Travelling from Victoria to Tokyo: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Victoria. Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Victoria to Tokyo departing from here.
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's major entry points.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo 17 hours ahead of Victoria.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your Victoria to Tokyo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Tokyo
To pick up cheap Victoria to Tokyo flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Flying from Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
YYJ is about 24 kilometres from central Victoria. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Victoria to Tokyo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Victoria International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Victoria International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Victoria to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Grab a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda Airport about three weeks before your trip.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. Following your flight from Victoria to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to NRT. Unwind after your Victoria to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Tokyo Narita Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the quietest month for flights from Victoria to Tokyo, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Book your Victoria to Tokyo ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap flights from Victoria to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Victoria to Tokyo, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street are must-visits when exploring Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres to the west, top sights here include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Japan, head for Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are among the biggest draws.