Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Tokyo
Tokyo sits far from Britain, and you will need at least one connection to reach it from Birmingham. The journey takes several hours with stops through European or Middle Eastern hubs before landing in Japan. If you are searching for cheap flights from Birmingham to Tokyo, this page shows which carriers operate the route and how fares change across months.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 29 Oct 2026 | from $916 | Search 29 Oct 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 21 Jan 2027 | from $976 | Search 21 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 4 Jun 2027 | from $1,010 | Search 4 Jun 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 17 Jan 2027 | from $1,021 | Search 17 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 21 Jan 2027 | from $1,031 | Search 21 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 17 Jan 2027 | from $1,098 | Search 17 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 4 Jun 2027 | from $1,106 | Search 4 Jun 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 21 Jan 2027 | from $1,106 | Search 21 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 17 Jan 2027 | from $1,245 | Search 17 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 17 Jan 2027 | from $1,245 | Search 17 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 26 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: October — from $916.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $916 | 29 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $1,021 | 10 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $1,070 | 28 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $1,021 | 17 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $1,006 | 28 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $1,026 | 3 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $1,061 | 21 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $1,719 | 28 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $1,010 | 4 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $1,173 | 25 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $1,841 | 6 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $1,588 | 3 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | Birmingham BHX | 0 km |
| Tokyo | Tokyo Intl (Haneda) HND | 17 km |
| Tokyo | Narita Intl NRT | 63 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
October brings milder weather and longer daylight to Tokyo compared with winter months, making it a sensible time to arrive. Prices tend to be lower outside peak school holidays and around Christmas, when demand rises. Flights on weekdays often cost less than weekend departures, so check schedules before committing. The full price calendar shows every month from spring through early autumn if your dates are flexible.
Airlines and what to expect
Some carriers offer full-service tickets with meals included, while budget options charge separately for checked baggage and seat selection. Eurowings and Emerald Airlines operate as low-cost services where extras appear at checkout. Full-service airlines like Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Emirates, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Edelweiss Air, and Egyptair typically include meals in the base fare. All flights on this route involve connections; there are no direct services from Birmingham to Tokyo.
Arriving — Tokyo
You will land at either Haneda or Narita airport depending on your airline and routing choice. Haneda sits closer to central Tokyo with faster train access, while Narita is farther out but well connected by express trains and buses. Both airports offer clear signage in English for immigration and customs processes after arrival.
Before you go: Japan
- Currency
- JPY (円)
- Power sockets
- Type A, B · 100 V
- Language
- Japanese
- Emergency number
- 110, 118, 119
- Calling code
- +81
- Internet domain
- .jp
- Population of Tokyo
- 14.3 M (2022)
- Time zone
- UTC+09 (Asia/Tokyo)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check whether baggage fees apply separately if you book a low-cost carrier
- Confirm which airport your airline uses before arriving at Birmingham terminal
- Verify visa requirements for Japan based on your passport nationality
- Compare connection times when tickets are booked on separate reservations
- Consider seasonal price differences between autumn and winter departures
Frequently asked questions
Birmingham – Tokyo: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for October 2026 — $916. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Birmingham – Tokyo: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Egyptair, Accesrail, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, Aer Lingus, Eurowings, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, KLM Cityhopper.
Birmingham – Tokyo: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Birmingham to Tokyo?
The distance is about 9,526 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 12 h 04 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Birmingham – Tokyo?
Birmingham: Birmingham (BHX). Tokyo: Tokyo Intl (Haneda) (HND), Narita Intl (NRT).
What is the time difference between Birmingham and Tokyo?
Tokyo is 9 h ahead of Birmingham.
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Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Birmingham / Tokyo that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester → Tokyo | 119 km from Birmingham | with a stop | 16 Apr 2027 | from $756 |
| Bristol → Tokyo | 125 km from Birmingham | with a stop | 31 Jan 2027 | from $979 |
| Liverpool → Tokyo | 136 km from Birmingham | with a stop | 13 Dec 2026 | from $1,569 |