Travelling from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Tokyo: what you need to know
London Stansted Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is nine hours ahead of London.
Allow plenty of time to catch your STN to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from STN to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 48 kilometres from central London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to STN? If you've booked an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
London Stansted Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart STN land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Tokyo
The best price we've seen for a one-way London Stansted Airport to Tokyo flight is Rs131,140. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs232,781. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from STN to Tokyo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London Stansted Airport to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks before your flight from STN to Tokyo.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is located around 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from London Stansted Airport to Tokyo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near NRT. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your STN to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the busiest month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, head to Tokyo in December.
Book a London Stansted Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STN to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London Stansted Airport to Tokyo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are a couple of big attractions to add to your Tokyo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Travel about 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its top attractions. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.