Flying from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 30 minutes behind Alice Springs, where Alice Springs Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your ASP to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a plane ticket from ASP to Tokyo, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is one of your options.
To get to ASP from central Alice Springs, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
When it comes to Alice Springs Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.7% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way Alice Springs Airport to Tokyo flight is $760. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,348. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from ASP to Tokyo, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Alice Springs Airport to Tokyo is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across every month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Alice Springs Airport to Tokyo. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ASP to Tokyo can help you lock in the lowest rate.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your ASP to Tokyo flight:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT can land you a better rate.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Visit Tokyo during peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Alice Springs Airport to Tokyo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Alice Springs 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 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ASP to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Alice Springs Airport to Tokyo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key reasons to visit.
