Flying from Nagoya to Tokyo: what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Nagoya's main airports, Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) or Nagoya Airport (NKM). Explore the options for booking a flight from Nagoya to Tokyo leaving from either of these.
When it comes to touching down in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) is a key hub. Narita International Airport (NRT) is another.
A direct flight from Nagoya to Tokyo takes an average of 1 hour 10 minutes. Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9 — the same as Nagoya.
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 55 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Nagoya to Tokyo is with JAL at 14:40. Go for the first NGO to NRT departure operated by JAL at 08:20 to maximise your time in Tokyo.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Nagoya to Tokyo. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Once you've booked cheap flights from Nagoya to Tokyo, get your documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're travelling within Japan. As long as you have another valid form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're good to go.
Flying from Nagoya
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Direct flights from Nagoya to Tokyo are available from Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO). NGO offers nonstop services to two Tokyo terminals, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT).
When jetting out of NGO, you can take a direct flight from Nagoya to Tokyo with JAL.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Nagoya to Tokyo with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Chubu Centrair International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Naha Airport (OKA)
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
NGO is approximately 48 kilometres from central Nagoya. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 47 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Nagoya to Tokyo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Chubu Centrair International Airport:
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Nagoya to Tokyo. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is located around 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Nagoya to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 58 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Nagoya to Tokyo:
How to find the cheapest flights from Nagoya to Tokyo
At the moment, R 1,032 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Nagoya to Tokyo. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,073. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Nagoya to Tokyo.
The cheapest month for tickets from Nagoya to Tokyo is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Nagoya to Tokyo, while June is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Nagoya to Tokyo, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Nagoya to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Nagoya to Tokyo, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
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