Thank you for this. Click here if you have forgotten your ID or password, Premium Point / Point on ANA Before proceeding to log in, please be sure to read and accept the section on the purpose of using personal information inthe ANA Privacy Policy. Destination Expert. If you have an Australian visa or passport, you will not need a visa to transit Tokyo HND. Due to flight cancellations and rebookings we are now going to be transiting in Haneda for 32 hours (earlier it was 8). Leaving it literally, all behind and refraining from having to continually explain myself to friends and associates who ask Why are you doing that? Great article and Im loving your responses to some of the comments. It works out most of the time, but sucks for edge-cases like this. COVID-19 test: Required. The hotel has rooms at the airside (https://www.the-royalpark.jp/the/tokyohaneda/en/transit/). Overnight transit in Haneda is allowed it is only at Narita where that is currently prohibited. Though small, it satisfied the need to freshen up and sleep before our late night flight. 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) Good stuff! We have some long layovers coming up on our trip to Thailand and were wondering what we could do for those 13 hours in the Haneda Airport. Alcohol & Quick bites (ramen) can be purchased for a reasonable price. Thank you! Then proceed to the 3rd floor departures lobby and go through the security check. Rules there are sacrosanct and Matthew would have shown himself to be a gigantic POS if hed pressed when the rules were clearly against him. Collect any checked baggage at baggage claim and re-check your baggage at the domestic transit counter. Select your terminal and confirm your route. 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. Thanks! Tokio Marine Nichido offers insurance that foreign visitors can apply after arriving in Japan. Otherwise I dont understand someone paying for business class ticket knowing you have to wait 15 hours for your next flight ! Please pick one that suits your needs. There is a JAL flight (business class) with very reasonable price. Use the icon on pages to add to But dear @flysas , next time if I a, Ready for #PIA from #MAN to #JFK -- we will be rac, Another room with a beautiful view #hyattregenc, Enjoying #shanghai with @onemileatatime from the i, From my front gate to my boarding gate in 15 minut, @malaysiaairlines #747 out of retirement and in se, View from my 61st floor room at the beautiful bran. Babies & Kids Guide - Lets play at Haneda. We have a 18 hour layover at Haneda coming up in May, arriving at 445PM and departing at 1130AM the next morning. My plan was to stay in the Royal Park Hotel, the airside transit hotel at HND. confused..pls HELP. No problem! I am flying from La guardia into Haneda and have a 18 hour layover (going to Jakarta). Al, Norway. Hopefully things change for the better in a months time but not feeling very optimistic at this time. I will be facing the same thing in a month at Haneda. You always have your hand out but condemn people for helping the less fortunate. It is probably a function of *A wanting to have rules that are consistent without being overly generous. If you are entering the country, please check the International Arrival steps. Please pick one that suits your needs. Its such a nonsensical reason not to do so, especially if on one PNR. The Government of Japan doesn't need to take care of extra positives who just transit. After arriving at the terminal, please proceed to the security check. Customers taking international flights will use either Terminal 2 or Terminal 3. I have to transit through Haneda airport in May, 2020.. and tried calling the hotel but he didn't understand my question. Have a safe trip! Get ready for your dream trip to Japan!Japan is now open to travelers from all countries or regions!Those who are entering Japan on or after April 29th 2023 will not be required to present a valid vaccination certificate or a Covid-19 negative test certificate. In short., I am reading overnight transits are not allowed on sherpa (joinsherpa.com) but from what I am reading here, you managed to survive an overnight layover. Generally, Americans can enter Japan without a visa, but due to the pandemic, that scheme has been suspended for American passport holders, right? After a couple espressos and a warm shower, I was feeling great. Hi Matthew thank you for writing about your experience. Airport Limousine Bus. We may have to go through a similar ordeal but your experience is very valuable. Overnight transit in Haneda is allowed. Like anybody in this world cares if Dara from the liveandletsfly.com comment section would hire them. All Rights Reserved. I have never done an international connection between different airlines without going out to the check-in counter. With seven slot pairs available, it consolidated its Tokyo operations at the in-town airport, with plans to serve it from seen US gateways. Do let us know how it actually turns out. The bus will arrive at the 1st floor of terminal 3. The Japanese government's border quarantine measures have been revised, and from 0:00 a.m. (Japan time) on April 29, 2023, it is no longer necessary to present a valid vaccination certificate or certificate of inspection. Are air carriers to hand-hold and baby every customer? Do i need negative PCR or Antigen test 3days before arrival? The shuttle bus departs every 10 to 20 minutes. Save. I love that level of Japanese conscientiousness. favorites, Share your travel photos with us by hashtagging your images with #visitjapanjp. . Good to hear. They let all the economy plus pax in. I am travelling through ANA and I have a same question about flight from Delhi to Canada 2months after same schedule and same airline and same layover . Did you say there is a JAL lounge I could spend my time at? Al, Norway. DONT be a pussy! Thank you again for sharing your experience and your thoughts! There were a couple places open till midnight, but I do intermittent fasting and did not even get hungry. Is it possible to transit through Tokyo at this time of Covid restrictions if I do not plan to stay in Japan (Tokyo). Thanks for the detailed write up, Matthew. Instead of setting myself up for disappointment, I will instead re-channel my innate habit to bitch and complain and truly be grateful. Even if you could have got inside the lounge, you would be kicked out at night. Great article. I see that you mostly stay at 3rd floor terminal 3. Hi Matthew, we are flying out of Bangkok on July 6 at night, arriving at Haneda early morning on July 7, and have a 9 hour layover in Haneda. I thought there was an international terminal open 24 hours with facilities. 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. I set my things down and walked over to the kitchen area to make myself a cup of coffee. From what I am gather overnight transit is nothing allowed but I am reading here that clearly managed to get through an overnight transit. As of March 29, 2020, international flights are being operated at Haneda Airport terminals 2 and 3. Report inaccuracy link and provided them with this: https://www.ana.co.jp/asw/topinfo/info_branch_g.jsp?infoID=vn_e20200501133159&info_tool_flag=1. Please go from the 2F Arrival Lobby to the 3F Departure Lobby. . I am not well and unable to sit for that length of time. It is as if you are still on board the flight to your destination. Browse the JNTO site in one of multiple languages, From 11th October, pre COVID-19 visa exemption arrangements are resumed. Thank you. How I Spent My 20-Hour Layover In Tokyo Haneda Airport (I Was Denied Lounge Access), The new United Polaris Lounge at Washington Dulles, @malaysiaairlines just announced it would retire i, Welcome to @fly_bur @aveloair! I have to transit through Haneda airport in May, 2020.. and tried calling the hotel but he didn't understand my question. I know it is a week before normal-ish services resume at the airports, but for a first solo trip, really poor. Babies & Kids Guide - Lets play at Haneda. Does this mean that I will have to go past the security to claim my checked bags? Now I know the airside hotel is still closed, is there an area inside JAL lounge where I can sleep for a few hours? For example, I am easily able to obtain an entry visa into Japan using my MX passport without issue (due to immediate family ties) whereas with my US passport, I would have to jump through several different hoops and sacrifice a virgin. As a resident of Japan, I would like to commend the writer for putting others before yourself. AA will need to check bags through. Please pick up your baggage and go to Terminal 3. After going through the security check for domestic flights (no later than 45 minutes before departure time), proceed to terminal 2 by the shuttle bus. Client bought the ticket, knowing there was an overnight. Staff are also frequently using hand sanitizer. 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. If you have less than this amount of time to go until your flight, please proceed to Terminal 2. For details, please check Going Between Terminals. BABY & KIDS GUIDE HANEDA ! Conditions of Carriage for Domestic Flights, Conditions of Carriage for International Flights. I have 16h layover in Tokyo at Haneda airport at terminal 3. That I know for certain. Maybe long shot but flying through Haneda ( from Flight is for April does that mean the rules will be changing then? Interesting question I actually dont know because I thought tourists are only allowed in as part of guided tours, but I would think so. Customers taking international flights will use either Terminal 2 or Terminal 3. . But Japan is planning to reopen on June 1st. Due to lack of international travel, Japan international airport ameneties are at bare minimums. I believe transit is only allowed within Terminal 3. Obviously she should let you into the lounge. at their destination and transit point. I like your first idea better. I have an upcoming trip this June to Bangkok with a 20 hour layover in Haneda as well. You only need to satisfy the destination testing requirements. Operation is temporarily suspended. 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. Thanks. Im going to Chicago and will have 12 hours layover in Haneda. The lounge rules were clearly laid out and I chose the routing. Hi Husan, your bag will be checked through. I am looking to buy a ticket that is MEX-IST-HND in Turkish Business in November to celebrate my bday in Japan. Only NRT-BKK. Go to Visit Japan Web for smooth entry through the Immigration and Customs. This post is really helpful. I just had another thought if I could not purchase entry to an A&A lounge. A few things amazed me, in a very good way: I made it to 5:00am without even buying food or drink, not that there would have been anything open. The hotel was open when I went there in July and September 2021. How annoying that they dont consider the pandemic restrictions in stupid rules like that. These entitled snowflakes create 99% of the problems. Hi Matt, thanks for sharing your experience. 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 your understanding. Huge respect for not losing it? The transit bus inside the restricted areas is still temporarily suspended. So after 10 PM, I am going to take your cue and snooze at the gate seats. Thank you! 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. Thanks. Hello, due to flight changes we now have a 7 hour wait in Haneda airport. Is this still permitted with the current Covid rules. Need visa as per advice from the hotel..But individual on transit how to apply visa ? You could think about flying to Singapore and then connecting to Thailand. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) Live and Let's Fly All Rights Reserved.Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this sites author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Matthew, huge respect to you for not losing it. Follow the indications for International Connecting Flights (Terminal 3) and proceed to the security check. I think Santisco already did. Anyway, thanks again, really appreciate the info and the positive take on your experience. Rules are rules, no exceptions, period. when it comes to adherence to rules. Unfortunately, it is not just Americans which protest the inequity and unfairness or relative irrationality of the world. Asking because I believe Narita requires that the onward journey be part of the same ticket. May I ask, when was your transit experience? Any idea if wed be allowed in from 445PM until they close around midnight? When I got to LAX before boarding my flight to HND, I went to the gate and talked to JAL staff. From October 25, 2020, all codeshare flights operated by StarFlyer to/from Haneda Airport use Terminal 1. In Japan, they play by the rules, and the country benefits tremendously from it. However, you will need to re-enter your password as a form of verification when making reservations, requesting awards, registering/revising personal information, and using other members-only functions. and will purchase a basic economy fare. Global715255. 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? Thanks. Yes. Asking someone to bend a rule for you (or even worse, make a stink over it) is considered more than just bad manners. You will not be permitted to travel from one Japanese airport to another in order to board a connecting flight. -Show your QR codes on Visit Japan Web at Immigration and Customs of the arriving airport. Turkish departs from T3, as do other Star Alliance flights including ANA. Transportation in Tokyo and the Shinkansen, Using ticket machines in Fukuoka to buy tickets for Tokyo. Will really appreciate your response on this. It is strongly recommended that you purchase a private medical insurance with adequate coverage and services that includes coverage for medical expenses related to COVID-19. No need (or opportunity) to collect in HND during your extended transit. Assuming Singapore airlines is also in terminal 3. It is simply that Germans are more willing to accept a situation which is often times obviously not equitable, fair, just and/or rational. Check Restrictions and Measures of Your Country of Residence. Tokyo, Japan. (see above comment!). Before proceeding to log in, please be sure to read and accept the section on the purpose of using personal information in. Thats how things are done in japan: By The Book. You would not be allowed to transit or travel on the ticket until Japan re-opens. The lounge? Opening hours of the domestic transit counter in Terminal 3 will be changed from April 11, 2023. Finally, I was at Haneda in March 2020, and they had no food in their lounges because it could spread Covid. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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. There are many ways to get to Haneda Airport. If were not entering Japan does that mean we only have to fulfill testing requirements for our final destination? Tourism is not permitted and even same-day transit across town between Haneda and Narita airports is not allowed. Thank you very much for the information. I believe in Narita you need to pass through Border Control to collect your bags. Clearly, in my personal opinion, we will choose to behave that this is what I deserve to get. Are there hot water? Given the recent announcements made by the central and local governments, we are revising the business operations of The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda, as follows, to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Stick to a Star Alliance connection, if possible. Hi Matthew, Thank you for your informative article. Both flights are going in and out of terminal 3. Thanks again, I really appreciate you taking your time to reply and help me (us)!!!