HND Layover Guide: What to Do at Tokyo International Airport
Tokyo, Japan · RJTT
Tokyo Haneda is the closer of Tokyo’s two airports to the city centre and a hub for both ANA and JAL, handling a growing share of international flights across three terminals.
The Tokyo Monorail and Keikyu Line reach central Tokyo in around 20–30 minutes.
For a longer, hand-written walkthrough, see our in-depth Tokyo airport guide.
Transit & visa requirements
- Japan does not offer broad visa-free airside transit; rules depend on your nationality and routing.
- A short-term “shore pass” may allow eligible transit passengers to leave the airport briefly — confirm with the airline and immigration.
Things to do during a layover at HND
Stay airside at Tokyo International Airport. Clear security to your connection early, then find a lounge or quiet seating area near your departure gate.
Enough time to relax in a lounge, eat a proper meal and explore the terminal’s shops and amenities without rushing your connection.
With a long layover you may have time to leave the airport and see Tokyo, provided your nationality and routing allow you to clear immigration. Confirm transit visa rules first, and leave a generous buffer to return.
Lounges
Lounge availability at Tokyo International Airport varies by terminal. Independent lounges (often accessible via Priority Pass or pay-in) and airline lounges are common at airports of this size — check your terminal on arrival.
WiFi
Free unlimited WiFi throughout all terminals.
HND — Frequently Asked Questions
Tokyo International Airport (HND) serves Tokyo, Japan.