Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is nine hours ahead of Cardiff, where Cardiff Airport is located. Tokyo runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your CWL to Tokyo flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your travels. When booking your plane ticket from CWL to Tokyo, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is one of your options.
Located around 9 miles from central Cardiff, CWL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CWL:
Of the departures from Cardiff Airport, 66.16% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Tokyo
£388 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Tokyo flight. Return plane tickets start from £742. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from CWL to Tokyo, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices across the month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 miles away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Grab a Haneda Airport rental car and discover Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CWL to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is around 40 miles from Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to NRT. Unwind and get cosy after your CWL to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT can get you a lower rate.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Travel to Tokyo during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Cardiff Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CWL to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Cardiff Airport to Tokyo, browse our range of hotels including:
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. About 250 miles west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 160 miles west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.