NRT vs LTN — Tokyo or London?

Verdict

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) scores higher overall at 8.2/10 versus London Luton Airport (LTN) at 6.8/10.

Score comparison

Metric	Tokyo Narita International Airport	London Luton Airport
FlightLogic Score	8.2	6.8
On-Time Performance	8.4	6.6
Passenger Experience	8.1	6.7
Facilities & Comfort	8.2	7.0
Lounge Score	8.6	6.9
City	Tokyo	London
Country	Japan	United Kingdom
Terminals	3 terminals (T1, T2, T3)	1 main terminal
Annual passengers	33M+	18M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy	NRT — Tokyo	LTN — London
Rail / public transport	—	—
To city centre	—	—
Lounge day pass	—	—
Min. connection time	—	—
Primary hub carriers	—	—

Detailed profiles

Tokyo, Japan · NRT · #1 in this comparison

Tokyo Narita International Airport

3 terminals (T1, T2, T3) · 33M+ passengers/year

8.2 / 10

How good is Tokyo Narita International Airport?

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) scores 8.2/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.4), passenger experience (8.1), and facilities (8.2). Lounge quality rates 8.6/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Tokyo Narita (NRT) is rated 8.2/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.6/10. JAL lounges in Terminal 2 and ANA in Terminal 1 serve premium passengers. Allow 60–90 minutes by train to central Tokyo. UK travellers often choose Haneda for city access; Narita for specific carrier schedules. See /guides/narita-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 8.2 Excellent

On-time 8.4 Departure reliability

Experience 8.1 Staff, queues, cleanliness

Facilities 8.2 Food, shops, seating

Lounges 8.6 Lounge quality

Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance

8.4

Passenger Experience

8.1

Facilities & Comfort

8.2

Lounge score 8.6/10

Highlights

Terminal 1 serves Star Alliance (ANA); Terminal 2 serves oneworld (JAL) — verify terminal on your ticket
JAL First Lounge and ANA Suite Lounge among Japan's best airline clubs
N'EX Narita Express reaches Tokyo Station in ~60 minutes — reliable for UK arrivals
Haneda vs Narita: NRT scores 8.2/10 overall but Haneda wins on city proximity (see /airports/haneda)

Overview

Tokyo's legacy international hub — JAL and ANA premium lounges, strong on-time performance, and 60–90 minute train ride to central Tokyo versus Haneda's 15–30 minutes.

JAL and ANA lounge access

Japan Airlines operates Sakura and First lounges in Terminal 2 for oneworld passengers. ANA Suite and Business lounges in Terminal 1 serve Star Alliance premium passengers. Terminal 3 handles LCCs separately.

Inter-terminal transfers require landside bus or train — not airside. Connections between JAL and ANA metal require immigration and re-security unless on a protected interline.

London, United Kingdom · LTN · #2 in this comparison

London Luton Airport

1 main terminal · 18M+ passengers/year

6.8 / 10

How good is London Luton Airport?

London Luton Airport (LTN) scores 6.8/10 (Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.6), passenger experience (6.7), and facilities (7.0). Lounge quality rates 6.9/10. See full airport guide →

In short

London Luton (LTN) is rated 6.8/10 on FlightLogic — primarily an easyJet hub. Thameslink to St Pancras ~30 min. Clubrooms for Priority Pass. UK261 covers all departures. See /guides/luton-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 6.8 Good

On-time 6.6 Departure reliability

Experience 6.7 Staff, queues, cleanliness

Facilities 7.0 Food, shops, seating

Lounges 6.9 Lounge quality

Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance

6.6

Passenger Experience

6.7

Facilities & Comfort

7.0

Lounge score 6.9/10

Highlights

easyJet's primary London hub alongside Gatwick — dense Europe and Mediterranean network
Thameslink reaches London St Pancras in ~30 minutes — direct link to Eurostar and central London
Clubrooms lounge accepts Priority Pass — pre-book recommended at peak banks
UK261 applies to all LTN departures including easyJet and Wizz Air

Overview

London's fourth airport and easyJet's primary London base — single-terminal design, Thameslink to St Pancras, and Clubrooms lounge for Priority Pass holders.

easyJet hub and low-cost operations

Luton is easyJet's largest London base, handling dense European and Mediterranean leisure traffic from London's northern corridor. Wizz Air also operates significant schedules. For UK travellers chasing lowest fares, LTN often undercuts Gatwick on the same routes — but factor in Thameslink rail costs and easyJet baggage fees.

UK261 compensation applies to all flights departing Luton regardless of fare paid. A 3+ hour arrival delay on a UK-regulated flight triggers £220–£520 per passenger if the delay was the airline's fault.

Getting to central London

Thameslink runs to St Pancras International every 10–15 minutes at peak, taking ~30 minutes. East Midlands Railway also serves Luton Airport Parkway. DART shuttle connects terminal to Parkway station in ~4 minutes.

Compare LTN against Stansted (/airports/stansted) and Gatwick (/airports/gatwick) for your route — Luton wins on easyJet frequency; Gatwick wins on Virgin long-haul and lounge depth.

FAQ

Which is better, Tokyo Narita International Airport or London Luton Airport?

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) scores higher overall at 8.2/10 versus London Luton Airport (LTN) at 6.8/10.

Which has better lounges, NRT or LTN?

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) scores higher for lounges at 8.6/10, versus London Luton Airport at 6.9/10.

Which airport is more on-time, NRT or LTN?

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) has stronger on-time performance at 8.4/10 versus London Luton Airport (LTN) at 6.6/10.