{ "response": { "Key": "HND-PAR", "orig": { "code": "HND", "type": "airport", "city": "Tokyo", "fullCity": "Tokyo, Japan", "airport": "Haneda Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "PAR", "type": "airport", "city": "Paris", "fullCity": "Paris, France", "airport": "Charles de Gaulle Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Tokyo to Paris?", "answer": "The flight from Tokyo to Paris covers about 6,030 miles and typically takes 14 hours 45 minutes nonstop. The return leg is noticeably shorter at around 13 hours 15 minutes due to prevailing tailwinds. Connecting itineraries can add several hours, with total journey times often ranging from 16 to 20 hours depending on the layover.", "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 Paris?", "answer": "Three airlines fly nonstop from Tokyo Haneda to Paris: Air France, Japan Airlines, and ANA — all serve Charles de Gaulle (CDG) daily. Together they operate about 60 weekly nonstops, with Air France alone running 32 flights a week at various times, while JAL and ANA each offer two daily departures. Flight time is roughly 14¾ hours eastbound, and about 13¼ hours on the return with the prevailing winds.", "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 Paris?", "answer": "From Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), the RER B train is the most-used option, reaching central Paris in about 30 minutes. Taxis offer fixed fares and direct rides, while ride-share services like VTC are available at terminal exits. The RoissyBus (bus 9517) connects to Saint Denis Pleyel station on metro line 14. A new express train, CDG Express, is expected to link Gare de l'Est in just 20 minutes starting in 2027. Car rentals are also accessible via major highways, with parking available at the airport.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://parisaeroport.fr/en/passengers/charles-de-gaulle-airport", "title": "Welcome to Charles-de-Gaulle airport (CDG Airport) - Paris Aéroport", "time_published": "2026-03-25T23:16:15Z" }, { "url": "https://parisaeroport.fr/en/charles-de-gaulle-airport/terminal-3", "title": "Maps & Terminals at Paris Charles de Gaulle – Paris Aéroport", "time_published": "2026-03-25T23:15:25Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CDG%20Express", "title": "CDG Express", "time_published": "2026-01-29T07:39:10Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aéroport_Charles_de_Gaulle_2_TGV_station", "title": "Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV station", "time_published": "2026-04-23T11:27:05Z" }, { "url": "https://www.parisaeroport.fr/en/group/strategy/airport-network/paris-charles-de-gaulle-airport", "title": "Pardon Our Interruption" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Tokyo to Paris?", "answer": "There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Tokyo (HND) to Paris, but several one-stop itineraries include an overnight long leg. For example, LOT Polish Airlines operates via Warsaw with the overnight leg departing Tokyo Narita at 22:50 and arriving at 06:05, while Emirates connects through Dubai with a 22:30 departure from Narita arriving at 04:05. EVA Air routes through Taipei with a 23:30 departure arriving at Paris Charles de Gaulle at 07:55, and Vietnam Airlines offers connections via Hanoi (departing 23:20, arriving 07:00) or Ho Chi Minh City (departing 22:50, arriving 06:45). Qatar Airways also offers a red-eye connection via Doha, departing Narita at 22:25 and arriving at 03:20.", "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 Paris?", "answer": "Air France, Japan Airlines, and All Nippon Airways operate nonstop from Tokyo Haneda to Paris Charles de Gaulle. Air France runs up to 32 weekly flights, while Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways each offer 14 weekly flights. Typical median fares are around $1,948 for Air France and $1,949 for Japan Airlines.", "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 Paris?", "answer": "Common layovers include Dubai, Istanbul, Helsinki and Seoul, offering efficient one‑stop routings with competitive total travel times. Dubai and Istanbul provide extensive global networks and modern facilities. Helsinki offers streamlined transfers with a compact terminal. Seoul benefits from strong Asia‑Europe connectivity and often visa‑free transit for many nationalities." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Paris?", "answer": "April to June and September to October offer mild temperatures, blooming or autumn colors, and fewer tourists than the summer peak." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Tokyo to Paris?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any required visa or ETIAS authorization, plus vaccination certificates if applicable." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Paris?", "answer": "Charles de Gaulle is the main international gateway with extensive global connections. Orly is closer to central Paris and focuses on domestic and European flights, while Beauvais is far from the city and used exclusively by low‑cost carriers." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Haneda Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "The fastest and most popular way to reach Haneda Airport from central Tokyo is the Tokyo Monorail, which departs from Hamamatsuchō Station and takes about 15–20 minutes. The Keikyū Line also provides direct train service from Shinagawa, Shinbashi, and Asakusa in roughly 15–30 minutes. Limousine buses run from major hotels and stations like Tokyo Station and Shinjuku, taking 30–60 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis and ride‑shares offer door‑to‑door convenience but are the most expensive option, while driving yourself means using the Shuto Expressway and paying for parking at the airport.", "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" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Paris airport?", "answer": "Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) has several on-site hotels, including the ibis Paris CDG Airport located near Terminal 3 and accessible by foot, and the Courtyard by Marriott Paris Charles de Gaulle Central Airport, which is connected to all terminals via the free CDGVAL light-rail shuttle. These hotels do not require an external shuttle. No capsule hotels or sleeping pods are available, but nearby hotels like the Courtyard offer soundproofed rooms and 24-hour fitness facilities.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/paris-charles-de-gaulle-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Guide (CDG) - 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": "2018-10-02T00:00:43Z" }, { "url": "https://all.accor.com/hotel/1404/index.en.shtml", "title": "Ibis Paris CDG Airport - Charles-de-Gaulle Airport Hotel | ALL - ALL", "time_published": "2026-07-10T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/reviews/paris-charles-de-gaulle-airport-reviews.htm", "title": "Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Reviews (CDG)", "time_published": "2024-10-08T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://meetings.accor.com/hotel/1404/index.en.shtml", "title": "Ibis Paris CDG Airport - Charles-de-Gaulle Airport Hotel | ALL - Meetings", "time_published": "2026-03-13T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/parca-courtyard-paris-charles-de-gaulle-central-airport/overview/", "title": "Courtyard Paris Charles de Gaulle Central Airport - With Free CDG Tram", "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/parca-courtyard-paris-charles-de-gaulle-central-airport/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0", "title": "Courtyard Paris Charles de Gaulle Central Airport - With Free CDG Tram", "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Charles de Gaulle Intl Airport?", "answer": "Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) offers free Wi‑Fi throughout its terminals, with access points highlighted on terminal maps and available in all public areas, including lounges, shops, and boarding halls. Prayer rooms and chapels are also available, located in various terminals to accommodate passengers of different faiths; for example, there are interfaith prayer spaces in Terminals 1, 2E, and 2F. Currency exchange offices are provided across the airport, with bureaux de change situated in departure and arrival halls, including locations in Terminals 1, 2A‑F, and 3.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://parisaeroport.fr/en/passengers/charles-de-gaulle-airport", "title": "Welcome to Charles-de-Gaulle airport (CDG Airport) - Paris Aéroport", "time_published": "2026-03-25T23:16:15Z" }, { "url": "https://parisaeroport.fr/en/charles-de-gaulle-airport/terminal-3", "title": "Maps & Terminals at Paris Charles de Gaulle – Paris Aéroport", "time_published": "2026-03-25T23:15:25Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aéroport_Charles_de_Gaulle_2_TGV_station", "title": "Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV station", "time_published": "2026-04-23T11:27:05Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CDG", "title": "CDG", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2025-12-20T23:15:24Z" }, { "url": "https://experiences.parisaeroport.fr/en/", "title": "Paris Aéroport Experiences Discover the best places in our airports !", "time_published": "2021-05-01T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Tokyo to Paris?", "answer": "The nonstop flights from Tokyo (HND) to Paris (PAR) are typically operated with Boeing 777-300ERs, Airbus A350-900s, and Boeing 787-9s — the 777-300ER is the most common, flown by Air France, while the A350-900 and 787-9 also appear on certain days. On connecting itineraries, the long-haul leg often uses the same widebody types (777-300ER, A350-900/1000, 787-9, or A380-800) via hubs like Doha, Seoul, or Dubai, paired with a variety of shorter-haul aircraft on the second leg. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but travelers can generally expect modern widebody cabins with Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment across these carriers.", "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 Paris?", "answer": "Air France (SkyTeam), Japan Airlines (Oneworld), and ANA (Star Alliance) all fly nonstop from Tokyo Haneda to Paris CDG, so all three major alliances serve the route directly. No major operating carrier on this route is unaffiliated.", "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's international Terminal 3, you can access the JAL Sakura Lounge when flying First or Business Class on Emirates, the Delta Sky Club for eligible Delta premium or elite travelers, and The Centurion Lounge for American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders. Priority Pass members can visit the Sky Lounge South or the TIAT Lounge, the latter also offering a spa experience. In Terminal 2, the Power Lounge Premium is available to Priority Pass and American Express Platinum cardholders and features showers, premium food, and a full bar.", "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" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Tokyo to Paris?", "answer": "On Tokyo to Paris flights, baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy fares often exclude a free checked bag, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Business and first class offer more generous allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Tokyo to Paris?", "answer": "On flights from Tokyo to Paris, you can typically choose Economy, Premium Economy on many airlines, and lie-flat Business class. First class is available on select carriers." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class, with flexible and premium cabin tickets offering the most options." } } } }