Flying from Kyoto to Tokyo: what you need to know
Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the primary entry points to Tokyo.
To ensure you board your Kyoto to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kyoto to Tokyo
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Kyoto to Tokyo flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kyoto to Tokyo. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times to explore Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is approximately 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Kyoto to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour.
After your flight from Kyoto to Tokyo, settle in at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT can land you a better rate.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Kyoto to Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are major attractions which should be on every Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Yokohama is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tokyo. Around 31 kilometres to the south-west, top sights here include Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
