How often are flights from Japan to the United Kingdom delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Japan and United Kingdom have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 125 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Japan to the United Kingdom flights?

According to our data, Japan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How long is the flight from Japan to United Kingdom?

The flight from Japan to United Kingdom depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Tokyo (a popular airport in Japan) to London Heathrow Airport (the most popular airport in United Kingdom), then the flight time is 20h 55m on average. If you fly from Osaka (another popular airport in Japan) to London Heathrow Airport, then the average flight time is 22h 50m.

How many flights depart from Japan to United Kingdom on average per week?

The number of flights available between Japan and United Kingdom is 95 per week as of August 2026. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Japan to United Kingdom?

Shenzhen Airlines, China Southern, and Air China are the most popular carriers operating from Japan to United Kingdom

Which airlines fly to United Kingdom?

China Eastern, British Airways and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to United Kingdom from Japan according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to United Kingdom. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to United Kingdom on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for Japan to the United Kingdom flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Japan to United Kingdom?

Prices for flights from Japan to United Kingdom were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Japan to United Kingdom?

The number of operators available for flights from Japan to United Kingdom is 5 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Japan to United Kingdom?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Japan to United Kingdom.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United Kingdom?

The necessary travel and health documents for your United Kingdom trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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13:10 - 19:50KIX Osaka Kansai Intl-LHR London Heathrow

38h 40m2 stops Wuxi Shenzhen

21:10 - 12:10LHR London Heathrow-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

30h 00m2 stops Shenzhen Wuxi

£529Shenzhen Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

13:10 - 19:50KIX Osaka Kansai Intl-LHR London Heathrow

38h 40m2 stops Wuxi Shenzhen

21:10 - 12:10LHR London Heathrow-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

30h 00m2 stops Shenzhen Wuxi

£549Shenzhen Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

10:55 - 06:40NRT Tokyo Narita-LGW London Gatwick

27h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

10:30 - 20:55LGW London Gatwick-NRT Tokyo Narita

25h 25m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£710China Eastern

Mon, 19 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

17:35 - 15:00HND Tokyo Haneda-LGW London Gatwick

29h 25m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

22:00 - 16:00LGW London Gatwick-HND Tokyo Haneda

34h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Beijing Daxing Intl

£735China Eastern

Wed, 9 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

09:05 - 17:40KIX Osaka Kansai Intl-LHR London Heathrow

16h 35m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:25 - 20:30LHR London Heathrow-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

16h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

£799Air China

Sun, 11 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

13:50 - 17:50KIX Osaka Kansai Intl-LHR London Heathrow

37h 00m1 stop Beijing Capital

20:25 - 12:40LHR London Heathrow-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

31h 15m1 stop Beijing Capital

£838Air China

Tue, 22 Dec - Mon, 4 Jan

16:45 - 17:20NRT Tokyo Narita-LHR London Heathrow

33h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

20:10 - 15:35LHR London Heathrow-NRT Tokyo Narita

34h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

£922Cathay Pacific

Mon, 21 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec

18:00 - 17:20NRT Tokyo Narita-LHR London Heathrow

32h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

20:15 - 15:35LHR London Heathrow-NRT Tokyo Narita

34h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

£923Cathay Pacific

Fri, 25 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec

09:35 - 15:35HND Tokyo Haneda-LHR London Heathrow

15h 00mdirect

09:10 - 07:35LHR London Heathrow-HND Tokyo Haneda

13h 25mdirect

£1,046British Airways

Sat, 23 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

09:35 - 15:35HND Tokyo Haneda-LHR London Heathrow

15h 00mdirect

09:10 - 07:35LHR London Heathrow-HND Tokyo Haneda

13h 25mdirect

£1,047British Airways

Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan

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14:45 - 06:30NRT Tokyo Narita-LGW London Gatwick

23h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

22:10 - 13:40LGW London Gatwick-NRT Tokyo Narita

31h 30m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£693China Southern

Fri, 28 Aug - Fri, 11 Sep

10:45 - 19:20HND Tokyo Haneda-LHR London Heathrow

40h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

22:10 - 19:55LHR London Heathrow-HND Tokyo Haneda

37h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£720China Southern

Fri, 28 Aug - Fri, 11 Sep

17:10 - 19:10HND Tokyo Haneda-LGW London Gatwick

34h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:35 - 15:50LGW London Gatwick-HND Tokyo Haneda

20h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£825China Eastern

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

14:30 - 15:00HND Tokyo Haneda-LGW London Gatwick

32h 30m1 stop Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

22:00 - 12:30LGW London Gatwick-HND Tokyo Haneda

30h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

£836China Eastern

Mon, 31 Aug - Fri, 4 Sep

09:25 - 06:15NRT Tokyo Narita-LHR London Heathrow

28h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

22:15 - 06:50LHR London Heathrow-NRT Tokyo Narita

24h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

£1,304Cathay Pacific

Sat, 29 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug

08:55 - 15:45HND Tokyo Haneda-LHR London Heathrow

14h 50mdirect

09:25 - 07:00LHR London Heathrow-HND Tokyo Haneda

13h 35mdirect

£1,329British Airways

Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep

08:55 - 15:45HND Tokyo Haneda-LHR London Heathrow

14h 50mdirect

09:25 - 07:00LHR London Heathrow-HND Tokyo Haneda

13h 35mdirect

£1,339British Airways

Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep

18:30 - 15:15NRT Tokyo Narita-LHR London Heathrow

28h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

22:15 - 17:15LHR London Heathrow-NRT Tokyo Narita

35h 00m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

£1,462Cathay Pacific

Mon, 31 Aug - Thu, 17 Sep

21:50 - 09:10HND Tokyo Haneda-LHR London Heathrow

19h 20m1 stop Helsinki-Vantaa

09:10 - 06:45LHR London Heathrow-HND Tokyo Haneda

13h 35mdirect

£1,622Japan Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

09:45 - 15:55HND Tokyo Haneda-LHR London Heathrow

14h 10mdirect

09:10 - 06:45LHR London Heathrow-HND Tokyo Haneda

13h 35mdirect

£1,701Japan Airlines

Sat, 29 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

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10 Sept

KIX18:30Osaka Kansai Intl

32h 50m

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7 Sept

KIX16:00Osaka Kansai Intl

35h 20m

1 stop

LHR19:20London Heathrow

20 Sept

LHR22:10London Heathrow

32h 00m

1 stop

KIX14:10Osaka Kansai Intl

£613

China Southern

20 Nov

HND15:40Tokyo Haneda

35h 55m

1 stop

LHR18:35London Heathrow

24 Nov

LHR22:00London Heathrow

37h 00m

1 stop

HND20:00Tokyo Haneda

£693

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2 Sept

KIX16:00Osaka Kansai Intl

35h 20m

1 stop

LHR19:20London Heathrow

7 Sept

LHR22:10London Heathrow

32h 00m

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KIX14:10Osaka Kansai Intl

£695

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17:35-15:00

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£735

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KIX Osaka Kansai Intl - LHR London Heathrow

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£799

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1 stop37h 00m

London Heathrow

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20:25-12:40

1 stop31h 15m

£838

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NRT Tokyo Narita - LHR London Heathrow

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Mon 21/12

16:45-17:20

1 stop33h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 29/12

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1 stop34h 25m

£922

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NRT Tokyo Narita - LHR London Heathrow

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Fri 25/12

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1 stop32h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 29/12

20:15-15:35

1 stop34h 20m

£923

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HND Tokyo Haneda - LHR London Heathrow

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Sat 23/1

09:35-15:35

Nonstop15h 00m

London Heathrow

Sat 30/1

09:10-07:35

Nonstop13h 25m

£1,046

TokyoLondon

HND Tokyo Haneda - LHR London Heathrow

HNDLHR

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 20/1

09:35-15:35

Nonstop15h 00m

London Heathrow

Wed 27/1

09:10-07:35

Nonstop13h 25m

£1,046

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What is the cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom?

The cheapest month to fly to United Kingdom from Japan is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around £719, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit United Kingdom during the month of November, then departing from Japan during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £762.

What is the cheapest Japan to United Kingdom flight route?

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Best price found	£236
Fastest flight time	14h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in United Kingdom	1,285 airports

The best one-way flight to United Kingdom from Japan in the past 72 hours is £236. The best return flight deal from Japan to United Kingdom found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £529.

The fastest flight from Japan to United Kingdom takes 14h 45m

Direct flights go from Japan to United Kingdom every day.

There are 1,285 airports in United Kingdom. From Japan there are direct flights to London Heathrow (LHR).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Japan to United Kingdom?
Prices for flights from Japan to United Kingdom were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Japan to United Kingdom?
The number of operators available for flights from Japan to United Kingdom is 5 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Japan to United Kingdom?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Japan to United Kingdom.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to United Kingdom?
The necessary travel and health documents for your United Kingdom trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Japan to United Kingdom?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Japan and United Kingdom, the leading plane model is Airbus A350-1000, making up 38.89% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 35.82%, Boeing 777 with 8.04%, and Boeing 777-300ER with 6.97%.

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China Eastern	PriceFrom £580	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 236 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Juneyao Airlines	PriceFrom £622	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search Juneyao Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £681	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,460 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air China	PriceFrom £733	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 163 reviews	Search Air China flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £827	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,194 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom £829	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,909 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights

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