Quick Jump links to Tokyo Airports

Japan's Tokyo Metropolis, formerly known as the "Special Wards of Tokyo" has three main airports. The Haneda Airport(HND) is closer to Tokyo's City Centre, other airports include Ch?fu Airport, Ibaraki Airport (IBR) which is the busiest airport and Narita International Airport (NRT),this is the main international airport in Japan. The NRT is the major airport in Tokyo which operates both national and international flights coming in or going out of the country. Public transportation at NRT includes buses and cars, which are always available to convey travellers to the city centre and different touristattractionsaround Tokyo. HND airport serves more customers and has transport facilitieswhich offer free shuttle bus services for travellers to reach amazing places and also other airports.

Comparison:Which City Airport Is Best For Me?

Narita International Airport

Haneda Airport

Chōfu Airport

Ibaraki Airport

    Narita International Airport Haneda Airport Ch?fu Airport Ibaraki Airport
Airport Maps Narita International Airport Map Haneda Airport Map Ibaraki Airport Map

Getting to Central Japan, Tokyo Metropolis, Special wards of Tokyo Airportsfrom each Airport

Distance from Central Tokyo 37 miles (60kilometres) 8.7 miles (14 kilometres) 9.3 miles (15 kilometres) 50 miles (80 kilometres)
Public Transport General Operating Hours The general operating hours for public transports at the airport is from 7:00 AM -23:00 PM The last train departs at 23:58 Last public transport takes off at 22:00 Last public transport takes off at 20:00
Japan Underground Metro N/A N/A N/A N/A
Train

The Narita Express and N'EX Tokyo Round.

The Sky Access Express and Sky liner.

Frequency: around 50 minutes

Cheapest Transport from Narita Airport

Haneda Airport is served by the Keikyu and Tokyo Monorail.

Haneda Airport

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Bus

Limousine Bus services are available round the clock from $11 one way fare.

Cheapest Transport from Narita Airport

Bus services are available round the clock at $15.88 for a one-way trip.

There are no direct buses available at the airport.

It costs $5.32 for a one-way journey, buses run a 24-hour service.

Ibaraki_Airport Buses

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Express Trains (Fast Trains)

N'EX trains run a direct line from the airport to Japans' city centre, Tokyo.

Frequency: Every 30 minutes

Airport Limited Express trains make a nonstop run from Haneda Airport to Shinagawa in 11 minutes, every 10 - 15 minutes. N/A N/A
Airport Shuttle Tokyo Airporter runs a door-to-door service, it takes travellers from to airport straight to their hotels, homes and so on. Tokyo airporter has comfy buses that are fully air-conditioned and affordable from Narita Airport to the city centre. Buses & shuttles

Shuttlebuses leave from Bus Stop No. 8 to the city centre every 4 minutes.

Haneda Airport Bus

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Taxi / Cab Services

Taxi and Cab services cost around$11.30.

Journey Time: Approximately 20-70 minutes

Around $0.28

Journey Time: Approximately 28-34 minutes

Available at curbside $12 - $20

Journey Time: Approximately 30 minutes

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Taxis Uber costs around $1.22 to the CentralTokyo.
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Uber from $1.22 to Central Tokyo.
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Uber around$1.88 to the City Centre.
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Uber costs $2.83 to Central Tokyo.
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Which Airport Is Best For Me?

How close to City and Top Attractions?

The Narita International Airport is far from Tokyo but well connected to different urban parts of the city. It is served by Route Bus Services which takes travellers into the city and its top attractions.

For more information about bus departure times and stops,check within each individual bus schedule.

Haneda Airport is situated not too from the city centre.

Low-cost airlines use this airport, therefore it is suitable for budget travellers. But also it is wise to keep in mind the cost of transportation from the airport to the city centre.

Chofu airport is the second closest airport to the city centre and also suitable for travellers on a budget. Travellers must also consider the cost of transportation when opting for this airport.

Ibaraki airport is the farthest of all the airports 80 kilometres away from the city centre. It is good for low budget flights into the city but the cost of transportation to central Tokyo should verily be considered due to the distance from the airport to the city.

Flight Fares Take from May 30-3-2018
Flight Fares Flight fares start from $4,372 to Frankfurt,$1,882 London, $1,230 New York, and $3,365 Madrid. From $4,372 to Frankfrut, $1,882 London, $1,230 New York, and $3,365 to Madrid. From $4,372 to Frankfrut,$1,882 London, $1,230 New York, and $3,365 to Madrid. From $4,372 to Frankfrut,$1,882 London, $1,230 New York, and $3,365 to Madrid
Cost Factor

Flight Fares at Narita International Airport costs 15% more than that of HND.

Also, public transport transfers are more expensive than from HND.

Car rental deals are around 30% Lower compared to HND, while hotel rates are 10% lower.

HND Airport is the best for travellers in terms of location, because of its proximity to the city centre.

It is the recommended airport for most travellers.

Although the flight fare to Airport is low, the cost of reaching from the airport is high. Car hire cost is a bit lower, but the hotel costs are high since there are many choices for hotels.

Although the flight fare to Airport is low, the cost of reaching from the airport is high. Car hire cost is a bit lower, but the hotel costs are high since there are many choices for hotels.

Airport Delays

As the second busiest airport in Japan, security and flight delays are expected.

Avg Security & Immigration Delays: Low

Avg Flight Arrival Delays: 20 minutes

Avg Security & Immigration Delays: low

Avg Flight Arrival Delays: 20 minutes

Avg Security & Immigration Delays: Low

Avg Flight Arrival Delays: NO

Avg Security & Immigration Delays: low

Avg Flight Arrival Delays: 10 minutes

Car Hire Cost per 1 week (From 23-03-2018 to 29-03-08)

Car Hire

Budget cars (Fiat 500, Kia Picanto, Ford Ka): $1.22- $ 1.94.

Intermediate cars (Vauxhall, Skoda Octavia, Porsche): $1.22- $1.46.

Toyota Rent a Car
https://rent.toyota.co.jp/

Budget cars (Fiat 500, Kia Picanto, Ford Ka): $1.22- $ 1.94.

Intermediate cars (Vauxhall, Skoda Octavia, Porsche): $1.22- $1.46.

Toyota Rent a Car
https://rent.toyota.co.jp/

Budget cars (Fiat 500, Kia Picanto, Ford Ka): $0.94

Intermediate cars (Vauxhall, Skoda )$1.94

(Octavia, Porsche): $1.22-$11.30.

Nippon Rent a Car
https://www.nipponrentacar.co.jp/

Toyota Rent a Car
https://rent.toyota.co.jp/

Budget cars (Fiat 500, Kia Picanto, Ford Ka): $056- 1.44$

Intermediate cars (Vauxhall, Skoda Octavia, Porsche): $1.04 to $9.99

Nippon Rent a Car
https://www.nipponrentacar.co.jp/

Toyota Rent a Car
https://rent.toyota.co.jp/

Online car hire Car Hire Narita International Airport Car Hire Haneda  Airport Car Hire Ch?fu   Airport Car Hire Ibaraki   Airport

Hotel Prices per day (27-03-2018 to 3-04-2018) searched by 26-03-18

Hotels

Narita Tobu Hotel Airport (3-star):from $11.30

Hotel Nikko Narita (4-star): from $16.01

Royal Park Hotel the Haneda (4-star): from $11.96

Beagle Tokyo Hostel(2-star):from $ 9.42

Smile Hotel Tokyo Asagaya(3-star): from $11.30

Sakura Hotel Hatagaya (3-star): from $8.48

Kuji Sunpia Hitachi (3-star): From $8.48

President hotel mito (3-star): from $6.59

Car Hire Companies

Companies Operate

ABC, Budget, Europ car, Honda Hokkaido, Nippon, Nissan, Orix, Sky Rental ease Hokkaido, and Times.

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Airport Facilities

Shopping Beauty Salons, Fa-So-La DIGITAL CUBE, Laox, A&F COUNTRY, ABC-MART, ANA DUTY-FREE SHOP MEN, and many more. 100% Pure, Aviator News & Books, Bay Area Club House, Boucle, Brook Stone, Burberry, California Lifestyle, City by the Bay, and many more. N/A N/A
Eating & Drinking Bagel & Bagel, Café & Bar Avion, Fujiya, Narita Yo Zen Ya Royal, Seiyoken, Tang Dynasty To-Sho-Men, Seiyoken, Ramen Kagetsu Arashi, Ana Festa, Doutor Coffee Shop, and many more. 1300 on Fillmore, 24th & Mission Taco House, Amoura Café, Andale Mexican Restaurant, Artisan Cafe and Bar, Bun Mee, Burger Joint, and many more N/A N/A
Lounge ANA Lounge, Pay Lounge, United Club, and Delta Sky Club Lounge. Air France - KLM Lounge, Philippine Airlines Mabuhay Lounge, Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge, Emirates Lounge, Delta Sky Club, China Airlines Dynasty Lounge, British Airways Terraces Lounge, Cathay Pacific First & Business Class Lounge and many more. N/A N/A
Wi-Fi Access Paid Wi-Fi service available Unlimited free Wi-Fi available Free Wi-Fi available Free Wi-Fi available

How To Transfer Between Airport Terminals?

How many? How to transfer? Min connection time. The airport has 3 Terminals (T1, T2, and T3). There are free shuttle buses that transfer travellers from T1 to T2 (5 mins) & T3 (10). Travellers can take 15 minutes to walk on foot from T2 to T3 or use the shuttle bus for a 5 minutes ride. Haneda airport has 2 Domestic Terminals (T1 & T2) and 1 International Terminal. To transfer from T1 to T2 & Haneda International Terminal, travellers can either hop-on the free airport shuttle bus or show your passport and ticket at the Keikyu line or Monorail to transfer to the other parts of the airport. 1 Terminal 1 Terminal
Currency Exchange, ATMs & Cash points Travelex, and Yen. Travelex, and Yen. Travelex. Travelex, and Yen.
Important phone numbers Phone: +81 476-34-8000 Phone: +81 3-5757-8111 Phone: +81 422-34-4840 Phone: +81 299-37-2800
Major Airlines and Destinations
Major airlines Operating Air France, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, Spirit, Level, British Airways, Southwest, Hawaiian Airlines, Jet Blue, Norwegian, Delta, Easter Jet, Emirates, Fiji Airlines, Japan Airlines and many more. Air France, Air Canada, Air Canada Express, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, American Eagle, Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Emirates, Frontier Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United and many more. New Central Airservice. Easter Jet, Fuji Dream Airlines, Sky mark Airlines, Spring Airlines; Tiger air Taiwan, and Vietnam Airlines.
Major connecting Destinations London, Amman, Albuquerque, Austin, Atlanta, Boston, Beijing, Boise, Baltimore, Burbank, Innsbruck, Barcelona, New Quay, Dubai International, New York, Nice, Aberdeen, Atlanta, Cincinnati, Los Angeles and many more. Dublin, Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Alicante, London-Heathrow, Boston, Geneva, Innsbruck, Barcelona, New Quay, Dubai International, New York, Nice, Aberdeen, Atlanta, Cincinnati, Los Angeles and many more Kozushima, Niijima, and Oshima Oki, Fukuoka, Kobe, Naha, Taipei-Taoyuan, and Shanghai-pudong.
Tourist Information
Tourist Info Centres

To know more about tourism and also embark on a sightseeing journey in Japan, there is a Tourist Information Centreat Terminal 2.

*Not available in Terminal 3.

Tour Information Maps are available at the Tourist Information Centre in the airport terminals. N/A Highlights of Ibaraki and its surrounding regions are available in detail on the internet and maps.ssssss
Official airport website https://www.narita-airport.jp/en http://www.haneda-airport.com/ http://ourairports.com/ airports/RJTF/flights.html http://www.ibaraki-airport.net /en/index2.html
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Tokyo Airports

Which Tokyo airport is closest to central Tokyo?

Haneda Airport is the closer to central Tokyo just 8.7 miles (14 kilometres) away. It is connected to the city by fast Keikyu and Tokyo Monorail links taking around 25 minutes to the city centre.

Chōfu Airport is a domestic airport serving Tokyo about 9.3 miles (15 kilometres) to the city. It does not have a lot of options when it comes to passenger transfers from the airport so taxi is the best means of transfer taking just 30 minutes for the journey.

Narita International Airport is the primary international airport serving Tokyo, it is 37 miles (60 kilometres) to the city centre and the fastest public transport link to the city is the Narita Express N'EX line and it takes around 50 minutes to central Tokyo.

Ibaraki Airport is a domestic airport and the furthest at 50 miles (80 kilometres). The airport has limited transport links so airport taxis can covey you to the nearest Japan Railways Limited Express lines for the 1h 12 minutes (72 min) journey to the city centre. This will be inconvenient for passengers travelling with children or a lot of luggage.

Compare airport distances and transfer times to the center of Tokyo by public transport below.

Distance to Central Tokyo :

Haneda Airport: 8.7 miles / 14 km

Chōfu Airport:9.3 miles / 15 km

Narita International Airport:37 miles / 60 km

Ibaraki Airport: 50 miles / 80 km)

Haneda Airport to the Central Tokyo Journey Times:

By Train: 25 minutes

By Bus: 40 minutes

By Taxi: 28-34 minutes

Chōfu Airport to Central Tokyo Journey Times:

By Taxi: 30 minutes

Narita International Airportto Central Tokyo Journey Times:

By Train: 50 minutes

By Taxi: 20-70 minutes

Ibaraki Airportto Central Tokyo Journey Times:

By Train (Taxi + JR): 72 minutes

By Bus (Taxi + JR Bus): 85 minutes

By Taxi: 70 minutes

What is the best airport to fly into in Tokyo?

Deciding which airport is best to fly greatly depends on the destination you are departing from, airport and airline also determines which airport you will arrive into in Tokyo .

Haneda airport is one of the major international airports serving Tokyo, Japan. The airport serves a lot of top class airlines like Air France, Air Canada, Air Canada Express, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, American Airlines, American Eagle, Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Emirates, Frontier Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United and many more which handle both domestic and international flights to other major cities of the world. It will take you around 25 minutes using the fast Keikyu and Tokyo Monorail from this airport to central Tokyo where attractions like Tokyo Skytree, Sensō-ji, Tokyo Tower, Meiji Jingu, Odaiba, Imperial Palace, Ueno Park, Tsukiji Market, Tokyo Disneyland, and many more are located. Taxis, car hire, shared-rides and Uber are also available for comfortable passenger transfer. Haneda airport has 3 (2 domestic and 1 international) terminal buildings which can navigate using free shuttle buses, Keikyu or monorail at the airport to other terminals.

Chōfu Airportis the second closest airport to the city centre just 15 kilometres away. The airport is served by a single airline (New Central Airservice) due to its limitation of handling commuter flights to Izu Islands, south of the city. Chofu airport lacks public transport links so only taxis are available for passenger transfer to the city and it takes around 30 minutes for the journey. From this airport, travellers can get to all the top attractions in the city on time and it is best for domestic flights.

Narita International Airportis located 60 kilometres away from the city centre but served by fast public transport services like the Narita Express (N'EX line), which takes 50 minutes to the city. Narita is the predominant airport serving Tokyo, so it handles more passengers and also serves more airlines. Some of the major airlines that operate from this airport include Air France, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, Spirit, Level, British Airways, Southwest, Hawaiian Airlines, Jet Blue, Norwegian, Delta, Easter Jet, Emirates, Fiji Airlines, Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways and many more which handle short haul and long haul intercontinental flights around the world. From this airport, travellers can use the comfortable transport services to the city centre to see all the attractions whether on business or pleasure.

Ibaraki Airport is the furthest air hub serving Tokyo, it is 80 kilometres to the city. The airport is mainly for domestic flights around the country and it is served by airport buses and taxis which connect to train lines to the city and vice versa. It will take you approximately 72 minutes (1h 12min) using a taxi connection tfrom the airport to the Japan Railway line. This is very inconveniencing for travellers with a lot of luggage and/or travelling with children. Ibaraki airport is best for tourists, students, backpackers and other people with less luggage and more time to spare on transfers to central Japan.

Is Haneda airport better than Chōfu, NaritaandIbaraki airports?

Haneda International airport is better to fly into than the other airports due to its short distance and fast transfer journey times to the city centre. The airport is just 25 minutes away using the Keikyu train or Tokyo Monorail lines which cost around $5-$8 for the trip. Buses charge $15.88 for the journey to the city which takes about 40 minutes. From this airport, you can visit all the famous attractions in Tokyo such as the Tokyo Skytree, Tokyo Tower and many more. Most business travellers will use this airport or Narita International airport depending on the airline they fly with.

Which airport is closest to the Tokyo Skytreein Tokyo, Japan?

Haneda Airport is closer to the Tokyo Skytree 23 kilometres away. Tokyo Skytree is a top attraction with a broadcasting, an observation tower, and restaurant in the Sumida area of Tokyo. It will take you about 46 minutes using the Keikyu Limousine to this attractions and fare starts from $4-$9. Using a taxi is faster and takes 20 minutes but more expensive, fare starts from $80-$95 for the trip. Other major attractions to see in Tokyo include Tokyo Skytree, Sensō-ji, Tokyo Tower, Meiji Jingu, Odaiba, Imperial Palace, Ueno Park, Tsukiji Market, Tokyo Disneyland, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Harajuku, Tokyo DisneySea, Yoyogi Park, Tokyo Disney Resort, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Roppongi Hills, Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Dome City, National Museum of Nature and Science, National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, Sumida Aquarium, Tokyo Joypolis, National Museum of Western Art, and many more.

How much does it cost from Haneda, Chōfu, Narita International, and Ibaraki airportto central Tokyo?

From Haneda Airport by:

Train (Keikyu and Tokyo Monorail):$5-$8 https://www.haneda-tokyo-access.com/en/transport/trainlinemap.html Train runs every 20 minutes and last train departs 23:58.

Bus (Airport Limousine): $15.88 https://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/areas/bus_stop/hnd/tokyo_sunday/for/277/ Bus runs every hour.

Taxi: $60-$75-http://www.tokyomk.com/taxi.htmlAvailable 24/7.

Uber:$50-$70 - https://www.uber.com/en-IN/fare-estimate/ Available on demand.
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From Chōfu Airport by:

Taxi: $85-$110-http://www.tokyomk.com/taxi.html Available 24/7 at the airport.

Uber:$75-$100 - https://www.uber.com/en-IN/fare-estimate/Available on demand.
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From Narita International Airport by:

Train (Narita Express and N'EX): $22-$26 https://tokyocheapo.com/travel/transport/cheapest-transport-to-and-from-narita-airport/ Train runs every 30 minutes from 7:00 AM -23:00 PM.

Bus (Limousine Bus): $11 http://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/areas/bus_stop/nrt/tcat_tokyo/for/10/ Bus runs every 15 minutes from 7:00 AM -23:00 PM.

Taxi: $240-$290-http://www.nihon-kotsu.co.jp/en/taxi/Available 24/7 at the airport.

Uber:$200-$250 - https://www.uber.com/en-IN/fare-estimate/Available on demand.
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From Ibaraki Airport by:

Train (Taxi + JR):$74-$89 JR Train Train runs every

Bus (Taxi + JR Kanto Bus): $91-$104 http://time.jrbuskanto.co.jp.e.wn.hp.transer.com/bk03070.html Bus runs hourly.

Taxi: $295-$340- Available 24/7 at the airport.

Uber:$230-$260 - https://www.uber.com/en-IN/fare-estimate/Available on demand.
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How much are Hotels at Haneda, Chōfu, Narita International, and Ibaraki airport?

Hotel prices can vary greatly depending on how far in advance you book, the demand for rooms, and which hotel you book but the prices below will give you a rough idea and you can do further research and hotel booking at https://www.tripindicator.com/hotel.html

Haneda Airport Hotels:From $9.42per night

Chōfu Airport Hotels: From $8.48per night

Narita International Airport Hotels: From $11.30per night

Ibaraki Airport Hotels:From $6.59per night

How much does car hire cost at Haneda, Chōfu, Narita International, and Ibaraki Airport?

All of the airports mentioned offer competitive prices and a range of cars to suit your needs. Prices are based on the type of car, driver age, length of hire, and demand but you can get a rough idea for each airport below.

Haneda Airport Car Rental:

Economy Cars - Ford Fiesta -starting from $362.98 per week

Compact Cars - Ford Focus - starting from $362.98 per week

Full Size Cars - Chevrolet Malibu -starting from $463.21 per week

Chōfu Airport Car Rental:

Economy Cars - Ford Fiesta -starting from $362.98 per week

Compact Cars - Ford Focus - starting from $362.98 per week

Full Size Cars - Chevrolet Malibu -starting from $463.21 per week

Compare Prices here - https://www.tripindicator.com/car-rental.html

Narita International Airport Car Rental:

Economy Cars - Ford Fiesta -starting from $362.98 per week

Compact Cars - Ford Focus - starting from $362.98 per week

Full Size Cars - Chevrolet Malibu -starting from $463.21 per week

Compare Prices here - https://www.tripindicator.com/car-hire/tokyo-airport.html

Ibaraki Airport Car Rental:

Economy Cars - Ford Fiesta -starting from $362.98 per week

Compact Cars - Ford Focus - starting from $362.98 per week

Full Size Cars - Chevrolet Malibu -starting from $463.21 per week

Compare Prices here - https://www.tripindicator.com/car-rental.html

Narita International Airport, Haneda Airport, & Ibaraki Airport Terminal Maps

For Narita International Airport Terminal Maps visit https://www.tripindicator.com/nrt-narita-airport-terminal-map.html

For Haneda Airport Terminal Maps visit https://www.tripindicator.com/hnd-haneda-airport-international-terminal-terminal-map.html

For Ibaraki Airport Terminal Maps visit https://www.tripindicator.com/ibr-ibaraki-airport-terminal-map.html

 

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