Travelling from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Tokyo. Check out your options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when planning your flight from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 9 hours behind Tokyo.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Tokyo to LGW. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Tokyo to LGW departing from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
HND is approximately 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Break up your flight from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Narita International Airport and LGW include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
NRT is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 58 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to LGW:
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you have a late flight from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LGW:
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London is around 1 hour and 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 80 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
For a one-way ticket from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport, Rs94,495 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just Rs151,941. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from Tokyo to LGW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Tokyo to LGW.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
The best time to fly from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
February is the quietest time to travel to London. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for London. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Tokyo to LGW sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Tokyo to London Gatwick Airport:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your London to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Buckingham Palace.
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