Flying from London to Sendai Airport (SDJ): what you need to know
You can select from multiple airports when organising your flight from London to Sendai Airport (SDJ). Explore your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
The timezone in Sendai is UTC+9, which is 9 hours ahead of London. Sendai Airport is located in Sendai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from London to SDJ.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a flight from London to SDJ, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is one option if you're taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
From the centre of London, LHR is approximately 31 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Sendai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Give yourself some time to freshen up during your flight from London to Sendai Airport with a stopover. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is a popular option between London Gatwick Airport and SDJ.
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from London to SDJ? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Sendai Airport (SDJ)
If you have a late flight from London to Sendai Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SDJ:
Getting from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to central Sendai
Sendai Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Sendai. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Sendai Airport is $776. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,052. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from London to SDJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from London to Sendai Airport.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when fares go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from London to SDJ.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from London to Sendai Airport. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
April is the quietest time of year to fly to Sendai. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in June. This is the most popular month for flights from London to Sendai Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Before you book a flight from London to SDJ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sendai, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 3ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Sendai Airport.
More about Sendai
Start your Sendai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Sendai Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Sendai Castle, The Miyagi Museum of Art and Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Sendai itinerary.
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