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    "Key": "FUK-TYO",
    "orig": {
      "code": "FUK",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Fukuoka",
      "fullCity": "Fukuoka, Japan",
      "airport": "Fukuoka Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "TYO",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Tokyo",
      "fullCity": "Tokyo, Japan",
      "airport": "Narita Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Fukuoka to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "The flight from Fukuoka to Tokyo is about 580 miles, with a typical nonstop duration of 1 hour 45 minutes. The return trip takes around 2 hours, slightly longer due to prevailing winds.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Fukuoka to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of direct flights from Fukuoka to Tokyo — five airlines fly non‑stop, all daily. ANA and JAL each operate about 256 weekly flights to Haneda, Skymark adds 84 weekly to Haneda, and Jetstar Japan and Peach fly to Narita with 78 and 48 weekly flights respectively. The flight takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to Haneda and about 2 hours to Narita, with departures spread from early morning through late evening, including overnight red‑eyes on ANA, JAL, and Skymark.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Tokyo?",
        "answer": "From Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), the fastest and most-used option to the city center is the train, with the Tokyo Monorail reaching Hamamatsuchō Station in about 15 minutes and the Keikyū Line connecting to Shinagawa and beyond. Taxis are available but expensive and slower in traffic, while ride-sharing is limited to licensed private-hire services. Rental cars are an option but generally impractical for central Tokyo due to congestion and parking costs. Most travelers use the train for its speed, frequency, and direct connections.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda%20Airport",
            "title": "Haneda Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-27T06:20:30Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://www.mlit.go.jp/koku/15_hf_000051.html",
            "title": "Tokyo International (Haneda) Airport - MLIT Japan"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda%20Route",
            "title": "Haneda Route",
            "time_published": "2025-08-02T01:46:55Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.mlit.go.jp/en/report/press/kouku07_hh_000001.html",
            "title": "Press Release：Revision of Domestic Passenger Service Facility Charge（PSFC）at Tokyo Int’l Airport(HANEDA) - MLIT Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism",
            "time_published": "2014-01-07T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.tokyo-airport-bldg.co.jp/en/",
            "title": "Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd.",
            "favicon": "https://www.tokyo-airport-bldg.co.jp/site_resource/common/img/000013562.png",
            "time_published": "2026-06-23T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Fukuoka to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red‑eye flights operate nonstop from Fukuoka to Tokyo Haneda. ANA, JAL, and Skymark all fly daily red‑eyes, with departures clustered between 21:00 and 21:20. These flights land just after midnight — for example, a 21:05 departure arrives around 00:35, so they arrive in the early hours, not the next morning.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Fukuoka to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "All Nippon Airways (NH) and Japan Airlines (JL) each operate around 256 weekly non‑stop flights from Fukuoka to Tokyo Haneda, with departures spread throughout the day. Skymark Airlines (BC) adds another 84 weekly flights to Haneda. For Tokyo Narita, Jetstar Japan (GK) flies about 78 weekly non‑stops and Peach Aviation (MM) offers around 48 weekly flights.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "March to May and October to November offer mild temperatures and fewer tourists."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Fukuoka to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "For domestic flights within Japan, bring a valid government-issued ID like a driver's license or My Number card, a payment method for baggage, and any required health documents."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Tokyo?",
        "answer": "Tokyo has two main airports. Narita is farther east and handles many international flights and some domestic connections. Haneda is much closer to central Tokyo, offers extensive domestic service, and is convenient for business and quick access to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Fukuoka Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "The fastest and most popular way to reach Fukuoka Airport from downtown is the Fukuoka City Subway Airport Line, which runs directly from Tenjin and Hakata stations to the airport terminal in about 5 minutes from Hakata and 11 minutes from Tenjin, with fares typically a few hundred yen. Taxis are widely available and take roughly 15–20 minutes from central areas, costing significantly more than the subway. Ride‑share services are limited in Japan, but licensed private hire cars can be booked through hotel concierges or apps. Driving and parking are possible, with short‑term and long‑term lots at the airport, though costs can add up for extended stays.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fukuoka%20City%20Subway",
            "title": "Fukuoka City Subway",
            "time_published": "2026-03-29T01:30:55Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Fukuoka_City_Subway_stations",
            "title": "List of Fukuoka City Subway stations",
            "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:37:54Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20Fukuoka%20City%20Subway%20stations",
            "title": "List of Fukuoka City Subway stations",
            "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:37:54Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Airport%20Line%20%28Fukuoka%29",
            "title": "Airport Line (Fukuoka)",
            "time_published": "2026-03-23T01:24:28Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?mobileaction=toggle_view_mobile&title=Transport_in_Fukuoka-Kitakyushu",
            "title": "Transport in Fukuoka-Kitakyushu",
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            "time_published": "2010-01-20T22:04:35Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Tokyo airport?",
        "answer": "At Tokyo Haneda Airport, the Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda Transit is located airside in Terminal 3 near gate 114, offering day rooms and overnight stays for international transit or departing passengers. No other on-site hotels or capsule hotels are mentioned inside the terminals, but free shuttle buses connect to nearby landside hotels. For a simple rest, armrest-free benches and cushioned seating are available in Terminals 2 and 3, both open 24 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/asia/tokyo_haneda.htm",
            "title": "Tokyo Haneda Airport Guide (HND) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-01-07T17:08:35Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/tokyo-haneda-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Tokyo Haneda Airport Guide (HND) - Sleeping in Airports",
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            "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:31Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://royalparkhotels.co.jp/en/the/tokyohaneda/transit/index.html",
            "title": "Transit Hotel - [Official] The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda- Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Building - Hotel in Tokyo"
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          {
            "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/tokyo/activities/tokyo_haneda_airport_hnd_to_tokyo_hotel_address_round_trip_private_transfer-XG21GV",
            "title": "Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Tokyo hotel/address - Round-Trip Private Transfer",
            "time_published": "2026-04-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/tokyo/activities/tokyo_haneda_airport_hnd_transfer_private_transfer_single_way-XBZVQ9",
            "title": "Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) Transfer Private Transfer(Single way)",
            "time_published": "2026-04-04T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.royalparkhotels.co.jp/en/the/tokyohaneda/about/gallery/",
            "title": "Gallery - [Official] The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda- Inside Haneda Airport Terminal 3 - Hotel in Tokyo",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Narita Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) offers free Wi‑Fi throughout its terminals. Currency exchange services are available via multiple counters and ATMs in the international terminal (Terminal 3) and domestic terminals. The airport also provides a prayer room in Terminal 3, near the international arrivals lobby, for quiet reflection.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda%20Airport",
            "title": "Haneda Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-27T06:20:30Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda_Airport_Terminal_1_Station",
            "title": "Haneda Airport Terminal 1 Station",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-06-10T02:50:49Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.tokyo-airport-bldg.co.jp/en/sustainability/social/relief_and_safety/03/index.html",
            "title": "Facility and Service Information｜Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd.",
            "time_published": "2002-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.tokyo-airport-bldg.co.jp/en/index.html",
            "title": "Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd.",
            "time_published": "2025-12-05T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.mlit.go.jp/en/report/press/kouku07_hh_000001.html",
            "title": "Press Release：Revision of Domestic Passenger Service Facility Charge（PSFC）at Tokyo Int’l Airport(HANEDA) - MLIT Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism",
            "time_published": "2014-01-07T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Fukuoka to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "Flights from Fukuoka to Tokyo are operated with a mix of aircraft types, most commonly the Airbus A350-900, Airbus A320-100, and Boeing 787-8, though many flights show an unspecified aircraft type that likely includes additional narrowbody and regional jets. The specific aircraft can vary by day and airline, with Japan Airlines and StarFlyer (7G) often using the A350-900 or 787-8, while Peach (MM) and Jetstar Japan (GK) favor the A320 family. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on this busy domestic route, particularly on the larger jets.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Fukuoka to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "Star Alliance (via All Nippon Airways) and Oneworld (via Japan Airlines) serve the Fukuoka–Tokyo route nonstop. Skymark Airlines, Jetstar Japan, and Peach Aviation also fly the route but belong to no global alliance.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Fukuoka?",
        "answer": "Fukuoka Airport has two main lounges in the international terminal: the Korean Air KAL Lounge and Lounge Fukuoka. The Korean Air KAL Lounge is located near gate 56, accessible with Priority Pass, business class tickets, or elite status on SkyTeam carriers, and offers Wi‑Fi, alcohol, and TV. Lounge Fukuoka is available for various airline premium passengers and typically provides drinks and light snacks. Note the KAL Lounge restricts Priority Pass access to 6:30 pm–9:00 pm, and both lounges may limit entry when crowded.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/FUK/Korean-Air-KAL-Lounge-International-Terminal-1jdRPwVERr/",
            "title": "Korean Air KAL Lounge at Fukuoka Airport | Amex US",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/fi-fi/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/FUK",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Fukuoka Airport | Amex FI",
            "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/lounges/japan/fukuoka-international",
            "title": "Fukuoka Airport FUK Lounges - FUK Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com:443/fr-FR/lounges/japan/fukuoka-itazuke-air-base/fuk-korean-air-lounge",
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          {
            "url": "https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_AE/destinations/airports/fukuoka-airport.html",
            "title": "Fukuoka Airport | Cathay Pacific",
            "time_published": "2022-11-15T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Fukuoka to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "On domestic Fukuoka–Tokyo flights, baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic fares may charge for checked bags, while standard fares often include one free checked bag and a carry‑on. Some airlines always allow one carry‑on, but checked bag policies vary."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Fukuoka to Tokyo?",
        "answer": "On this domestic route, Economy and standard Business class with recliner seats are typical; flat‑bed Business is rare, and Premium Economy is generally not offered."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets usually allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares typically do not."
      }
    }
  }
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