Paris–Tokyo is the busiest Europe–North Asia route. Three airlines fly non-stop from CDG and competition brings return fares down to €599 in low season. Here's how to book smart based on your dates and arrival airport.
Air France flies daily CDG → Haneda (HND) in 12h30. ANA runs 5×/week to Haneda with one of the best economy seats out there. JAL serves Narita (NRT) daily.
Cheaper 1-stops: Turkish (via Istanbul), Finnair (via Helsinki, the fastest) and Emirates (via Dubai) can save 25-40%. Since the Russian airspace closure, non-stops add about 1h via the southern route.
Haneda (HND): 20 km from central Tokyo, monorail to Hamamatsucho in 13 min (¥500). Best for short stays. Open 24/7.
Narita (NRT): 60 km east. 55 min and ¥3,070 for the Narita Express to Shinjuku, or 40 min via Keisei Skyliner (¥2,570).
At equal price, pick Haneda.
Best windows: late Jan–Mar (before cherry blossom), early June and November. Average €600-700 return.
Avoid late Mar-early Apr (sakura, +40%), Japan's Golden Week (late Apr-early May), Christmas & summer holidays. Book 10-14 weeks ahead; deals often drop Tue/Wed.
No visa for EU citizens up to 90 days. Digital Visit Japan Web form now required — get the QR code before departure.
Baggage: 23 kg checked + 7-10 kg cabin depending on airline. JAL and ANA usually include 2×23 kg checked.
€600 to €900 return in economy. From €579 off-season with a 1-stop (Finnair, Turkish).
Air France (daily to Haneda), ANA (5×/week to Haneda), JAL (daily to Narita).
No, up to 90 days for EU passports. Valid passport and Visit Japan Web registration are required.