Flying from Glasgow to Tokyo: what you need to know
Glasgow has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Tokyo leaving from Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's chief entry points.
Tokyo is nine hours ahead of Glasgow and is in 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 enough time to board your Glasgow to Tokyo flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Tokyo
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Glasgow to Tokyo flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Glasgow to Tokyo.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Glasgow to Tokyo flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow Intl Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
GLA is around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Glasgow Intl Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Tokyo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Glasgow Intl Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from GLA arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Tokyo:
The majority of flights that depart Glasgow Prestwick Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 83%.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is approximately 16 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 30 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Travel at your own pace with a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and venture far and wide through Tokyo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is located around 64 kilometres from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). After your flight from Glasgow to Tokyo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour.
After your flight from Glasgow to Tokyo, unwind at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT can land you a better rate.
Tokyo Narita Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Glasgow to Tokyo. April is the most popular month to travel to Tokyo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to Tokyo ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Tokyo around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Glasgow to Tokyo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street are highlights which should feature on every Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its leading attractions. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Nagoya is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium.