Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 8 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Tokyo.
Tokyo is 5 hours ahead of Dubai, where Dubai Airport is located. Tokyo operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route, with 10 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from DXB to NRT is with Emirates at 02:55. Opt for the first departure with Emirates at 02:40 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from DXB to Tokyo, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Nonstop flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Tokyo are available for booking. Haneda Airport (HND) is where you'll be touching down.
Take to the skies with Emirates. This airline offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Tokyo.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for flights from DXB to Tokyo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
You can visit Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United Arab Emirates. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Dubai Airport to Tokyo, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documents if your trip is for business or other reasons.
DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 49 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near DXB. Whether you have an early flight from Dubai Airport to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Tokyo
R 4,496 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai Airport to Tokyo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,072. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from DXB to Tokyo, book your trip 1 month ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai Airport to Tokyo. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Tokyo.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is about 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Dubai Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 58 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near NRT. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from DXB to Tokyo at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, visit Tokyo in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Dubai Airport to Tokyo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from DXB to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
After locking in your flight from Dubai Airport to Tokyo, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Tokyo must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Complete your Tokyo trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Tokyo and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Dubai Airport to Tokyo.