London (LON) → Tokyo (TYO) flights
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Quick facts
- Airports: London (LHR/LGW/STN/LTN/LCY) → Tokyo (HND/NRT)
- Typical duration: ~11–13h direct; ~13–16h 1-stop
- Best months: Mar–May (sakura) & Oct–Nov (autumn)
- Tip: Direct saves time; 1-stop via HEL/DOH/DXB can undercut price.
Price tips for LON → TYO
- Try flexible dates across sakura shoulder weeks for value.
- Compare HND vs NRT — HND is closer to central Tokyo.
- Check sales from Gulf & European hubs for 1-stop itineraries.
Local highlights
In London
- King’s Cross → Coal Drops Yard design loop
- Barbican & St Paul’s skyline walk
- Hampstead Heath viewpoints
In Tokyo
- Asakusa, Meiji Shrine & Yoyogi Park
- TeamLab digital art (Odaiba/Azabudai)
- Tsukiji outer market food crawl
Festivals & events
London
- Open House Festival (Sep)
- Trooping the Colour (Jun)
- Bonfire Night (Nov)
Tokyo
- Sakura season (Mar–Apr)
- Sumida River Fireworks (Jul)
- Autumn foliage (Oct–Nov)