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Cheapest return flight
£617
Typical prices: £815-£1,211
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Sun 25/11Mon 10/12
EDI - NRT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£290
Typical prices: £452-£802
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/12
EDI - NRT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Tokyo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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EDI - NRT
Cheapest • 1% average savings
EDI - HND
Most popular
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 18% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg £783 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 17h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo (EDI-TYO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Tokyo

Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 10 Dec
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09:45 - 20:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NRT Tokyo Narita
26h 10m2 stops London Gatwick Shanghai Pu Dong
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16:55 - 19:15NRT  Tokyo Narita-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 20m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong London Gatwick
£617Multiple Airlines
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
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19:55 - 15:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NRT Tokyo Narita
35h 00m2 stops Dublin Shanghai Pu Dong
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10:55 - 08:35NRT  Tokyo Narita-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 40m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Dublin
£628Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
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11:30 - 19:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HND Tokyo Haneda
22h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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02:00 - 22:15HND  Tokyo Haneda-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 15m2 stops Incheon Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£857Air France
Tue, 5 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
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11:30 - 19:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HND Tokyo Haneda
22h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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02:00 - 22:15HND  Tokyo Haneda-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 15m2 stops Incheon Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£859Air France
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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14:05 - 11:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NRT Tokyo Narita
36h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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21:55 - 12:35NRT  Tokyo Narita-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£950Qatar Airways
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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14:05 - 11:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-NRT Tokyo Narita
36h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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21:55 - 12:35NRT  Tokyo Narita-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£950Qatar Airways
Tue, 5 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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06:45 - 08:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HND Tokyo Haneda
17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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10:45 - 23:15HND  Tokyo Haneda-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
21h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
£956Lufthansa
Sat, 5 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
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06:45 - 08:45EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HND Tokyo Haneda
17h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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10:45 - 23:20HND  Tokyo Haneda-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
21h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
£1,089Lufthansa
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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13:25 - 20:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HND Tokyo Haneda
22h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Shanghai Pu Dong
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08:40 - 23:05HND  Tokyo Haneda-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
23h 25m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,213China Eastern
Thu, 29 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
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13:25 - 20:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-HND Tokyo Haneda
22h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Shanghai Pu Dong
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20:15 - 23:05HND  Tokyo Haneda-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Amsterdam Schiphol
£1,214China Eastern
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Edinburgh to Tokyo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Edinburgh to Tokyo flight route?

There's little price difference between Edinburgh to Tokyo routes. They average around £958 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Tokyo?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Tokyo and is 7% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Tokyo?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Tokyo at £789 return.
  • April (£1,172) and March (£1,145) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Edinburgh to Tokyo the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Tokyo flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£290
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
Flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo Narita Airport

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Tokyo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Tokyo flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Tokyo?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and may arrive at several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 10% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Edinburgh to Tokyo route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £894 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,114, a difference of £221. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tokyo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tokyo are Ginza, Shinjuku Train Station, and Akihabara Electric Town. These are among the most viewed places in Tokyo on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Tokyo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 5% above the route average of £959. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Tokyo?

    A direct flight from Edinburgh to Tokyo takes 0h 00m, covering 5,741 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Tokyo?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Tokyo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Tokyo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £640, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Edinburgh to Tokyo?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 53m, compared to 18h 06m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 19h 42m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Tokyo?

    Tokyo is 8 hours ahead of Edinburgh (Japan Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car hire options are available in Tokyo?

    Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) – daily rates from around £13:

    · Yesaway
    · Times
    · IX Rental
    · Avis
    · Wheego

    Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) – daily rates from around £10:

    · Relax Rent A Car
    · Yesaway
    · Times
    · IX Rental
    · JDM Rent a car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Tokyo flight?

    Return flights from Edinburgh to Tokyo range from £815 to £1,211, with an average of £959 over the past 12 months. Anything below £815 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Tokyo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average £894 – about £221 less than Saturday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Tokyo trip for January. Fares historically average £789 return in that month – typically £383 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tokyo Haneda Airport.
    - Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport, WorldHotels
    - The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda Airport Terminal 3
    - Hotel Mystays Haneda

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