Cheap flights from Japan to the United Kingdom from £293

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 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FUK — LHR
27 May — 3 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Japan to United Kingdom

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Cheapest flights from Japan to United Kingdom
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Japan to United Kingdom. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 April 2026.

Tue 24/1114:25
KIX
-
LHR
1 stop37h 10m
China Southern
Sun 29/1122:00
LHR
-
KIX
1 stop30h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 24/4£564
Wed 25/1114:25
KIX
-
LHR
1 stop37h 10m
China Southern
Sun 29/1122:00
LHR
-
KIX
1 stop30h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 26/4£580
Wed 25/1114:25
KIX
-
LHR
1 stop37h 10m
China Southern
Mon 30/1122:00
LHR
-
KIX
1 stop30h 05m
China Southern
Deal found 24/4£602
Thu 21/516:45
KIX
-
LGW
1 stop22h 10m
Air China
Thu 28/511:15
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop20h 10m
Air China
Deal found 23/4£614
Wed 20/516:45
KIX
-
LGW
1 stop22h 15m
Air China
Wed 27/511:15
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop20h 10m
Air China
Deal found 22/4£615
Tue 19/502:15
KIX
-
STN
2 stops29h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/506:15
STN
-
KIX
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£621
Sun 10/518:40
KIX
-
LHR
1 stop32h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/520:45
LHR
-
KIX
1 stop31h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/4£640
Wed 25/1116:30
KIX
-
LGW
1 stop23h 25m
Air China
Sun 29/1111:05
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop18h 55m
Air China
Deal found 25/4£641
Wed 17/618:40
KIX
-
LHR
1 stop20h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/620:50
LHR
-
KIX
1 stop31h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/4£641
Fri 22/518:40
KIX
-
LHR
1 stop32h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/521:45
LHR
-
KIX
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4£643
Wed 10/618:40
KIX
-
LHR
1 stop20h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 17/621:45
LHR
-
KIX
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/4£644
Wed 17/609:05
KIX
-
LGW
1 stop29h 30m
Air China
Mon 22/612:35
LGW
-
KIX
1 stop16h 05m
Air China
Deal found 26/4£645

Find flight deals from Japan to United Kingdom

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Japan to United Kingdom flight deals. Data was last updated 27 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£614

One-way from

£293

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£1,052

Good round-trip deal

£933 or less

Good one-way deal

£1,120 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 21/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 20m total
  • Japan to United Kingdom
18/5
  • 18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Japan to United Kingdom
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£92 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Japan to United Kingdom.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Japan to United Kingdom.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Japan to United Kingdom 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 27 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Japan to the United Kingdom that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

TokyoLondon

NRT - STN

NRTSTN

Tokyo Narita

Fri 5/6

17:40-17:35

2 stops31h 55m

London Stansted

Fri 12/6

18:00-12:30

2 stops34h 30m

£651

OsakaLondon

KIX - LHR

KIXLHR

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 10/6

00:55-19:10

2 stops26h 15m

London Heathrow

Thu 18/6

20:50-07:55

2 stops27h 05m

£669

OsakaLondon

KIX - LHR

KIXLHR

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 15/5

18:40-12:45

1 stop26h 05m

London Heathrow

Tue 9/6

09:30-11:50

1 stop18h 20m

£674

TokyoLondon

NRT - LGW

NRTLGW

Tokyo Narita

Fri 23/10

13:00-15:00

1 stop34h 00m

London Gatwick

Mon 16/11

17:00-12:50

1 stop34h 50m

£726

OsakaLondon

KIX - LGW

KIXLGW

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 8/9

11:05-07:25

2 stops28h 20m

London Gatwick

Wed 16/9

11:15-15:25

1 stop20h 10m

£743

TokyoLondon

HND - LGW

HNDLGW

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 28/6

17:10-06:40

1 stop21h 30m

London Gatwick

Wed 22/7

11:35-18:30

1 stop22h 55m

£759

TokyoLondon

HND - LGW

HNDLGW

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 8/6

20:00-15:00

1 stop27h 00m

London Gatwick

Wed 24/6

11:35-15:50

1 stop20h 15m

£760

OsakaLondon

KIX - LGW

KIXLGW

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 6/7

13:10-15:00

1 stop33h 50m

London Gatwick

Sun 12/7

11:35-12:10

1 stop16h 35m

£765

OsakaLondon

KIX - LGW

KIXLGW

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 5/7

14:20-15:00

1 stop32h 40m

London Gatwick

Mon 13/7

11:35-18:00

1 stop22h 25m

£765

OsakaLondon

KIX - LHR

KIXLHR

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 16/9

02:15-14:20

1 stop20h 05m

London Heathrow

Sun 11/10

16:35-18:30

1 stop17h 55m

£791

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Japan to United Kingdom

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Japan to United Kingdom?

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Japan to United Kingdom. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to United Kingdom (average of £216). Flying from Japan to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of £534). 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 JP to GB?

Find hourly flight availability from Japan to United Kingdom. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 April 2026.

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

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

About 14% of weekly flights between Japan and United Kingdom have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 113 minutes.

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

Wednesday 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 Japan to the United Kingdom flights?

Over the past year, Japan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Kingdom

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Kingdom. 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 United Kingdom. Reviews last updated 27 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andChina Eastern from Japan to the United Kingdom by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Evan,Feb 2026

NRT - ORD

They didn't get my order for vegetarian meals, and the non-veggie options were mediocre. But the crew was very nice an tried to help as well as they could.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Japan to United Kingdom in 22h 10m. Fly via Air China, China Eastern, or Emirates to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 5929 mi. 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 Japan to United Kingdom one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air China, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £173. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hainan Airlines and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from Japan to United Kingdom for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to United Kingdom (average of £216). Flying from Japan to United Kingdom in July is currently the most expensive (average of £534). 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 5 airlines flying from Japan to United Kingdom

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Japan to United Kingdom. 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 27 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Juneyao AirlinesCheapest£579Average£883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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China EasternCheapest£584Average£837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air ChinaCheapest£761Average£854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£832Average£1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest£855Average£1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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