Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Iberia is set to recommence its direct flights between Madrid and Tokyo Narita International Airport starting on October 27, 2024, coinciding with the commencement of the upcoming winter season. The Spanish airline will operate three weekly flights from Madrid on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, while flights from Tokyo will depart on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays throughout the year.
This direct flight between Madrid and Tokyo stands as the sole nonstop connection bridging Spain and Japan.
A total of over 45,000 seats will be available for sale between Spain and Japan during the forthcoming winter season, spanning from October 27th to March 25th.
Due to the closure of Russian airspace, adjustments have been made to the flight path to Tokyo. Customers flying round-trip with Iberia will experience a round-the-world journey, departing from Madrid to Tokyo via the southern route and returning across the northern path, traversing Russia, the Pacific Ocean, and the Arctic, taking into account crucial wind dynamics in route planning.
Seats for these flights are now available for purchase on Iberia.com, with prices starting at €931 for a round-trip ticket.
Iberia has chosen the Airbus A350 aircraft, known for its modernity, efficiency, and reduced noise levels, to operate this new direct flight. With its innovative Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines and latest-generation materials, the A350 consumes 30 to 35% less fuel compared to similar planes, leading to lower CO2 emissions. The aircraft has a capacity for 330 passengers, including 31 in Business, 24 in Premium Economy, and 293 in Economy.
Madrid, serving as a gateway from Asia to Spain, Europe, and Latin America, gains significance with this direct flight to Tokyo. This marks Iberia’s return to Japan and Asia, reestablishing its presence after the last direct flight operated in 2020 due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
María Jesús López Solás, Iberia’s Commercial and Network Development and Alliances Director, expressed, “Our return to Tokyo signifies a significant milestone for Iberia. It reflects our commitment to Japan, where our operations began in 1986. This, coupled with our recent launch of direct flights to Doha, underscores our dedication to Asia. At Iberia, we aim to showcase Madrid’s potential as a gateway connecting Spain, Europe, and Latin America to this thriving continent.”
The flight schedule between Madrid and Tokyo allows seamless connections with Iberia’s extensive network, covering approximately 140 destinations across 46 countries, including 45 in Spain, 56 in Europe, 8 in Africa, 27 in America, and 2 in the Middle East. Since 2016, Iberia has been part of the Siberian Joint Business (SJB) agreement, collaborating with Japan Airlines, British Airways, and Finnair to operate routes between Japan and Europe.
Iberia also offers the Stopover Hola Madrid program for passengers flying from Tokyo to other destinations, allowing a stay of up to six nights in the Spanish capital without additional flight costs. This program provides various discounts and benefits at hotels, restaurants, and leisure activities, attracting around 20,000 passengers annually.
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