Asia · Japan

What a trip to Tokyo really costs

Neon, temples, perfect trains and food at every price. A 7-night trip for two, flights from London included, comes to roughly €2,728–€6,120.

Key facts

  • Best monthsMar–May, Oct–Nov
  • Hotel, per night€100–€200mid-range room for two
  • Per person, per day€48–€125food, local transport, activities
  • OverallPricier than mostamong places we cover

Trip cost by length and where you fly from

Two adults, mid-range hotel, food, local transport and activities, in euros. Planning estimates, not prices.

Estimated cost of a trip to Tokyo for two adults
Flying from3 nights7 nights14 nights
London€1,944–€4,320€2,728–€6,120€4,100–€9,270
New York€2,124–€4,740€2,908–€6,540€4,280–€9,690
Dubai€1,704–€3,800€2,488–€5,600€3,860–€8,750
Sydney€1,684–€3,760€2,468–€5,560€3,840–€8,710

Flying from somewhere else? The planner works it out for your city, your budget and your currency.

Best time to visit Tokyo

  • Jan
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Three to five days covers the main sights of a city this size; add a few more if you want day trips.

Questions about a trip to Tokyo

How much does a trip to Tokyo cost?

For two travellers, a 7-night trip to Tokyo comes to roughly €2,728–€6,120 in total, including return flights from London, a mid-range hotel, food, local transport and activities. Flights from elsewhere differ, so use the planner with your own city. These are planning estimates, not prices.

How much do hotels cost in Tokyo?

A mid-range room for two typically costs about €100–€200 a night. Prices swing with the season and how early you book, so check live prices for your dates.

How much money do you need per day in Tokyo?

Plan for about €48–€125 per person per day for food, local transport and activities, on top of your hotel.

When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

The best months are Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Outside them you can still go, but weather, crowds or prices can be less friendly.

Is Tokyo expensive?

Compared with the other places we cover, Tokyo is on the pricier side for daily spending and hotels. The biggest single cost is usually the flight, and it depends on where you start.

How many days do you need in Tokyo?

Three to five days covers the main sights of a city this size; add a few more if you want day trips.

Things to do in Tokyo

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Before you fly to Tokyo

Useful things to sort out before you go.

  • eSIM

    Airalo

    Data eSIMs for travellers: land online without a roaming bill or a shop queue.

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  • eSIM

    Yesim

    Travel eSIM and data plans you set up on your phone before you fly.

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  • Car rental

    GetRentacar

    Compare car rental offers at your destination before you book.

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  • Car rental

    Localrent

    Rent a car from local companies at your destination.

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  • Transfers

    GetTransfer

    Book an airport transfer or a private ride and agree the price first.

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  • Flight delay

    AirHelp

    Flight delayed or cancelled? Check if you are owed compensation.

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  • Luggage

    Radical Storage

    Store your bags in the city on arrival day or after checkout.

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Prices on this page are planning estimates built from typical costs. Real prices depend on dates, availability and when you book, so always check them before you decide.