyo

LTN - HND

LTNHND

London Luton

Sat 17/1

20:50-16:20

2 stops34h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 27/1

21:00-20:10

2 stops32h 10m

£589

LondonTokyo

LTN - HND

LTNHND

London Luton

Thu 15/1

07:15-15:50

2 stops23h 35m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 29/1

14:30-10:20

2 stops28h 50m

£594

LondonTokyo

LGW - NRT

LGWNRT

London Gatwick

Thu 23/4

11:35-12:00

1 stop16h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 9/5

13:50-06:40

1 stop24h 50m

£598

LondonTokyo

LTN - HND

LTNHND

London Luton

Fri 16/1

13:55-21:30

2 stops22h 35m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 23/1

14:20-10:50

2 stops29h 30m

£601

LondonTokyo

LTN - HND

LTNHND

London Luton

Tue 13/1

07:10-18:30

2 stops26h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 18/1

14:30-10:35

2 stops29h 05m

£610

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to Japan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Japan

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Japan (average of £307). Flying from United Kingdom to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of £599). 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 GB to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 23 December 2025.

When flying from United Kingdom to Japan, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 7% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to Japan?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to Japan. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to Japan flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Japan delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Japan have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night 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?

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Kingdom 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.

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 23 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andChina Eastern from the United Kingdom 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
1,660 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,660 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,660 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,103 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,660 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
179 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,660 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Air China
7.2
Good
132 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,660 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,605 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,660 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Japan?

    There are many flights that can get you from United Kingdom to Japan in 25h 25m. Fly via China Eastern, Shenzhen Airlines, or Air India to get the fastest option. There are 5968 mi between United Kingdom and Japan. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Juneyao Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £209. Hainan Airlines flights start at £211 while deals on Shenzhen Airlines start at £229 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Japan?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Japan?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Japan (average of £307). Flying from United Kingdom to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of £599). 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 United Kingdom to Japan

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 23 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest£369Average£541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Juneyao AirlinesCheapest£381Average£677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Hainan AirlinesCheapest£413Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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FinnairCheapest£444Average£1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Shenzhen AirlinesCheapest£451Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air IndiaCheapest£568Average£650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£603Average£1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£646Average£911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£649Average£847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£678Average£869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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