Flying from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Newcastle International Airport is located in Newcastle. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is nine hours ahead of Newcastle.
To avoid missing your NCL to Tokyo flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from NCL to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
NCL is around 8 kilometres from central Newcastle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to NCL:
82% of flights departing from Newcastle International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from NCL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Tokyo flight is ر.ق. 1,860. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,423. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from NCL to Tokyo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Finding cheap tickets from Newcastle International Airport to Tokyo is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across every month and land an incredible deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from NCL to Tokyo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Tokyo.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Newcastle International Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from NCL to Tokyo.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Once your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Tokyo has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near NRT. Kick back and get cosy after your NCL to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
You can find Tokyo Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
December is the quietest month for flights from Newcastle International Airport to Tokyo, while March is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Newcastle International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 15ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from NCL 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 best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Tokyo:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Travel about 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its leading sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Nagoya is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without experiencing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
