Travelling from Cork Airport (ORK) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is nine hours ahead of Cork, where Cork Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your ORK to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from ORK to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Cork to ORK takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Cork Airport to Tokyo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ORK:
When it comes to Cork Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.51% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Tokyo
Rs111,343 is currently the best price for a one-way Cork Airport to Tokyo flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs232,494. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ORK to Tokyo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cork Airport to Tokyo across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ORK to Tokyo by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Book a hotel close to HND if you're coming in on a late flight from Cork Airport to Tokyo. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and chase adventure across Tokyo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks before your flight from ORK to Tokyo can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is around 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Cork Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near NRT. Unwind and get cosy after your ORK to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger 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
Before securing your flights from Cork Airport to Tokyo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Tokyo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Cork Airport to Tokyo flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORK to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Cork Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top attractions which should feature on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.