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How much does a flight to Tokyo cost?
Cheapest time to fly and when to book
The cheapest time to fly is usually late May to June and early December, when the rainy season arrives in June and early December is cold and quieter.
Fares peak in cherry blossom season, Golden Week (late April-early May) and Obon (mid-August), so October-November is a good-value pick for mild weather and autumn colour.
How early in advance should I book my flight
Book 3-6 months ahead for the best fares, and earlier for cherry blossom season and Golden Week. Prices generally rise closer to departure.
Why book early with Paylater Travel?
Avoid price increases
Pay as you save
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Fly into Narita International Airport (NRT) for the widest choice of airlines and routes. Haneda Airport (HND) is much closer to central Tokyo and worth comparing. Fares can differ by airport and airline, so compare them when you search.
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Popular flight routes to Tokyo
Tokyo has two main airports, Haneda (HND) and Narita (NRT). Popular routes include:
- Sydney to Tokyo (SYD-HND / SYD-NRT)
- Melbourne to Tokyo (MEL-HND / MEL-NRT)
- Brisbane to Tokyo (BNE-HND / BNE-NRT)
- Perth to Tokyo (PER-NRT)
Routes change by season and departure city, so check current availability when you search.
Tokyo weather and climate
Four distinct seasons, so pack for when you go.
- Spring (March-May): mild, with cherry blossoms. Around 12-22°C.
- Summer (June-August): hot and humid, often above 30°C. Rainy spell in June and early July.
- Autumn (September-November): comfortable, with autumn colour. Typhoon risk in early autumn.
- Winter (December-February): cold, dry and sunny, around 2-12°C.
Places to visit and stay in Tokyo
- Shinjuku: Skyscrapers, nightlife, Omoide Yokocho alley and easy transport links.
- Shibuya and Harajuku: The famous crossing, fashion, Meiji Shrine and Yoyogi Park.
- Asakusa: Senso-ji temple, traditional shopfronts and a more old-Tokyo feel.
- Ginza and Tokyo Station: Department stores, dining and handy rail connections.
- Day trips: Mt Fuji and Hakone, Kamakura's temples and beaches, or Nikko's shrines and forests.
Getting around Tokyo
- Trains and subways reach almost everywhere.
- Suica or Pasmo card on your phone or as a physical card works on trains, buses and many shops.
- JR Yamanote Line loops the major districts.
- Taxis are plentiful but pricey.
Entry requirements
Australian citizens can generally visit Japan for short tourist stays without a visa.
You need a passport valid for your stay.
Requirements can change, so check Smartraveller and the Japanese embassy website before you travel.
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FAQs
Yes! Using Paylater Travel lets you split the upfront cost of your flight into smaller, more manageable payments. After booking your flight with a small deposit, you can pay off the rest in up to 18 weekly instalments.
No, credit checks aren’t needed to book a flight with Paylater Travel. This is because we aren't providing you with credit or a loan. Your seat is secured with a small deposit and the remainder is paid off in installments before you fly.
No interest. No credit checks.
As soon as you’ve paid your deposit via the Paylater Travel platform, we purchase your ticket on your behalf. This means your seat is secure and today’s price has been locked in. You will then receive your flight itinerary (essentially, your pre-departure e-ticket) via email within 24 hours of completing your final payment – easy!
We understand that sometimes payments are made late. We won't charge you a late fee. In the case of a missed payment, we'll send you a notification to let you know we've been unable to process a scheduled payment. Consecutively missed payments may place your booking at risk of being cancelled. We will always try and get in touch and be as flexible as possible with payment plans before we cancel a booking.
Seat selection and luggage options are typically managed through the airline's website. Once you’ve paid in full and received your flight itinerary from Paylater Travel, you’ll be able to directly contact the airline and choose your seat or add luggage (if it wasn’t already included in the fare).



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