Travelling from Belfast to Tokyo: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Belfast to Tokyo. Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are Belfast's main airports.
Touch down in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo nine hours ahead of Belfast.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Belfast to Tokyo flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Tokyo
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Belfast to Tokyo flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Belfast to Tokyo across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Belfast to Tokyo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Belfast to Tokyo flights.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your travels. When booking your Belfast to Tokyo flight, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is one option if you're flying out of Belfast International Airport.
Located around 19 kilometres from central Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of all flights departing from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% land on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Take a moment to recharge during your Belfast to Tokyo flight with a stopover. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a popular option between George Best Belfast City Airport and Tokyo.
You can get to BHD from central Belfast in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Belfast to Tokyo? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is approximately 18 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Book a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from Belfast to Tokyo. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Haneda Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Belfast to Tokyo has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Belfast to Tokyo:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Belfast to Tokyo. April is the most popular month to travel to Tokyo. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Belfast to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Tokyo in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Tokyo, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey about 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to check off its popular sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Osaka is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without experiencing Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
