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LHR to HND Turbulence Forecast

Is the London to Tokyo flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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LHR
→
HND
London · Tokyo · 11h 50m
12
Turb Score
11h 50m
Duration
5,970 nm
Distance
40,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Moderate
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LHR–HND

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About the LHR–HND route

The London to Tokyo route spans the Pacific Ocean — one of the longest commercial flight paths in the world at 6,871 miles. The Pacific jet stream creates moderate turbulence, typically around 3–7 hours into the flight. The sheer length of the route means passengers experience varying conditions: calm stretches punctuated by bumpy patches.

The route is served by Japan Airlines, British Airways, ANA on Boeing 787 · Airbus A350 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 40,000 feet over a distance of 6,871 miles (5,970 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Long flight — turbulence varies throughout. Wing seats significantly reduce motion.

Turbulence levels on LHR–HND

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly LHR–HND

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LHR–HND

Boeing 787-9

Front
Rows 1–20
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 21-32
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 33+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the London to Tokyo flight turbulent?
The LHR–HND route typically experiences moderate turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 12/100.
When is turbulence worst on LHR to HND?
Long flight — turbulence varies throughout. Wing seats significantly reduce motion. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on LHR to HND?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 787-9 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 21-32. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from LHR to HND?
The LHR to HND flight takes approximately 11h 50m, covering 6,871 miles (5,970 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LHR to HND?
The main airlines operating this route are Japan Airlines, British Airways, ANA, flying Boeing 787 · Airbus A350 aircraft.

Data Sources

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data