Flying from Narita International Airport (NRT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London nine hours behind Tokyo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your NRT to LHR flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Narita International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between NRT and LHR include:
Frankfurt Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
ج.م. 14,386 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Narita International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 31,214. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from NRT to LHR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport to London Heathrow Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Narita International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
When it comes to Narita International Airport's on-time performance, 70.53% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Tokyo to Narita International Airport is approximately 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a handy hotel near NRT? If you're catching an early flight from Narita International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're landing on a late Narita International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Narita International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Narita International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from NRT to LHR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.