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London (LHR) to Tokyo (HND) flights
Nonstop from London Heathrow to Tokyo Haneda: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
9,592km
5,960 mi, great circle
Flying time
12h 05m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
5.6
average, November 2026
Airlines
2
passenger airlines
Airlines flying LHR to HND
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Terminals
Tokyo Haneda
Terminal 1, nicknamed the "Big Bird", opened in 1993, replacing the smaller 1970 terminal complex, which was located where the current Terminal 3 stands. It is exclusively used for domestic flights within Japan and is served by Japan Airlines, Skymark Airlines, and StarFlyer's routes.
From Wikipedia, retrieved 2026-10-28. Terminal assignments change: check with your airline and the airport's website.
Both directions
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to Tokyo?
About 12h 05m gate to gate for the 9,592 km (5,960 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from LHR to HND?
ANA and British Airways, with about 5.6 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).