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Cheap Flights to Japan

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stop£466
Osaka
Osaka1 stop£453
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop£469
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop£429
Ishigaki
Ishigaki2 stops£895
Nagasaki
Nagasaki1 stop£533
Takamatsu
Takamatsu2 stops£1,052
Komatsu
Komatsu2 stops£717
Asahikawa
Asahikawa2 stops£746
Miyazaki
Miyazaki2 stops£816
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stop£466
Osaka
Osaka1 stop£453
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop£469
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop£429
Ishigaki
Ishigaki2 stops£895
Nagasaki
Nagasaki1 stop£533
Takamatsu
Takamatsu2 stops£1,052
Komatsu
Komatsu2 stops£717
Asahikawa
Asahikawa2 stops£746
Miyazaki
Miyazaki2 stops£816

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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Japan that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Japan

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 13:55LHR-KIX
31h 25m1 stop
China Southern Logo
15:25 - 18:35KIX-LHR
36h 10m1 stop
£453China Southern
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Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
China Southern Logo
21:30 - 13:55LHR-KIX
31h 25m1 stop
China Southern Logo
15:25 - 18:35KIX-LHR
36h 10m1 stop
£454China Southern
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Fri, 9 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
China Eastern Logo
21:00 - 16:30LHR-KIX
34h 30m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
13:10 - 17:30KIX-LHR
37h 20m1 stop
£455China Eastern
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Fri, 16 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb
China Eastern Logo
21:00 - 21:00LHR-KIX
15h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
17:30 - 17:30KIX-LHR
33h 00m1 stop
£457China Eastern
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Mon, 25 May - Sun, 7 Jun
Air China Logo
12:35 - 20:00LGW-HND
23h 25m1 stop
Air China Logo
08:30 - 06:35HND-LGW
30h 05m1 stop
£466Air China
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Sun, 11 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
Air China Logo
20:25 - 13:40LHR-NRT
32h 15m1 stop
Air China Logo
17:30 - 19:40NRT-LHR
35h 10m1 stop
£468Air China
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Wed, 14 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan
SWISS Logo
09:20 - 10:15LCY-NRT
15h 55m1 stop
SWISS Logo
12:10 - 17:05NRT-LCY
37h 55m1 stop
£701SWISS
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Fri, 30 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
SWISS Logo
09:20 - 10:15LCY-NRT
15h 55m1 stop
SWISS Logo
12:10 - 08:40NRT-LCY
29h 30m1 stop
£701SWISS
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Wed, 14 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
ANA Logo
09:50 - 17:55LCY-HND
23h 05m1 stop
ANA Logo
22:45 - 09:05HND-LCY
19h 20m1 stop
£732ANA
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Wed, 7 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
ANA Logo
09:50 - 08:45LCY-HND
37h 55m1 stop
ANA Logo
22:45 - 09:05HND-LCY
19h 20m1 stop
£745ANA
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Japan

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Japan to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Japan?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to Japan from the United Kingdom found in the last 72 hours was to Tokyo Haneda Airport, at £909 return. The most popular route is London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was £909.

What is the cheapest month to fly from the United Kingdom to Japan?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from the United Kingdom to Japan, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from the United Kingdom to Japan is February, when tickets cost £425 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,026 and £988 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from the United Kingdom to Japan?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Japan, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from the United Kingdom to Japan, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Japan?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan is Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), with an average flight price of £903.

Good to know - Cheap tickets to Japan

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£331
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to Osaka

FAQs - booking Japan flights

  • Are there direct flights to Japan?

    Most flights to Japan from the UK are indirect, though three airlines do offer direct flights to Japan: they are All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan Airlines (JAL) and British Airways (BA). Direct flights are the fastest to reach Japan (approx. 11-12h), though they are normally more expensive. Indirect flights take longer (approx. 14h) but are often cheaper and stopovers are often short, especially when changing flights within Europe.

  • Where should I fly to if I want to see Mt Fuji?

    To see Mt Fuji, fly to Tokyo. From there, you can easily travel to good places to take in views of Mt Fuji, such as within Tokyo city, Fujigoko, Hakone or even to Mt Fuji itself.

  • Where should I fly to if I want to visit Himeji Castle?

    You can easily travel to Himeji Castle by train from Kyoto, Tokyo, Osaka, and Hiroshima. The fastest would be by train from Osaka (approx. 30min), followed closely by Kyoto (approx. 45min). The closest airport to Osaka and Kyoto that receives international flights is Kansai International Airport.

  • Which airport in Osaka should I fly to?

    The two airports in Osaka are Kansai International Airport and Osaka International Airport (ITM). Osaka International Airport only receives domestic flights, however, it has the word "International" in its name because it was the city’s international airport before they built Kansai International Airport. Kansai is therefore the airport you will fly to from the UK. If you are flying from another part of Japan to Osaka, and have a choice between the two airports, choose Osaka International Airport as it is closer to the city centre.

  • What types of visas are available when you find cheap flights to Japan?

    Japan attracts many types of visitors for different reasons and therefore offers ten different types of visas, which are separated into long and short-term visas. Long-term visas include a highly skilled professional visa and the working visa. Short-term tourist visas are the most common and are available for citizens from Asia, Africa, Latin America and former Soviet Union nations.

  • Are there direct flights to Osaka, Japan?

    Osaka is home to two international airports, and both are hubs for Japan Airlines, which is local. You won't find direct flights to either of Osaka's airports Kansai Intl (KIX) and Itami Airport (ITM). There are one-stop flights to Kansai Intl, which are mostly provided by Emirates. It is possible to fly into Kansai International Airport from any of the major London-based airports, and flying from London Stansted Airport (STN) will be the cheapest option. 

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from the United Kingdom to Japan?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from the United Kingdom to Japan.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from the United Kingdom to Japan?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from the United Kingdom to Japan is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from the United Kingdom to Japan?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from the United Kingdom to Japan with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from the United Kingdom to Japan?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from the United Kingdom to Japan up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Japan?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Japan is Thursday when return tickets can be as cheap as £948. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, when return prices are £1,083 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Japan?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Japan is generally in the morning, when retur flights cost £1,065 on average. Morning departures are around 5% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Japan is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is £1,219.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Japan

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Japan flight deals.
  • Flights to Japan arrive at several aviation hubs. The busiest airports are in Tokyo – Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT). The distance from Haneda to central Tokyo is about 14km, while Narita is about 60km from the city centre. If you fly from the UK, you are most likely to land at Narita, but some international flights do land in Haneda. Although further from the city centre, Narita Airport is very well connected to central Tokyo with fast and efficient trains.
  • The two international airports in the centre of the country also handle many of the incoming international flights to Japan. The first is Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka and the second is Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) in Nagoya.
  • If you would like to fly to one of the islands in Japan, such as Kyushu, you can fly to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) or Okinawa Airport (OKA). However, these flights usually require a stopover in Tokyo.
  • British citizens travelling to Japan do not need a visa to enter the country, and you can stay for up to 90 days with no visa. You may need to present a proof of a return ticket or ticket for onward travel.
  • Japan’s currency is the yen they mainly use cash. You may have trouble paying with a foreign credit or debit card, so it is advisable to exchange some yen prior to travelling to Japan. However, most hotels, large department stores and mid- to high-end restaurants do accept cards.
  • If you are planning to travel to Japan during Sakura season, note that airfares and hotel rates may be higher than usual.
  • When looking to find cheap flights to Japan from the United Kingdom, you have the choice of three major London-based departure airports and five major international arrivals airports in Japan. The most frequent flights are between London Heathrow (LHR) and Tokyo Haneda (HND).
  • When you find cheap flights to Japan, you must keep in mind that public transport from any of the airports has limited operational times. They generally shut down at midnight and open at 05:00. This means that if you are travelling after hours, you should arrange transportation with your hotel or be ready to catch a taxi.
  • One-stop flights from London to Japan offer the best deals. Although slightly longer than direct flights, they are more frequent and you have the choice of leaving from one of four major London-based airports. Most one-stop flights arrive in Tokyo and are operated by Finnair, Turkish Airlines or Qatar Airways. The average one-stop flight is 18 hours.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Japan

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from the United Kingdom to Japan? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.3
Japan AirlinesOverall score based on 1630 reviews
8.7Crew
8.4Boarding
8.2Comfort
7.7Food
7.8Entertainment
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The crew was attentive and provided everything I needed. The food in business class was excellent.

10.0 ExcellentGaret, Nov 2025KIX - HND
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The crew was attentive and provided everything I needed. The food in business class was excellent.

Good experience for economy transpacific. Reasonable comfortable seats. Food was not as good as I expected or had on other prior transpacific flights but likely attribute that to rising cost of supplies. Staff is courteous. Overall, very good.

Good the crew was nice very kind and very helpful

The original email I received and flight that I paid for was for Japan Airlines. Since JAL is a partner with American, I ended up on an American Airlines plane. This would not be a problem, except that JAL allows 2 check in bags for free and American only allows 1. A $100.00 unexpected expense was very disturbing, especially since I will have to pay it again on my way home. I feel like it was a bait and switch. I never would have chosen American Airlines if I had known that I would have to pay $200.00 in baggage fees, above and beyond my airfare. Secondly, the check in counter representative did not realize that I had TSA pre-check, so I had to return to the check-in desk on a different floor to get a new boarding pass. The AA representative helping at the check-in kiosks was very helpful, kind, polite, and professional when I returned for the new boarding pass. Thirdly, the crew was not as friendly as I have experienced on other airlines. Their tone when speaking to other passengers was not always polite. The food was better than I expected. However, I am used to having a station where one can serve themselves water, juice or grab a snack. That was not the case on this flight. Truly makes me think twice about booking with American Airlines. I am very disappointed.

Crews are rude and short. Example: after my drink and was ready to prep my bed to rest. I tried to give my empty glasses to the steward while she was playing her card game on her iPad. The steward told me to take the glass back to my table instead of taking the glass out of my hand. Compare Japanese steward it’s like heaven and hell.

I felt that the customer service improved compared to a several years ago.

I traveled business class from Lax to Narita flight Jl61. The crew was attentive and polite. Food was good quality and service was as it should be. Narita to Bengaluru Jl753was another story in business class. The cabin was darkened for the 9hr:30min flight, food was mediocre, service was below standard and crew can't speak English to save their lives. When you ask for noodles soup from Ala carte they gave cup of noodles while Lax to Narita i was served the best Ramen noodles in a big bowl. Why the disparity on this leg of the journey.....or is it because there were mostly Indian passengers and it really did not matter to Jal to bother as its a poor country and Indians refrain from speaking up? A good airline but differentiation like this brings their reputation and business down.

Japan Airlines was excellent as usual once on the plane. Cabin crew was wonderful as usual. Boarding was solid on the Honolulu leg. For Thai Airways the boarding was less organized. I was in an earlier group but they weren’t clear with the numbers or instructions. Flight crew from Japan to Thailand was very good.

Terrible. Our flight was delayed by 15 hours. We lost a full day of our vacation.

highly recommend for trip to japan only reason why i gave good not excellent is because their selection of movies and tv shows in English is more limited .

Not much of anything could have been done better unless I had a first class ticket. I was literally 15 hours with an airline in the economy class. Very professional friendly and attentive crew. Good airline food, clean cabin, seating area and bathrooms. I've been 4 times back-and-forth with Cathay Pacific, and I would not choose another airline for this trip. Five out of five stars.

It's basically 15 hours with an airline in economy class. There's really not much of anything that could have been done better unless I had a first class ticket. Cathay Pacific does excellent work, with a very professional, friendly and attentive crew. It's literally the only airline that I will fly to Southeast Asia.

Well- trained, cheerful onboard staff. Business class seating and storage were excellent. Outstanding range of food choices, though quality ranged from just OK (seasonal rice and beef dish) to outstanding ( congee and soup noodles with beef brisket). But what can you expect; it's on a plane. I couldn't figure out the remote control, but touch screen worked well. My wife and I (in our 60s), didnt find much to watch from the Entertainment choices. We mostly watched the flight maps. The bedding did the job but is unwieldy and ends up in a clump, with one-third falling on the floor.

Crew on this flight dedicate their business class service to their high priority members. They would get priority service even the seats are behind me, and meals priority service and orders. I get the left over choices. I refused to eat because I felt discriminated, never booking this airline.

The lead business class attendant was excellent. Made a point of greeting you and knowing your name by the time you leave.

If my return flight was not so much better, I would have given an excellent review.

They downgraded me from premium economy to regular economy and me had 2 major lay over and had to have an emergency landing due to engine failure mid flight Don’t use them worst experience I have ever had still dealing with the trauma

Seats in the absolute back row of the plane even though we booked ages ago :( Crew was awesome though

Great entertainment system, the seat is a bit old style needs refurbishment

Boarding at the airport was not well managed. Otherwise, had a good flight sitting in the first row (which I paid for). Crew was pretty friendly, and flight was smooth.

Small plane with only two lavatories at the back. You must have a good plan to use it before or after the meal, if you make a bad decision, you will end up with standing in front of the toilet for a while till the food carts empty. The good thing is even there’s a slightly delayed, the plane is still arriving on time which is superb!!

The only personel that smiled at all were the flights attendants. Desk agents, lounge people none of them had a smile or even a hello. They were like dealing with dead fish. Again flight attendants were good. All other personnel looked like they didn’t want to be there or help.

good flight. food is only so so. I actually did not eat the snack. it does not look too good on the passenger next to me.

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

Pillow and blanket are dirty. My son got multiple bites during the flight

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

Worst than I expected, crew was not attentive, meal was as disgusting , they didn’t even drink selections as they would to other passengers. I felt discriminated

cannot get seat information for LAX to IAH when check in in XI,AN

UA is ok. But check in was a very bad experience

I hate that you cannot check in online and when you are at the airport, there aren't any aisle seats left. Also, they could work a little on subtitles for their movies (not everyone is a native English speaker).

Nothing to complain of, the only reason I am not giving better marks is that I am used to flying with ANA and they are the top.

It's terrible that we can't do online check in because we didn't buy the tickets directly from Air china. It was not explained until I contacted Chatdeal and we could not sit together.

Communication between the captain/crew and the passengers needs to be improved.

Food and service are good. Bathroom was lack of lotions and cleaning. That should be improved.

Food & service very good next I will pick up again

Chinese flight attendants didn't speak english well. They didn't care enough to remember that I (east asian who isn't Chinese) wasn't Chinese and spoke English. Announcement in english on board was poor and I find it very difficult to understand what was announced. Also, a cabin bag allows only 5kg!

The check-in baggage belt was broken (which is understandable) but what was surprising is they would check you in, give a baggage tag and then you have to drag the baggage to a different counter at the end of airport. No vegetarian option in in-flight meal. British Airways remains the worst big name airlines and always my last option while booking.

main meals are horrible but then you dont fly for the food

It was good. Couldn’t Check in online and select seats

It was great. Enough space and room for legs . Great service to.

⭐ British Airways Review — A Journey of Highs, Lows, and Lessons ⭐ I recently flew Business Class round-trip from Boston to Mumbai with British Airways, and my experience was a tale of two extremes — from disappointment to exceptional service, and then back to inconsistency. Boston → London: A Surprisingly Poor Start My journey began on a disappointing note. On a 6-hour Business Class flight, I was surprised to discover that there wasn’t a single proper vegetarian meal option available. I was offered a few bakery items only after repeatedly requesting something to eat. The flight attendant shrugged, offered no solution, and eventually — quite literally — threw some bread at me after much delay. This was not only disheartening, it was extremely surprising given my wonderful Business Class experience with BA last year. I stepped off that flight genuinely hungry and had to make a mad dash to the lounge just to get a proper meal. London → Mumbai: A Complete Turnaround The next sector restored my faith in British Airways. The entire crew was warm, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely caring. A special shoutout to Phiroze and the entire team serving the Business Class cabin — their professionalism, hospitality, and thoughtful service were extraordinary. They truly embodied what makes British Airways a global leader, and I am deeply grateful for the experience they provided. This is the BA I know and love. Mumbai → London: A Strange Meal Schedule This sector was generally fine, but the meal timing was puzzling. Lunch at 10:30 AM — for a Business cabin — felt unusual, and most passengers, including myself, barely touched it. The rest of the service was smooth, but the scheduling definitely needs a rethink. London → Boston: Mixed Experience Again The flight itself was decent, but the Business Lounge at Heathrow for this leg was a letdown. Arrived during lunch hours: no hot vegetarian options available Lounge area: dirty dishes everywhere Even after politely alerting the staff, the dishes were ignored and left uncleared For a premium cabin passenger — and at one of the world’s busiest international hubs — this was disappointing. Overall Impression My journey with British Airways felt inconsistent — two great sectors sandwiched between two that fell short of the BA standard. When BA is good, it is world-class. When it misses, the gap is noticeable. I genuinely hope the airline takes this feedback as constructive insight. I continue to believe in British Airways, and I commend the outstanding crew on the London → Mumbai sector — they were the highlight of my entire trip. With a little more focus on vegetarian meal availability, lounge service, and consistency across crews, BA can ensure every Business Class passenger experiences the premium journey they promise.

We were in business class and I had seat # 1. This was a night flight and after dinner was served, lights were dimmed and I went to sleep. The crew were loud and noisy so I didn’t get much sleep. I expect the crew to enjoy themselves but would Appreciate some decency in staying quiet while the passengers sleep

Have travelled business class with other airlines who profess to be the best in the world. They can however not beat the service and comfort that BA provide.

Great on board entertainment Tasty food Cattle class obviously crammed but not as bad as shorter hall flights

Logan gate staff was unhelpful. Arrived early, come to find out the airbus scheduled was reassigned and I did not have a seat. The desk agent spoke to his supervisor who instructed him to give me a boarding pass to get up to gate area, he was polite. At the gate the fellow was sitting to the side with two other BA staff . I asked him if he could help me, his answer was” we are on a break, we are closed” then turned his back. I am almost 70, drove 4 1/2 hours to Boston and had been looking forward to this trip for 5 months. I have worked in service many times in my life and this is not how it is done. I eventually (1/2 hr) before boarding was able to get a seat. The rest of the flight experience was unremarkable.

The boarding process was very poorly organized. Too many people had way to much carry on and resulted in loading overhead bins being the gating factor. Time for change.

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