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

The number of flights available between United Kingdom and Japan is 11 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 51% of daily flights leaving at midday.

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

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

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

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

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between United Kingdom and Japan have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 136 minutes.

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

According to our data, Japan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of January 2026, there are 77 flights per week flying from United Kingdom to Japan. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Japan?

On average, it takes 17h 35m to fly from United Kingdom to Japan if you fly out of Manchester (the most popular airport in United Kingdom) and into Fukuoka (the most popular airport in Japan). If you’re flying out of Birmingham and into Fukuoka, then the flight time is around 20h 05m.

Which airlines fly to Japan?

China Eastern, Cathay Pacific and Air China are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Japan from United Kingdom according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Japan. Keep in mind that there are 27 different airlines that fly to Japan on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Japan are updated daily.

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

As of January 2026, there are 24 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Japan.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United Kingdom to Japan.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Japan?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Japan can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Japan. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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LCY09:20London City

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Japan?

The cheapest month to fly to Japan from United Kingdom is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around £537, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Japan in November, then you should wait until May to fly from United Kingdom, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £584.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Japan?

The cheapest day to depart from United Kingdom to Japan is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £1,047. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from United Kingdom because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £1,193.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Japan?

Our data shows that the cheapest United Kingdom to Japan flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Japan in the morning for as low as £1,065. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Japan, so prices are often more expensive at around £1,183 per ticket.

What is the cheapest United Kingdom to Japan flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Japan?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Japan from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Japan for around £851 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Japan from United Kingdom for as low as £699 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on United Kingdom to Japan flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom to Japan flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on United Kingdom to Japan flights?

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Best price found	£856
Fastest flight time	13h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Japan	202 airports

The best one-way flight to Japan from United Kingdom in the past 72 hours is £856. The best return flight deal from United Kingdom to Japan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £988.

The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Japan takes 13h 30m

Direct flights go from United Kingdom to Japan every day.

There are 202 airports in Japan. From United Kingdom there are direct flights to Tokyo Haneda (HND).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Japan?
Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Japan are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Japan?
As of January 2026, there are 24 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Japan.
How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Japan?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from United Kingdom to Japan.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Japan?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Japan can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Japan. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from United Kingdom to Japan?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from United Kingdom to Japan is Airbus A350-1000 (33.17% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (26.85%), Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (23.70%), and Boeing 777-300ER (15.43%).

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Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom £366	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 501 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Hainan Airlines	PriceFrom £402	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 62 reviews	Search Hainan Airlines flights
China Southern	PriceFrom £418	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 136 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £432	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,356 reviews	Search Finnair flights
KLM	PriceFrom £472	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,443 reviews	Search KLM flights
Shenzhen Airlines	PriceFrom £519	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 23 reviews	Search Shenzhen Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom £576	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,978 reviews	Search Air India flights
Air France	PriceFrom £587	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,528 reviews	Search Air France flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £604	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,375 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom £645	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Japan from United Kingdom with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from United Kingdom to Japan?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Japan from United Kingdom.

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What is the cheapest United Kingdom to Japan flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Japan?

What cabin class options are available on United Kingdom to Japan flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United Kingdom to Japan flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on United Kingdom to Japan flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a United Kingdom to Japan flight.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Japan?

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

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between United Kingdom and Japan have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 136 minutes.

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

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

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

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

According to our data, Japan Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

The number of flights available between United Kingdom and Japan is 11 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 18:00, with 51% of daily flights leaving at midday.

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

As of January 2026, there are 77 flights per week flying from United Kingdom to Japan. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Japan?

On average, it takes 17h 35m to fly from United Kingdom to Japan if you fly out of Manchester (the most popular airport in United Kingdom) and into Fukuoka (the most popular airport in Japan). If you’re flying out of Birmingham and into Fukuoka, then the flight time is around 20h 05m.

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