Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 9 hours ahead of Cardiff, where Cardiff Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from CWL to Tokyo. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your travels. When booking your flight from CWL to Tokyo, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS) is a great option.
You don't need a visa for Japan if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before reserving your flight tickets from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
CWL is around 27 kilometres from central Cardiff. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near CWL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Tokyo
C$963 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo. A return flight starts at C$1,364. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from CWL to Tokyo, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 58 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is approximately 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from CWL to Tokyo:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, travel to Tokyo in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from CWL to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
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