We don't care about transit passengers. Jun 26, 2022, 11:41 AM Save I've read all of the infos online on embasey and Japanese airline sites, all confusing for me. I proceeded upstairs, presented my boarding pass, and was very apologetically told that I would not have access to the lounge until the following morning. I was thinking the same thing as Jesper. Some constructive criticism: maybe some more details about what type of places were open, just for anyone else who might be transiting through the airport at the same time. Prior to the pandemic I would commute in and out of Haneda. So after 10 PM, I am going to take your cue and snooze at the gate seats. I think Santisco already did. On the domestic side though, we can pretty much see business as usual. I am flying ANA economy and Im thinking of buying access to one of the lounges so I can take a shower before a long flight. I read somewhere that transit was allowed up to 72 hrs for Tokyo International Haneda airport. Were you denied access because you were arriving in Business? All airport staff are currently washing their hands thoroughly before starting work, during their break, and when they finish. That left me with a nearly 20-hour layover in HND, most of it spent in the airport terminal. The reason he is unprepared is that this is a first solo trip, and started from Australia but the JAL phone number in Australia has been disconnected, we dont know Japan,. Enjoy your stay. The country is set to reopen next month, so sleeping on a bench may not be necessary. Generally, Americans can enter Japan without a visa, but due to the pandemic, that scheme has been suspended for American passport holders, right? Ive never heard of being placed in a holding area versus simply the (largely deserted) gate area. Btw is the wifi 24 hours? I just think the travel agent isn't knowledgeable. 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. Hi Matt, Im grateful for your reply. It is open as of 11/13/2021 and I can book a room, but I could not find any information indicating it is an airside transit terminal hotel. It is available from 10:00 to 17:00, and can be reached at 03-6233-9266. I am so excited tha, I greatly miss the @lufthansa #747-8 at @flylaxair. Suspension of visa validity 5. If Marco Polo were alive today, could you imagine his response to our options and speed of travel? I see that you mostly stay at 3rd floor terminal 3. Its just about every person for themselves in this world. Different story if there was a cancellation or diversion. How to book. LX do that all the time. Thank you for this article. Is this still permitted with the current Covid rules. Due to flight cancellations and rebookings we are now going to be transiting in Haneda for 32 hours (earlier it was 8). IC card buying and returning question please. I could have, but I determined it wasnt worth it (also would not want to put my Lifetime MillionMiler status in jeopardy). I have two business class reward flight tickets from Australia to Europe for the same day with different airlines (one got cancelled, reinstated later after I booked with a different frequent flyer alliance), one of them on JAL with a 16 hour transit in Haneda arriving in Haneda at 7pm. I have a connection just like you in HND (JFK-HND-BKK in my case, mid February) . 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. Any idea if entry restrictions will be lifted by July 7? Finally, I was at Haneda in March 2020, and they had no food in their lounges because it could spread Covid. I also wonder how she could have made en exception if the whole lounge closes during the overnight? Trust me, Id never want to work for you or anyone like youdont flatter yourself. My friend is going home on June 2023 and he has a lay over of 20 hours in Japan. I explained my situation and asked them if they can help check my luggage directly to TSA. If no, then dont bother. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114121689', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Japan. 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. Enjoy your stay! *For the origin and destination, please enter the name of the country or city. If we have 1 business class ticket and 2 economy tickets, can we all 3 take a shower (even if we have to pay for the same) ? I ask because maybe Taiwanese citizens are allowed to enter Japan (I dont think so and I dont know the answer, just thinking out loud). Great article. Now I know the airside hotel is still closed, is there an area inside JAL lounge where I can sleep for a few hours? 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. Nice report. wondering if I should buy my husband and I one of those flights just to have A ticket to enter the lounge?? The same fare for the same route gives you a 12-hour lounge visit if its a same day connection and barely half an hour to grab a coffee before the early morning flight if its an overnight. Dara, actually, what you are is a complete a******. Do I need to install their Fast Track app and do I need any specific COVID PCR test such as nasopharyngeal swab if I'm only transiting? May I ask, when was your transit experience? ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114141757', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Japan to an onward international destination, you will not be subject to Japanese entry requirements, as long as your transit occurs within the same airport and no overnight stay is required. The transit hotel won't be available. If you want to clutch your pearls while throwing a fit because you feel that rules shouldnt apply to you, thats your call. Yes. As a US-based Japanese traveler who often uses the Tokyo Haneda Airport, I was curious about the status of the hotel. Lets suppose that Japan still does not open by then: Question A) do you think I can purchase a ticket from HND to somewhere else in Asia (Perhaps Kora) and go to the next gate checking in online, or at the gate itself, maybe? If were not entering Japan does that mean we only have to fulfill testing requirements for our final destination? 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. Alcohol & Quick bites (ramen) can be purchased for a reasonable price. Entry into Japan has nothing to do with being a US citizen or not. Hi thank you for your post very helpful. As a trans-oceanic commuter between Osaka and the US, I think I can shed some light on this. However, please check the source to verify the valid format for the certificate of negative results. I purposely booked a 24 hour layover in Japan, not realizing that it was closed to tourism. (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. Now the hotel is not letting transiting passengers anymore because of the current Covid spike. https://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/travel_and_visa.html. 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. Notice Regarding Measures Against COVID-19; Haneda Airport Original Wallpaper; Enjoy Haneda Airport; Recommended Spots; Artwork in the Terminals; . Delta should be able to check the bag through all the way without any issue. Currently, U.S. citizens are not allowed into Japan unless they have a visa (or obviously dual citizenship or permanent residence). Wondering about a few things regarding Haneda: If you have checked bags, is baggage claim on the airside as well? That I know for certain. Transiting through Narita - COVID test? It is as if you are still on board the flight to your destination. In addition, we routinely inform passengers that individuals with symptoms such as fever will not be allowed to board an aircraft and request all passengers wear a mask via terminal announcements. No problem! Suspension of visa exemption measures 6. Thank you! Very Karen behaviour which would make you appear to be an illbred oaf in their eyes! The following cases require entry into Japan and hence have to go through regular entry procedures: Transferring between Tokyo International Airport (Haneda Airport) and Narita International Airport; Safe travels! Customers taking international flights will use either Terminal 2 or Terminal 3. We have 15 hours layover in Haneda to BKK. From what I am gather overnight transit is nothing allowed but I am reading here that clearly managed to get through an overnight transit. Thats a great question. So just to confirm again. Babies & Kids Guide - Lets play at Haneda. Advertiser Disclosure: Some links to credit cards and other products on this website will earn an affiliate commission. The Chase Sapphire Reserve or Capital One Venture X both includes access for two guests. Check your bag at the Transit Center and get your boarding pass before you head up to the terminal and through security. But noits just a lounge. is PCR test required for flight transit through Japan? The escorted tour groups are just starting their journeys. I think airnippon. (see above comment!). >>>No 3 days before arrival negative covid test ?? Quantitative COVID-19 antigen tests are accepted. You're not entering (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I shall be travelling from Sydney to India in December. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114120607', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airline sites, all confusing for me. Now the hotel is not letting transiting passengers anymore because of the current Covid spike. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114141799', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Japan Airlines says. 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. I also find that the incredible adherence to rules and total lack of initiative and taking ownership stands in the way of true innovation and creativity a problem that often plagues Japanese companies. I will be having a 14 hr layover in haneda terminal 3 aswell this coming weeks with 2 teens and a child. Can someone tell me if ANA check luggage through to final destinations and what is the quickest most convenient way to transfer terminals. We are conducting thorough ventilation of locations such as security checkpoints, terminal buildings, customs, arrival floors, restaurants, and shops as much as possible. 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. We are making use of our website, social media, posters, digital signages, etc., to promote awareness among passengers. Quarantine measures 4. 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". 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 . If you havent stayed there, it is well worth it. I called AA to see if they could get me a different itinerary and the customer service representative told me that we would not be able to overnight in the Haneda airport. Will that allow me to get out of the airport and maybe go to a hotel to relax? I feel like it would be cheaper to do that then spend an entire day eating and drinking in the hotel, I dont think that will work you can try (and Id be curious) but not sure you can access the lounge if you have a domestic connection (i.e., they will make you exit to the domestic terminal). Do i need visa as Malaysian? Hi Ricky, unfortunately that is not allowed. People need to understand that what may work in the States wont work elsewhere. Serious question: couldnt you access the lounge with a Priority Pass? Thank you for any help. Reply DONT be a pussy! I probably could have been an ugly American, created a scene, raised my voice, and gained access to the lounge. Is the transit hotel in Haneda now open or when will it open? Highly unlikely the current framework, which only allows group tours, will be changed. https://jp.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/. I am a US citizen and worried about needing a visa in japan my final destination isnt japan, I am not planning on leaving the terminal! Yes, a rule-following society is perfect for Democrats. I have never done an international connection between different airlines without going out to the check-in counter. Are air carriers to hand-hold and baby every customer? HANEDA AIRPORT's preventive measures for COVID-19 and requests for all passengers Measures against COVID-19 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 . Matt thank you for this detailed article. Thanks. Which appears very unlikely now. Any way you can change your flight? The lack of transit visas means you are still stuck a year later, just like I was in 2021. Customers Connecting in Japan between International Flights Travelers who are not entering Japan and transferring directly to a third country by transit, are not required to submit any documents and undergo inspections in Japan. Yes, wifi is free and can be renewed every couple of hours. 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. Reply to: is PCR test required for flight transit through Japan? The transit in Singapore would be permitted. Unless maybe if its an ANA ticket Turkish will let me check them through at origin? My response, I dont have the authority on such matters, but I will pass your request to my superiors. Am I understanding the rules right? ANA does allow lounge access for international overnight connection at HND: Level1 (arrivals), bus stop 8 Please get on the green line bus. Does this mean that I will have to go past the security to claim my checked bags? His other options cost more by at least $400 US. 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. If you are not traveling in business class, you can buy access. What does the arrival process look like when transitting? Re: is PCR test required for flight transit through Japan? I dont think youll be able to get in until the day of travel, sadly. Its too bad the Royal Park Hotel is still closed. (American citizen), If I try to pivot and keep that ticket and also book a new ticket on Singapore airlines from Haneda to Bangkok, do you think JAL will allow me to board that seat from SFO to Haneda? We were hoping to leave the airport and see a bit of Tokyo before our 3:45 pm flight. Unfortunately, it is not just Americans which protest the inequity and unfairness or relative irrationality of the world. An almost uniquely American failure is believing the rules dont apply to me. at their destination and transit point. I vote Democrat and think this is no place for that. The Japanese are like Germans in that they are precise and pay close attention to detail, but are sticklers for the rules. You make couch surfing sound more fun than I remember. Funny how the only people actually caught and prosecuted for voting multiple times have been Republicans. The lounges has limited operation hours without flexibility. Yes, you can use your Priority Pass card issued by Chase to access the lounge (plus two guests). Maybe she sensed that was going to happen, because the lounge agent breathed a huge sigh of relief and a smile spread across her face when I did not argue and instead just nodded, said thank you, and took my boarding pass back. At Narita, Id have to hike over to Uniteds lounge to get a shower. HANEDA AIRPORT will exhaust all measures to provide a safe environment for all passengers. Could they be complaining about things they only do and they assume the other side does it too? Not a good place for Republicans and other cheats. Would they transfer me to Narita or would I have to arrange myself since Im still not allowed to enter the country still. Client bought the ticket, knowing there was an overnight. Like anybody in this world cares if Dara from the liveandletsfly.com comment section would hire them. Hope you all happy travels and may you and your loved ones be safe during the holiday seasons! I also work for a major airline and was planning on doing this exact route next month! 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 gave up on ANA a couple years ago because of their overcrowded business longes. Just curious to know which class were u flying in ? Do you suppose that the overnight transit is not allowed that Owen mentioned is a typo or were they referring to Narita airport? Easy-peasy. It is unnecessary. They are listing suspension of certain schemes and visa processing on a country by country basis. Otherwise I dont see why this would happen. Im traveling from the US to Taiwan with an overnight connection in Haneda, and AA told me that they can only check my baggage to Haneda, not my final destination Taipei. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-113890113', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Tokyo International Haneda airport overnight. After a couple espressos and a warm shower, I was feeling great. I thought there was an international terminal open 24 hours with facilities. Jance, thats a cheap and unfair shot at Republicans. I have a VISA approved for a Tokyo visit October 25-27. And is there any access to any outdoor areas where you can just remove mask ? Are there hot water? That is what I mean. Its such a nonsensical reason not to do so, especially if on one PNR. 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. Fingers crossed! So after reading all the threads , I am aware overnight transit is available . Is lounge access provided to ALL passengers? Next time I hope to return to the Park Hyattbut for this trip, my quiet bench was about the best I could hope for. Pretty much as the airside transit hotel is unlikely to be open either. My passport was not checked during the transit. Hi Husan, your bag will be checked through. I think (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? This is why I gave up having transit flight via Haneda to Seoul. It works out most of the time, but sucks for edge-cases like this. Normally, as long as ticketing is made flights to destination must be guranteed. Do i need negative PCR or Antigen test 3days before arrival? >>>By Augt 15th hope more leniency for tourist visa to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Literally no access to lounges, food, shops! Im struggling to work out the testing requirements for Japan. To safely use the airport facilities, we recommend all passengers avoid the 3 C's: Closed spaces, Crowded places, Close-contact settings.We ask for passengers' help to prevent any further spread of COVID-19. Fukuoka /driving to Yufuin & Takachiho Gorge. Under this scenario, could you foresee me having trouble boarding my initial Japan Airlines flight? Good article! Dont spew that here. Maybe I missed it? There were a couple places open till midnight, but I do intermittent fasting and did not even get hungry. Ranked #6 of 66 Hotels / Ryokan in Ota. @Matthew, I am surprised about the lounge access, is that due to separate tickets? hopefully you are still responsive after all this time! My son and his friend are currently stuck in Haneda in a holding area with several tens of other transit travellers, who came off international flights, and facing another 16 hours before departure. I was initially bummed out that I could not get out to explore the city, but reading your article helped level set my expectations. Thanks. I traveled through there on the 5th, and taking the free bus from the domestic terminal 2 to the international terminal 3. Hi Clive, transit will be not issue for the kids. However, it requires a change in airports in Tokyo, from Haneda airport (HND) to Narita airport (NRT) with a 4 hour transit window. Doing that would have embarrassed the desk agent beyond belief. Will really appreciate your response on this. Hi Matthew, Yes will arr haneda at 11.45pm on 24/8/2022 on transit 21hrs before taking connecting (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? The new Airport Limousine Bus shuttles international travellers from either Narita or Haneda airport to one of the designated hotels in Akasaka and Shinjuku. 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? We had an option of flying throughNarita, but the connection time was only70 minutes and the departing flight was the only one to our destination. 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. Thankyou so much for your help. Did anybody read the reviews about JAL on TripAdvisor ??? Matthew, do you think this Japan entry laws for US Citizens will make this long stay easier? Were there at least some vending machines for food/drinks available ? I have no idea why so many miles and points bloggers feel the need to make this about their particular citizenship or residency. Why a holding area? This trip is getting more and more epic! They cost roughly the same. Thanks! So you think there will be no problem if I try to check in at the gate or online for that second Star Alliance flight? Do let us know how it actually turns out. My question is are the lounges worth it? My friend will be boarding in Thailand and will be flying through Haneda Airport, Japan with 10 hrs wait, final destination is USA. are there convenience store. It is probably a function of *A wanting to have rules that are consistent without being overly generous. The closure of the transit hotel is announced only on its Japanese website. when it comes to adherence to rules. 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. Please also see the Frequently Asked Questions (Japanese page) on the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare website. Very late comment, but thanks for all the info!!! ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114000537', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Japan. The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda TransitTransit Hotel in Departure Area Single ticket. is PCR test required for flight transit through Japan? When I am checking the available restaurants I see most of them are on 4th floor. Yes, the ANA Lounge is currently a Priority Pass Lounge as well can you sign up for a credit card that has Priority Pass lounge access? You will add CGK to DPS flight, separate. While we do try to list all the best miles and points deals, the site does not include all card companies or credit card offers available in the marketplace. Yikes! Did you need to do any pre-departure testing to transit through Haneda . Its common sense. The perfect @flysas name tag for #Longyearben! Maybe long shot but flying through Haneda ( from What airlines will she be using? Thank you! Is there a viewing deck access? You need to check closer to your travel date. Save up to 30% when you upgrade to an image pack. Airside transfer and shuttle buses will also be ventilated frequently and disinfected according to passenger volume. Airport is open 24/7. So can we get access to 4th floor when transiting at haneda? We have a 18 hour layover at Haneda coming up in May, arriving at 445PM and departing at 1130AM the next morning. Thats how things are done in japan: By The Book. Will I be allowed to stay in the airport? Thank you! You can wait but it will be like a torture. Matthew is an avid traveler who calls Los Angeles home. I will be facing the same thing in a month at Haneda. I thought the same-day ticket rule to access a lounge is same as United Clubs, but I may be wrong again. I believe in Narita you need to pass through Border Control to collect your bags. 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(Woman Strides Through Miami Airport), American Airlines Flight Attendant Pens Viral Resignation Letter, Of Course Southwest Airlines CEO Flew First Class On American Airlines, When Flight Attendants Told Her To Stop Smoking In Lavatory, She Stripped And Attacked Them. AA will need to check bags through. I am looking to buy a ticket that is MEX-IST-HND in Turkish Business in November to celebrate my bday in Japan. Thus, I will have separate tickets Will this change things? At just after 5:00am, I proceeded to the lounge where I was welcomed as the first guest. I will be in transit in Tokyo International Haneda airport overnight. Please let me know if this is OK. I need to get in touch with them. Thanks so much for sharing this something we all are unlikely to otherwise learn! Thank you. We are limiting contact between passengers and employees by installing plastic sheeting at check-in counters and help desks. It says VISA is valid for 3 months. COVID-19-related requirements for travel to the U.S. . Did you fly Business Class from USA to Haneda? But whats wrong with buying a refundable United ticket, then canceling once inside? Even if you could have got inside the lounge, you would be kicked out at night. Al, Norway. It's around 30 minutes by train from the center of Tokyo, making Haneda more convenient to the city than Tokyo's other major airport, Narita Airport. Super unclear to me, Wished airlines caution such things while booking, Well that was filled with an horrific amount of typos. There's no mention of transit flyers anywhere on Ana, Jal, or US embassy in Japan. Im assuming if it was an option you wouldve purchased one, but not sure. Keep up the good work! ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114121711', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airlines requires it. PS. Can i sleep at Airport? Instead of setting myself up for disappointment, I will instead re-channel my innate habit to bitch and complain and truly be grateful. Not leaving the airport , am I still required and register at MYSOS? Isnt the problem just that the lounges and shops and restaurants are shut down? Mathew is weak. Because my flight departed after 5:00am, I did not have lounge accessyet. Editorial Disclosure: The editorial content on this page is not provided by any entity mentioned herein. I have a debit card from vanilla visa japan. Any idea if wed be allowed in from 445PM until they close around midnight? I believe this is prohibited. (No sarcasm intended) 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. Transit is a stay in a city within 24 hours by definition. Thank you again for sharing your experience and your thoughts! 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