If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Im most likely flying JAL econ0my and get to Haneda around 7pm. Yikes! Will that allow me to get out of the airport and maybe go to a hotel to relax? do not go past immigration and security) then you dont need to do any testing for Japan. They dont accept voip, like Skype, and have no email address. Hope you all happy travels and may you and your loved ones be safe during the holiday seasons! Leaving it literally, all behind and refraining from having to continually explain myself to friends and associates who ask Why are you doing that? But in my experience, the rules tend to be most frequently interpreted in a way that best suits the users purpose. Super unclear to me, Wished airlines caution such things while booking, Well that was filled with an horrific amount of typos. Editorial Disclosure: The editorial content on this page is not provided by any entity mentioned herein. Areas subjected to entry ban 2. Right now, at both Haneda and Narita, only a handfull of duty free shops and convenience store-type shops remain open. Transiting through Narita - COVID test? Good to hear. Do i need Covid medical insurance ? Thanks. Please also see the Frequently Asked Questions (Japanese page) on the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare website. Overnight transit in Haneda is allowed. As much as I would like to be comfortable and well-rested (17 hours layover @Haneda), reading this blog has helped me revise my own expectations. Just wanted to say thanks for your extremely helpful article. So in order to check in, you need to pass through the custom and passport control, and get to the departure floor. and will purchase a basic economy fare. Thanks Matthew for this blog. However, it requires a change in airports in Tokyo, from Haneda airport (HND) to Narita airport (NRT) with a 4 hour transit window. Small problem: it is still closed due to the pandemic (not that its website reflects this). Lets not even get into how Germans cannot handle their 4% ABV alcohol in public haha and become completely violent and disorderly in any major German city square almost every night, particularly the weekend. These entitled snowflakes create 99% of the problems. So if no tourist visa just transit 21 hrs at transit lounge? Were a family travelling in late June with a 15 hour lay-over at Haneda. Thank you for this. Working both in the aviation industry and as a travel consultant, Matthew has been featured in major media outlets around the world and uses his Live and Let's Fly blog to share the latest news in the airline industry, commentary on frequent flyer programs, and detailed reports of his worldwide travel. please advise! That he simply was not entitled to be admitted to Restaurant Bar Tailwind I traveled through there on the 5th, and taking the free bus from the domestic terminal 2 to the international terminal 3. The landside part is open, but not going to help here. People need to understand that what may work in the States wont work elsewhere. 2. Will I be allowed to use the ticket at all? We have a 18 hour layover at Haneda coming up in May, arriving at 445PM and departing at 1130AM the next morning. Hi Matthew, Thank you for your informative article. Will really appreciate your response on this. Yes, the JAL lounge is open from 5:00am to last departure so youll have lounge access for your entire journey. Since were flying in from the US, we were a little concerned that a 70 minute connection time left no room for error, which is why were took the Haneda route. Any way you can change your flight? We are in a similar situation (traveling with my family into SFO via Tokyo). Visit Japan Web thank you for this thread. Finally, I was at Haneda in March 2020, and they had no food in their lounges because it could spread Covid. Obviously she should let you into the lounge. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. It is available from 10:00 to 17:00, and can be reached at 03-6233-9266. The transit in Singapore would be permitted. You are correct that you cannot currently transit from HND to NRT or connect in KIX, since you would have to enter Japan for the domestic connection. I will be facing the same thing in a month at Haneda. Thanks. confused..pls HELP. Thanks so much for sharing this something we all are unlikely to otherwise learn! Al, Norway. Transit in Tokyo International Haneda Jun 7, 2022, 12:37 AM Save I am flying to London from Sydney on the 27th. Hello, Im planning to have a similar duration layover in Haneda and am wondering if there is anywhere at all that I could stay during this time if I do some preplanning? Outside of banner ads published through the Boarding Area network, this compensation does not impact how and where products appear on this site. Today confirmed HNL to CGK connection can be booked with 48,450 JPY fare. 1,405 Reviews. Yes. Do, I need a transit visa for this stay? Hoping to get a response. Highly unlikely the current framework, which only allows group tours, will be changed. I just had another thought if I could not purchase entry to an A&A lounge. Thank you for your quick reply Matthew! Im struggling to work out the testing requirements for Japan. The last five hours in the lounge flew by and I soon found myself boarding my Boeing 787-9 for Bangkok. You can wait but it will be like a torture. I do have same case with you lounge access only the day after so i need sleep in the benches as well. I dont think Im allowed to take a domestic flight within Japan either. It's stop over when it's 72 hours. I think Santisco already did. Is it possible to transit through Tokyo at this time of Covid restrictions if I do not plan to stay in Japan (Tokyo). I have a VISA approved for a Tokyo visit October 25-27. I will be in transit in Tokyo International Haneda airport overnight. I filled out the Japanese arrival form, but was told by ANA staff that was not necessary. Currently, all nonresident foreigners without exceptional circumstances are denied entry to Japan, regardless of their country of origin. Through the use of posters, we ask passengers to refrain from having conversations in locations where people are in close proximity. Id say is it worthwhile to save the $400! But also why would the airline sell me this ticket with this overnight transit if it was not allowed? So I am wondering whether he should go via Handen airport at all. Are air carriers to hand-hold and baby every customer? Normally, as long as ticketing is made flights to destination must be guranteed. Otherwise I dont see why this would happen. Passengers are allowed to make same-day connections in Tokyo Narita and can make overnight connections in Tokyo Haneda, but in both cases are not allowed to actually enter Japan. So after 10 PM, I am going to take your cue and snooze at the gate seats. I probably could have been an ugly American, created a scene, raised my voice, and gained access to the lounge. Quarantine measures 4. No 3 days before arrival negative covid test ?? If you do not need to go through the immigration & customs area, which means that you are not entering Japan, then you do not need a visa and do not need to submit a COVID-19 test result. Too bad my flight is end of may. Did you say there is a JAL lounge I could spend my time at? I am flying delta to Japan and then ANA to Bangkok the next day. 33 reviews of "The pictures and reviews make it confusing, but this listing is for the train station at Haneda Airport's International Terminal. (1) Route (round trip/one-way) (2) Connecting flight (yes or no) (3) Vaccination (complete/incomplete) (4) Passport issuing country (Nationality) (5) Origin and destination (6) Departure date. My head hurts . I ended up contacting JAL and fortunately they told me that someone will assist with my baggage claim. When I got to LAX before boarding my flight to HND, I went to the gate and talked to JAL staff. Great article. No need (or opportunity) to collect in HND during your extended transit. You always have your hand out but condemn people for helping the less fortunate. Thats how things are done in japan: By The Book. Are there any tattoo restrictions in Japan? Asking someone to bend a rule for you (or even worse, make a stink over it) is considered more than just bad manners. I would never book any flight trough japan but being forced because need to use my AA Credit otherwise it will expire. ANA does allow lounge access for international overnight connection at HND: They cost roughly the same. Not sure, but overnight transit is not a problem at HND. May I ask, when was your transit experience? They would have been mortified that they failed in their job. It is really helpful for a family of 3 traveling to SFO via Haneda. Customers taking domestic flights will use either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. Thats a great question. is PCR test required for flight transit through Japan? But Japan is planning to reopen on June 1st. Grateful for making a life transition to Thailand, where a condo and pool await, where I am stepping into a vision I have had for a decade. Now I know what is waiting for me. I read somewhere that transit was allowed up to 72 hrs for Tokyo International Haneda airport. ANA will trial the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Travel Pass on its flights connecting Tokyo with Honolulu and New York until June 6. Instead of setting myself up for disappointment, I will instead re-channel my innate habit to bitch and complain and truly be grateful. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114000261', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');flights with shorter time at the airport. Its just about every person for themselves in this world. Maybe long shot but flying through Haneda ( from Cheers! . Its not looking like Japan will be open. Question B) do you think it is safer or more sound to buy MEX-IST-ICN and then buy ICN-NRT/HND if Japan finally opens? At just after 5:00am, I proceeded to the lounge where I was welcomed as the first guest. Then it would be up to the air carrier to provide some kind of compensating service for their mess up. I was able to split the award JFK-HND on NH using UA miles and the next day HND-BKK on JL using AA miles but Im too old to sit up from 6pm until 11a inside the Haneda Intl Terminal so with the transit hotel closed indefinitely that is a no go. (see above comment!). Japan always follows the rules, regardless of what might be sensical customer service to the recipient. Is it true that there is no customs? There were a few cafes open. Hi Eleasha, currently overnight transits are not allowed in NRT: https://www.ana.co.jp/asw/topinfo/info_branch_g.jsp?infoID=vn_e20200501133159&info_tool_flag=1, https://www.ana.co.jp/en/jp/topics/coronavirus-travel-information/immigration/. I was initially bummed out that I could not get out to explore the city, but reading your article helped level set my expectations. https://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/travel_and_visa.html. Please note that Narita Airport does not operate 24 hours and you will not be able to stay in the transit area overnight. my question is if we could purchase a pass to the lounge, or if that wasnt an option at all? She's flying July 8th next month. I was thinking the same thing as Jesper. International call charges may apply.) After check in at the Delta counter, I made my way up the escalators pre-security to the restaurants section and enjoyed a Mos Burger with fries for about 830 yen. Is lounge access provided to ALL passengers? Quick question regarding CHASE SAPPHIRE PRESERVED CREDIT CARD you mentioned, can we use this credit card for the ANA lounge Access even if we fly economy class ? You want to make sure, for ease of transit and because the rules about terminal changes are nebulous, that if your connecting flight in HND, should it become necessary, departs from the same terminal as your Turkish flight. Thank you for this article. If on the secure side past the immigration/passport control, you should have access. By the time is reaches local media, we see headlines like Japan to restrict entry for Americans or something, which leads people to think it is a nationality-related issue. How to book. Additionally, in the event you go to the wrong terminal, moving between terminals is very convenient. I confirmed this with JAL agents as well (in case this helps anyone as well). Alcohol & Quick bites (ramen) can be purchased for a reasonable price. Good stuff! I have no idea why so many miles and points bloggers feel the need to make this about their particular citizenship or residency. However, there is no award space from HND-BKK. Hi actually i have 15hour stay in haneda Airport. I have some terrible questions that I hope you could help me with When in Rome , do as the Romans do The ANA Lounge is now part of Priority Pass. There has been a lot of thread highjacking here, so let me contribute as well. Hello, thanks for the answer. Will I be allowed to stay in the airport? Each year he travels more than 200,000 miles by air and has visited more than 135 countries. It also has to do with the visa-free entry agreement Japan and the US have. I also could have just booked a business class ticket on United, stuck my tongue out, and gained access to the lounge that way. Literally no access to lounges, food, shops! Second option is not bad, but hopefully unnecessary. Thanks Matthew! Great article and Im loving your responses to some of the comments. The smartphone app shows travelers' polymerase. Suspension of visa validity 5. I like your first idea better. There's no mention of transit flyers anywhere on Ana, Jal, or US embassy in Japan. Sadly, when people act ugly, they often get what they want. Then somebody told me "you can't transit through Japan right now, we were there just a couple months ago, they won't let you". Thank you! Im doing the same layover in December on my way to Thailand. Any idea if wed be allowed in from 445PM until they close around midnight? I am keeping both bookings until a day before departure, in case one gets cancelled (both bookings had multiple cancellations so far its a great way to spend your (extensive) free time on chasing call centres, in case youre wondering) We are conducting thorough cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces frequently touched by passengers: doorknobs, handrails, luggage carts, wheelchairs, baby strollers, straps and handrails on free terminal shuttle buses. One money exhcange and couple of vending machines, not even a 7 eleven store around. As a trans-oceanic commuter between Osaka and the US, I think I can shed some light on this. I had to rebook my flight through Singapore. So I want to know if I have to collect the checked in baggage at HND or I would be able to get in directly in India. (There, perhaps, is still hope of three week the transit hotel will re-open. My friend will be boarding in Thailand and will be flying through Haneda Airport, Japan with 10 hrs wait, final destination is USA. Overnight transit in Haneda is allowed it is only at Narita where that is currently prohibited. But noits just a lounge. 1. Did you need to do any pre-departure testing to transit through Haneda Airport (Tokyo)? Pretty much as the airside transit hotel is unlikely to be open either. are there convenience store. This would be a good solution there should be no problem checking bags or combining the two tickets, even though SQ and JL are different. Serious question: couldnt you access the lounge with a Priority Pass? I believe transit is only allowed within Terminal 3. Hi there, how did you access/buy Sky Lounge? Have a safe trip! I am shocked Matt does not have the basic knowledge that raising your voice in Japan is shameful,,despicable and it will get you nowhere for sure! I leave Tokyo to go to Australia until November 6. Were there at least some vending machines for food/drinks available ? U r a guru. Will miss the @united #globalfirstlounge at #ord. Some of their morning departures are super early too, which means that paying for a room at an airport hotel often isnt a viable option for a proper nights sleep. I have priority pass and assumed I would spend the day in the lounge, but it looks like thats not an option. Enjoy your stay. Lose your temper in Thailand too and see what happens. Im just curious how would layover between haneda and Narita would work, given the foreighners restrictions still in place. Thank you and wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. I am flying to Taipei with my wife and three year old daughter next Friday had booked the Royal Park Hotel for Friday night. Immigration Restrictions as Border Control Measures by Various Countries and Regions Departing passengers are kindly requested to confirm before travel the latest information provided by the government bodies, embassy/consulate, health authorities, etc. is PCR test required for flight transit through Japan? If were not entering Japan does that mean we only have to fulfill testing requirements for our final destination? I am looking into flying from NYC to HND/NRT flying Japan Airlines on 1 ticket and then transiting through HND/NRT to get to Seoul on a different airline on a separate ticket on the same day. Didnt know the hotel was closed Now rethinking since we a group of 5 with elderly parents. Do you have a ROC passport or visa? I dont think youll be able to get in until the day of travel, sadly. Airside transfer and shuttle buses will also be ventilated frequently and disinfected according to passenger volume. It may be of inconvenience to you and me but creating a scene doesnt help. Prior to the pandemic I would commute in and out of Haneda. I have a JAL overnight layover in Narita (17 hours+) and was totally planning on using the lounge until I read this By Augt 15th hope more leniency for tourist visa to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Hi Matthew, Because my flight departed after 5:00am, I did not have lounge accessyet. The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda, Ota: "I have to transit through Haneda airport in May." | Check out 5 answers, plus 740 reviews and 1,522 candid photos Ranked #5 of 66 hotels in Ota and rated 4 of 5 at Tripadvisor. This is so helpful! Thank you for the detailed info. at their destination and transit point. Can someone tell me if ANA check luggage through to final destinations and what is the quickest most convenient way to transfer terminals. Thank you Matthew for the article I was searching for information about layover restrictions and came across your well written and informative article Aloha. I found an alternate award from from HND to BKK but it goes via KIX. The Chase Sapphire Reserve or Capital One Venture X both includes access for two guests. Hopefully, theyll update it because I read about an AA agent that referred to Sherpas website and (wrongfully) denied a passenger boarding to HND stating that Japan does not allow overnight transits. Unless maybe if its an ANA ticket Turkish will let me check them through at origin? We have installed hand sanitizing stations for passenger use at various locations, such as terminal entrances/exits, counters, and security checkpoints. Anyway, thanks again, really appreciate the info and the positive take on your experience. I read somewhere that transit was allowed up to 72 hrs for Tokyo International Haneda airport. It is simply that Germans are more willing to accept a situation which is often times obviously not equitable, fair, just and/or rational. Hi Matt, thanks for sharing your experience. Which appears very unlikely now. Delta should be able to check the bag through all the way without any issue. Until I read your article, I was still under impression that Royal Park Transit is open for transit guests. LX do that all the time. Babies & Kids Guide - Lets play at Haneda. Please let us know what happens. The country is set to reopen next month, so sleeping on a bench may not be necessary. Ive seen Japanese service personnel tense up at the prospect of dealing with angry gaijin syndrome. Did you need to do a PCR test for your overnight layover? Last I checked the transit hotel is still closed. (HNL PNH), (PHN HNL). Due to flight cancellations and rebookings we are now going to be transiting in Haneda for 32 hours (earlier it was 8). ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-113999993', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Japan. International to international transfers Domestic to international transfers STEP1 Domestic arrivals (Arrive at North Wing, South Wing) Domestic arrivals terminal 1, level 1 STEP2 Free shuttle bus Please get on the shuttle bus from the locations listed below. I now know which booking I will cancel. Here in the NY area on the other hand I just drove out to EWR from the city at 7pm on a Friday and on the interstate about half of the lights were not functioning. The hours passed and I got a whole lot of work doneand also slept well, using the duvet I brought along and turning my sweater into a pillow. That was a very narrow interpretation of lounge access rules. Typical of people with your belief system. Im an employer and I would never hire him. Well done Matthew. I gave up on ANA a couple years ago because of their overcrowded business longes. Many rules are quite arbitrary, particularly in the context of travel rules. How annoying that they dont consider the pandemic restrictions in stupid rules like that. I have a 20 hour layover in Japan. >>>By Augt 15th hope more leniency for tourist visa to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? There is nothing online that foresaw this, your blog excepted. PS. I know it is a week before normal-ish services resume at the airports, but for a first solo trip, really poor. The escorted tour groups are just starting their journeys. Maybe the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Reply I was in Narita airport for ten hours couple days ago, we were only allowed to go from terminal 1 to terminal 2 (departing), most everything was closed at terminal 2, only one cafe which had four items on the menu, and few duty free shops. It is as if you are still on board the flight to your destination. The lack of transit visas means you are still stuck a year later, just like I was in 2021. Yes, the country has now reopened to foreign visitors. Question if I booked a separate new ticket from Haneda to Bangkok(Singapore airlines), do you think Id be allowed to keep that original sfo-Haneda flight (No checked bags), or would JAL not allow me to board the plane in SFO? I will have a 12hr layover at HND (5:30AM 5PM) with JAL. I have a 20 hour layover at HND in late June and would love to be able to leave the airport if possible. Is there a viewing deck access? Stick to a Star Alliance connection, if possible. Q : It says that it is mandatory to carry a smartphone when entering Japan but are there any exceptions based on the age of the passenger? more. Yes, wifi is free and can be renewed every couple of hours. *For the origin and destination, please enter the name of the country or city. I looked for the cheapest flight out of Haneda, and there was one to another city in Japan for $35, leaving at 8pm. At Haneda Airport, we are working together with the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and other relevant agencies and airport operators to take measures against COVID-19. It is probably a function of *A wanting to have rules that are consistent without being overly generous. My question is are the lounges worth it? Thanks. I am flying to London from Sydney on the 27th. I am flying United entirely, but the second flight is operated by ANA. Thank you very much for the information. We are encouraging passengers to stay a safe distance from each other by suggesting a standard distance and changing the way we use and place tables and chairs. They let all the economy plus pax in. If you need to go through the immigration & customs area at the airport in Japan, which is currently prohibited, then you must reschedule your flights. This has had many effects including a decline in demand for flights. Apr 19, 2022, 4:19 PM Save I have an upcoming flight from Edmonton, Canada to Manila, PH and one of my connecting flights is through Tokyo, Narita Airport. And on more than one occasion, I have had clients (major Japanese firms) at the completion of a project attempt to re-negotiate pricing and payments (on signed contracts). Contact your local consulate to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Thanks for not making a scene at the lounge! I accessed the SKY LOUNGE ( open 8:00 AM to 10:PM on weekdays) got refreshed and had a few coffees till closing time 10:00 PM, it was 1050 Yen ($9.10) not bad at all. Changing terminals in Haneda Airport. The PP website doesnt mention any restrictions. That doesnt seem very rule-based to me. One exception for you would mean keeping staff there who normally arent there. Customer service is to find a reasonable solution to a problem not created by the client. Doing that would have embarrassed the desk agent beyond belief. (I dont like it, but I do understand it) Hi Matthew , thank you for this great article . I have seen many Germans lose face traveling and make scenes just recently in July in Frankfurt one German berated another German about the rules and the other German was quite mean in return. Is it okay to go outside the airport and tour around nearby tourist spots? After landing and confirming the hotel was closed, I proceeded to the ANA loungeit did not even dawn on me that I would not have access until the day of my flight to Bangkok, which was the following day. I am about to transit to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? It says VISA is valid for 3 months. And (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? If yes, then can you please tell me about the regulations as I was looking to book a flight from delhi to vancouver via haneda? I waited almost a full year to use it when I returned yo the US. But a great man is someone who takes a step back and admits that clearly the fault doesnt lie in the other party and just accept & make the best of the situation! Hi Matthew: There have been cases where passengers have been denied boarding due to them having incomplete or missing vaccination certificate or examination certificate. Sounds like that is not happening? Optimal connection times that do not require an overnight stay (for the most part). Get answers to your questions about Japan, Border enforcement measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19), 2023 public holiday chart in East Asian countries, Ministry of Justice official announcement for entry/re-entry. He considers himself a world traveller and Yet was considering to raise his voice in Japan and scream? It is an overnight stay. Please contact your airlines to confirm that you will NOT go through the immigration & customs area in Japan. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government launched a multilingual call center on COVID-19 for foreign residents. Thank you again for sharing your experience and your thoughts! Matt, do you think about what you are posting? Dara, actually, what you are is a complete a******. Save up to 30% when you upgrade to an image pack. Is the transit hotel in Haneda now open or when will it open? Im doing the exact flight in 12 days is first cabin open or available (the small pod rooms in airport)? Btw is the wifi 24 hours? Love the story about the security guard noticing the burnt out light and getting it fixed immediately. I have a 15 hour layover during the day and would love to have an access to it. You won't be issued visa so you cannot stay at hotels for the time being. Thanks for sharing, will have to figure something else out. One AA ticket or two separate tickets? Im flying with JAL. U strike me as someone who is keenly aware of proper civil discourse and conduct. Check your bag at the Transit Center and get your boarding pass before you head up to the terminal and through security. I wish the agents didnt cave in the US as well so I didnt have to frequently witness the overwrought theatrics happening at the front of the line. Isnt the problem just that the lounges and shops and restaurants are shut down? Hi . Select your terminal and confirm your route. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. Your enthusiasm should be tempered, though, realizing that in Japan only currently-living citizens can vote, and even then, only once. What airlines will she be using? The new Airport Limousine Bus shuttles international travellers from either Narita or Haneda airport to one of the designated hotels in Akasaka and Shinjuku. Thank you! 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