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$453+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) to Tokyo (TYO)

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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — TYO
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Tokyo are usually found in November or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Tokyo (TYO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$690
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$453
(Trip.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,186

Good round-trip deal

$1,207 or less

Good one-way deal

$949 or less
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/158:25 pmLHR - HND
1 stop15h 35mAir China
Wed 10/227:20 pmHND - LHR
1 stop33h 10mAir China
Deal found 9/13$696
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/158:25 pmLHR - NRT
1 stop14h 25mAir China
Wed 10/223:15 pmNRT - LHR
1 stop34h 30mAir China
Deal found 9/13$696
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/139:20 pmLHR - HND
1 stop32h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 10/202:30 pmHND - LHR
1 stop36h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/15$699
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:25 pmLHR - NRT
1 stop14h 25mAir China
Tue 10/213:15 pmNRT - LHR
1 stop37h 15mAir China
Deal found 9/14$700
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1310:40 pmLHR - HND
1 stop14h 50mAir China
Mon 10/207:20 pmHND - LHR
1 stop30h 25mAir China
Deal found 9/15$703
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/15:40 pmLHR - NRT
1 stop16h 20mAir China
Sun 11/163:15 pmNRT - LHR
1 stop35h 35mAir China
Deal found 9/15$703
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Mon 11/39:00 pmLHR - HND
1 stop33h 50mChina Eastern
Mon 11/105:10 pmHND - LHR
1 stop33h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/13$711
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:00 pmLHR - HND
1 stop36h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 11/65:10 pmHND - LHR
1 stop33h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/15$713
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:00 pmLHR - NRT
1 stop30h 50mChina Eastern
Thu 11/131:00 pmNRT - LHR
1 stop37h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/13$713
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/139:20 pmLHR - NRT
1 stop34h 35mChina Eastern
Mon 10/201:50 pmNRT - LHR
1 stop36h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/15$714
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/129:00 pmLHR - HND
1 stop33h 00mChina Southern
Thu 10/2310:45 amHND - LHR
1 stop40h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 9/14$716
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Tue 11/49:00 pmLHR - NRT
2 stops30h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 11/111:00 pmNRT - LHR
1 stop37h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/14$717

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Tokyo 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo that are best for you.

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LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Sun 12/7

9:10 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop35h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 12/16

7:00 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$941

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Thu 12/4

9:00 am-10:15 am

2 stops40h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 12/18

12:10 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$1,052

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Tue 12/2

8:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop29h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 12/22

9:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$1,066

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Sun 12/7

8:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop29h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 12/22

9:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops36h 05m

$1,066

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Sun 12/7

8:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop29h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 12/17

1:20 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$1,066

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Sun 12/7

11:00 am-7:45 am

2 stops35h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 12/17

9:30 am-7:15 am

1 stop30h 45m

$1,070

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Mon 2/23

8:50 am-11:40 am

1 stop17h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 3/7

5:20 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,082

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Mon 12/8

8:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop29h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 12/19

9:00 am-6:10 pm

2 stops42h 10m

$1,093

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Wed 12/3

8:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop29h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 12/19

9:00 am-2:30 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$1,093

LondonTokyo

LHR - NRT

LHRNRT

London Heathrow

Sat 2/21

1:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop36h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 3/6

9:00 am-2:30 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$1,114

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The best insider tips for London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo trip
Airports
LHR

Expect strict security at Heathrow. Ensure liquids are in a small bag and remove suspicious items to avoid delays.

Read more about LHRby Ramsey Qubein
HND

Haneda offers quick transport to Tokyo via the Keikyu Line or Monorail, reaching central Tokyo in about 13 minutes.

Read more about HNDby Gabriel Leigh
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LHR

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on HND

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Tokyo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Tokyo from Heathrow with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heathrow to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, you should look to book at least 50 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 month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo (average of $807). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,218). 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 TYO?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Heathrow to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Tokyo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

The most flights from LHR to TYO are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Zurich (ZRH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 52% of 1-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Beijing (PKX) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $705.

What’s the fastest layover option from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 17h 05m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 49m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Air China from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
Air China
7.2
Good
99 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,924 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Brian,Sep 2025

HNL - NRT

Extremely fast boarding. Great food. Polite flight attendants. Leg space in regular economy is the largest I have experienced.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Tokyo. 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 Heathrow Airport to Tokyo?

    There are many flights that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo in 35h 50m. Fly via Shenzhen Airlines, Etihad Airways, or SWISS to get the fastest option. The distance from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo is about 5956 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo round-trip?

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Tokyo, with prices starting at $610. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air China and ANA, with the lowest prices starting at $632 and $960, respectively. Users have found that China Eastern is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo are Shenzhen Airlines ($481), Tianjin Airlines ($492), and Air India ($519).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Tokyo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Tokyo 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 Tokyo?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo (average of $807). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Tokyo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,218). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$610Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$632Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$960Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,218Average$1,619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,501Average$1,644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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