Cheap Flights from London Gatwick to Tokyo

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      Compare London Gatwick to Tokyo flight deals

      Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Tokyo

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      Flight deals from London Gatwick to Tokyo

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,146. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from London Gatwick to Tokyo found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Tokyo

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in December.

      Alternative London Gatwick to Tokyo routes

      Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Gatwick to Tokyo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

      London to Tokyo: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$1,113
      Cheapest month to flyDecember

      Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

      There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Ibaraki.
      The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Tokyo is $1,113. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Gatwick to Tokyo. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,113.
      As of October 2026, there are no flights flying from London Gatwick to Tokyo.
      The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Tokyo is usually December.
      If you're flying from London Gatwick Airport, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Haneda – which is 16.5 km away from the centre of Tokyo. We've found flights into this airport from $1,113.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo on Wednesday, 2 December 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Tokyo. Most routes have one or more stops.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      In October, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 33°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is June.
      Currently, China Southern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tokyo.

      Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tokyo: what you need to know

      • Tokyo is nine hours ahead of London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Tokyo follows the UTC+9 timezone.

      • Give yourself enough time to make your LGW to Tokyo flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

      • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from LGW to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

        • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

        • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

        • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

      • LGW is around 40 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

      • Planning to catch an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LGW:

      • 82% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from LGW.

      How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tokyo

      • $688 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo flight. A return plane ticket starts from $1,113. These fares may change depending on availability.

      • Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from LGW to Tokyo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

      • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo ticket.

      • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LGW to Tokyo by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

      • Save on your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

      Airports in Tokyo

      Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)

      • Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is around 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.

      • Getting there on public transport takes about 30 minutes.

      • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HND instead:

      • Booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LGW to Tokyo can help you secure the lowest rate.

      • HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

      Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)

      • The centre of Tokyo is located around 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

      • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour or so.

      • You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your LGW to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:

      • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.

      • Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

      Best time to go to Tokyo

      • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo. March is the most popular month for a trip to Tokyo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.

      • The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

      • Search for cheap tickets from LGW to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.

      More about Tokyo

      • Once you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:

      • Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Tokyo to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ginza Central Street.

      Explore more of Japan

      • Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.

      • If you want to check out another major stop in Japan, head for Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are among the biggest draws.

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