Flying from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of Lexington, where Blue Grass Airport is located. Tokyo observes the UTC+9 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LEX to Tokyo flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LEX to Tokyo with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Lexington, LEX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Blue Grass Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LEX:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Blue Grass Airport, data shows 77.12% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find LEX at 4000 Terminal Drive, Suite 206.
How to find the cheapest flights from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Tokyo
ج.م. 23,222 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Blue Grass Airport to Tokyo flight. Return flight tickets start from ج.م. 41,849. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from LEX to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a Blue Grass Airport to Tokyo ticket.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Blue Grass Airport to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and see more of Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LEX to Tokyo can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Blue Grass Airport to Tokyo has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near NRT. Unwind and get cosy after your LEX to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and make a speedy getaway.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
You'll find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Blue Grass Airport to Tokyo. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Tokyo in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Blue Grass Airport to Tokyo flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LEX to Tokyo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Blue Grass Airport to Tokyo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Tokyo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
