Flying from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London nine hours behind Tokyo.
Your NRT to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like May. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Tokyo Narita Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NRT and LHR:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Rs103,343 is the lowest price for a one-way Tokyo Narita Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs249,648. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from NRT to LHR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from NRT to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
73% of flights that depart Tokyo Narita Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Tokyo to Tokyo Narita Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near NRT:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Tokyo Narita Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to London in March.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from NRT to LHR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, about 161 kilometres north-west of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are key reasons to visit.