Flight from Butuan to Tokyo

Japan is among the famous holiday destinations in the world. One of the frequently visited cities within Japan is Tokyo city. Tokyo was classified at the world’s most populous metropolitan city and the centre of the country's economy. Despite its modernisation and technology advancement, Japanese traditional and cultural elements can still be found in Tokyo. The experience of the local cultures, efficient transportation services and cleanliness have also contributed to the increase of tourists visiting Tokyo from around the globe.

Best time to fly from Butuan to Tokyo

Tokyo has cold winter weather, nearing to zero degrees, with low chances of snowfall. Weather is also dry during this season compared to the rest of the year. Rainfall in common during summer, and continue to be much heavier in early autumn. Summer is also hot and humid with temperature averaging about 26 degrees centigrade. Autumn weather in Tokyo is susceptible to typhoons. If you plan to have a comfortable journey in Tokyo, visitors may consider travelling to the city in spring, or winter if you do not mind the chilly weather.

Main airports available in Butuan to Tokyo

Bancasi Airport – Bancasi Airport is the main airport serving Butuan City within the Agusan del Norte province. In a year, the airport can handle up to 700,000 passengers, whereby statistics about 35 per cent of the traffic are local and international tourists. At the moment, three airlines are in operation at Bancasi Airport for destinations Manila and Cebu. Manila can be reached via Cebu Pacific and PAL Express, while Cebu via Cebgo and PAL Express. Visitors can find basic facilities to meet your needs in this airport.

Narita International Airport – Narita International Airport is one of the main airports serving the Greater Tokyo area. With almost 43 million passengers travelling through Narita Airport annually, this airport is the second busiest airport in Japan. About 80 airlines are operating in the airport including Japan Airlines, Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. Currently, there are three terminals within the airport. Terminal 1 is designated mainly for SkyTeam and Star Alliance airlines, Terminal 2 for the OneWorld airlines, and Terminal 3 for low-cost carriers. The largest duty-free mall in Japan is located in Terminal 2. Visitors are informed that the airport is not in 24-hour operation and closed between 11.00 pm to 6.00 am due to minimising the noise pollution. Passengers can travel to the city centre by taking JR trains, Keisei trains, bus and taxi services.

Climate pattern in Butuan and Tokyo

Tokyo is a four seasonal city with hot summer and cold winter. Humidity is high during summer with warm temperature of 26 degrees centigrade on average. Summer heat can surge the temperature to 31 degrees celsius. Rainfall is relatively high in summer and even heavier in autumn. Typhoon is also frequent during the autumn season. Winter in Tokyo is cold and dry, while snowfall is common, although shorter in duration than the northern part of Japan.

Highlights attractions in Tokyo

• Tokyo Imperial Palace – Tokyo Imperial Palace is the residence of the living Japanese Imperial Family. The palace was built in the late 19^th century after the capital of Japan was moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. The palace structure was rebuilt after it was destroyed during World War II. Visitors can visit the palace gardens and Kokyo Plaza, where the bridges to the inner palace can be seen. The inner palace grounds, however, are closed from the public except during the New Year's Greeting on 2^nd January and Emperor’s Birthday on 23^rd February. To understand about the palace grounds, visitors can take a 75-minute guided tour available every day except Sundays and Mondays. Visitors can reach the Imperial Palace by walking 10 minutes from Tokyo Station.
• Ueno Park – Situated next to Ueno Station is the famous Ueno Park. The park area was originally part of Kaneiji Temple dated from Edo period which later was destroyed during the Meiji governance. Shinobazu Pond and temple hall Bentendo are among the remnants from the old temple within the park ground. Visitors can also conveniently visit many museums located in Ueno Park such as Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum and National Museum for Western Art. Ueno Zoo, the first zoological garden in Japan is also here. Ueno Park has amazing scenery of beautiful cherry blossom trees along the central pathway, making it a very popular attraction for cherry blossom viewing in the spring season.
• Odaiba – For visitors looking for an area filled with entertainment and shopping, Odaiba would be perfect for you. Located on a manmade island in Tokyo Bay, Odaiba is notable for its unique and futuristic architecture like the Fuji TV building. Odaiba is also famous for its Statue of Liberty replica, giant-sized Gundam robot and it is one of the world's largest Ferris wheel. Visitors can shop and dine at the Decks Tokyo Beach, Aquacity Odaiba and Venus Fort. To experience watching Tokyo from high above, visitors can choose to visit observation decks at either Telecom Center, Fuji TV Building or the Ferris wheel. If you are at the observation deck at night, do not miss the stunning view of the Rainbow Bridge, the connecting bridge from Odaiba to the other side of Tokyo.