{ "response": { "Key": "HND-TPE", "orig": { "code": "HND", "type": "airport", "city": "Tokyo", "fullCity": "Tokyo, Japan", "airport": "Haneda Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "TPE", "type": "airport", "city": "Taipei", "fullCity": "Taipei, Taiwan", "airport": "Taoyuan Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "The flight from Tokyo (HND) to Taipei (TPE) is about 1,320 miles and typically takes 3 hours 40 minutes. The return leg is about 20 minutes shorter at 3 hours 20 minutes, 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.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "Yes, two airlines fly non‑stop from Tokyo Haneda to Taipei: Tigerair Taiwan (IT) and Peach Aviation (MM). Both operate daily, with Tigerair departing at 05:25 and Peach at 05:55, making the trip in about 3½ hours.", "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.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Taipei?", "answer": "The fastest and most popular way to get from Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is the Taoyuan Airport MRT, which offers Express trains reaching Taipei Main Station in about 35–37 minutes with 15-minute headways. Taxis and ride-share services are readily available and provide door-to-door convenience, though they are subject to traffic. Car rentals are also an option at the airport, but driving in Taipei can be challenging for visitors. Buses serve various parts of the city, but they are generally slower than the MRT. The MRT is the most used option due to its speed, reliability, and direct connection to the city center.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taoyuan_Airport_MRT", "title": "Taoyuan Airport MRT", "time_published": "2026-06-06T15:39:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taoyuan%20Airport%20MRT", "title": "Taoyuan Airport MRT", "time_published": "2026-04-07T04:18:49Z" }, { "url": "https://web.taoyuan-airport.com/ITCI//eng_mobile//notice01_m.html?s-news-1268713-2025-10-16-furniture-skating-gp-series-1st-round-france", "title": "Taoyuan Airport MRT A1 Taipei Main Station IN-TOWN CHECK-IN SERVICE", "time_published": "2025-10-16T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://web.taoyuan-airport.com/ITCI//eng_mobile//notice01_m.html?s-news-1176050-2025-10-16-sy-anti-backbelt-pumps-flat-heel-front-strap-leather", "title": "Taoyuan Airport MRT A1 Taipei Main Station IN-TOWN CHECK-IN SERVICE", "time_published": "2025-10-16T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20airports%20in%20Taiwan", "title": "List of airports in Taiwan", "time_published": "2026-01-27T12:07:19Z" } ], "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 Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "No nonstop red-eyes operate from Tokyo Haneda to Taipei, but connecting overnight itineraries exist where the long leg is a red-eye. Examples include a Peach Aviation (GK) red-eye from Osaka Kansai (KIX) to Taipei departing 23:35 and arriving at 01:30, a T'way Air (TW) red-eye from Daegu (TAE) departing 22:50 and arriving at 00:25, and a Hong Kong Airlines (HX) red-eye from Tokyo Narita (NRT) via Hong Kong departing 21:05 and arriving at 00:55 — all of these land just after midnight or in the early hours.", "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": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "Peach Aviation and Tigerair Taiwan both operate daily nonstop flights from Tokyo Haneda to Taipei, each offering seven weekly departures. Peach departs around 5:25 AM and Tigerair Taiwan around 5:55 AM. Typical per-carrier fares are not available for this route, so I can't provide median prices. Other carriers may also serve the route, often via a connection.", "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": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Tokyo and Taipei?", "answer": "Common layovers include Seoul (ICN), Shanghai (PVG), Hong Kong (HKG), and Manila (MNL). Seoul offers efficient transfers and visa-free transit for many nationalities, while Hong Kong provides broad connections and no transit visa for most travelers." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Taipei?", "answer": "October to November offers comfortable temperatures and less rain, with thinner tourist crowds." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months and check if you need a visa or Taiwan travel authorization; have proof of onward travel and a payment method for baggage." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Taipei?", "answer": "Taipei has two airports. Taoyuan International Airport is the primary gateway, located about 40 km west of downtown, handling most international flights and serving major airlines like EVA Air and China Airlines. Songshan Airport is in the city centre, mainly for domestic flights and some regional routes to China, Japan, and South Korea, convenient for business travellers." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Haneda Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From central Tokyo, the fastest and most popular way to reach Haneda Airport is by train—the Keikyu Line from Shinagawa takes about 15–25 minutes, or the Tokyo Monorail from Hamamatsucho takes roughly 20 minutes. Airport limousine buses serve major hotels and stations, offering a comfortable door-to-airport option, while taxis and ride‑share services provide direct, private transfers, albeit at a higher cost. Driving and parking are possible with several on‑site parking lots, but traffic can be unpredictable and rates accumulate for longer stays.", "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." }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Taipei airport?", "answer": "Taipei Taoyuan Airport (TPE) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. The Hyatt Regency Taoyuan International Airport (formerly Novotel) is located near the airport and is accessible via the Airport Hotel Station on the Taoyuan Airport MRT, requiring a short shuttle or train ride. For those with a long layover, the airport offers free themed rest lounges with reclining chairs in both terminals, particularly in Terminal 1 near Gates A/B and at various C gates.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/taipei-taoyuan-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Taipei Taoyuan Airport Guide (TPE) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:37Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-taipei-taoyuan-airport.htm", "title": "Sleeping in Taipei Taoyuan Airport", "time_published": "2024-04-29T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/asia/taiwan/taipei/activities/private_transfer_from_tpe_taoyuan_int_airport_to_taipei_city-XTFP9Y?property=TPEBE", "title": "Private Transfer from TPE-Taoyuan int. Airport to Taipei City", "time_published": "2026-02-23T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/taiwan/taipei/activities/taipei_departure_private_transfer_hotel_to_taiwan_taoyuan_tpe-X05GH0?property=TPETM", "title": "Taipei Departure Private Transfer: Hotel to Taiwan Taoyuan (TPE)", "time_published": "2026-03-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taoyuan%20International%20Airport", "title": "Taoyuan International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T07:48:55Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyatt%20Regency%20Taoyuan%20International%20Airport", "title": "Hyatt Regency Taoyuan International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-19T04:35:29Z" } ], "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 Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Tokyo Haneda to Taipei are operated with a wide mix of aircraft, most commonly the Boeing 787-10, Airbus A320-200 Neo, A321-200 Neo, and A330-300, with the 787-9 and A350-1000 also appearing regularly. Several other types including the Boeing 767, 737-800, 777-300, A350-900, A330-900 Neo, and 787-8 show up less frequently, so the exact aircraft varies by day and airline. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these modern fleets.", "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": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "The nonstop Tokyo Haneda–Taipei route is flown by Tigerair Taiwan (IT) and Peach Aviation (MM), both independent low-cost carriers that belong to no global airline alliance. No alliance-affiliated carrier operates nonstop on this route; Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam members may serve it via connections, but no specific alliance carrier flies it nonstop.", "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": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Tokyo?", "answer": "At Tokyo Haneda, Terminal 3 (international) offers the JAL Sakura Lounge for Japan Airlines and oneworld business- and first-class passengers, known for its sushi counter and made-to-order noodle bar. Also in Terminal 3, the ANA Lounge welcomes Star Alliance premium travelers with a signature noodle bar and shower suites, and there is a Delta Sky Club for Delta One and SkyTeam Elite Plus passengers. Eligible Priority Pass, LoungeKey, and American Express Platinum cardholders can access the 24-hour Sky Lounge South in Terminal 3, as well as the Power Lounge Premium in Terminal 2 (connected airside to Terminal 3) with showers and premium food. The TIAT Lounge in Terminal 3 is another Priority Pass option, and an American Express Centurion Lounge is available for Platinum and Centurion cardholders. Emirates premium passengers can use the JAL Sakura Lounge.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/ja-JP/lounges/japan/haneda", "title": "Tokyo International Airport HND Lounges - HND Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/japan/haneda", "title": "Tokyo International Airport HND Lounges - HND Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-hk/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/HND", "title": "American Express Lounges at Tokyo International Airport | Amex HK", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://emirates.com/english/destinations/flights-to-tokyo-haneda", "title": "Flights to Tokyo Haneda (HND) | Where we fly | Emirates", "time_published": "2025-05-13T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/HND/Power-Lounge-Premium-Terminal-2-KwhPoM22Lg/", "title": "Power Lounge Premium at Tokyo International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-03-18T00:00:00Z" } ], "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 Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "On Tokyo to Taipei flights, baggage rules vary by airline and fare. Basic economy often excludes a checked bag but usually includes a carry‑on. Standard economy typically allows one checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium fares offer more." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "Tokyo to Taipei flights typically offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon on this short route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy typically does not." } } } }