{ "response": { "Key": "HND-TSA", "orig": { "code": "HND", "type": "airport", "city": "Tokyo", "fullCity": "Tokyo, Japan", "airport": "Haneda Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "TSA", "type": "airport", "city": "Taipei", "fullCity": "Taipei, Taiwan", "airport": "Sung Shan" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "The flight from Tokyo (HND) to Taipei (TSA) covers about 1,300 miles and typically takes 3 hours 50 minutes, while the return leg is about 3 hours, making the outbound roughly 50 minutes longer.", "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" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Taipei?", "answer": "Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is located directly in the city, so you can take the Taipei Metro (Wenhu Line) directly to the city center, or use taxis, ride-share, and car rentals. The metro is the fastest and most-used option, connecting you to major hubs like Taipei Main Station in about 15 minutes. Taxis are convenient and widely available, while ride-share services like Uber operate reliably. Car rentals are also an option if you prefer to drive, though traffic can be heavy.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songshan%20Airport", "title": "Songshan Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-19T16:37:57Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taipei%20Bus%20Station", "title": "Taipei Bus Station", "time_published": "2025-07-22T00:54:34Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaohsiung%20International%20Airport", "title": "Kaohsiung International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T18:58:41Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songshan_District,_Taipei", "title": "Songshan District, Taipei", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-17T14:03:01Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taipei%20City%20Hall%20Bus%20Station", "title": "Taipei City Hall Bus Station", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-03-16T04:16:29Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "There are no nonstop red‑eye flights from Tokyo Haneda to Taipei Songshan, but one‑stop overnight itineraries are available where the long leg is a red‑eye. Options include a GK flight departing Kansai at 23:35 and arriving in Taipei at 01:30 (early hours), a TW flight departing Daegu at 22:50 and arriving at 00:25 (just after midnight), and an HX flight departing Narita at 21:05 and arriving in Hong Kong at 00:55 (just after midnight) before connecting onward.", "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": "Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, EVA Air, and China Airlines all operate non‑stop flights from Tokyo Haneda to Taipei Songshan. Each of the first three carriers offers 28 weekly flights, while China Airlines runs 21 per week. All four airlines serve the route daily, with multiple departure times throughout the day.", "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 layover cities include Seoul (ICN), Shanghai (PVG), Hong Kong (HKG), and Manila (MNL), all of which keep total travel time competitive while offering efficient transfers and broad onward connections." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Taipei?", "answer": "October and November offer comfortable temperatures and lower rainfall, with fewer tourists than spring." }, "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, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. Most nationalities can enter Taiwan visa-free for short stays, but check if you need a visa or travel authorization. No vaccination certificates are currently required." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Taipei?", "answer": "Taipei has two airports. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is the primary international gateway, located about 40 km west of downtown, serving most full‑service and long‑haul airlines. Taipei Songshan Airport is right in the city centre, handling domestic flights and select regional routes to China, Japan, and South Korea, ideal for business and quick connections." }, "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 Keikyu Line train, which takes as little as 13 minutes from Shinagawa Station. The Tokyo Monorail also serves the airport from Hamamatsucho Station and is included in the Japan Rail Pass. Limousine buses run from major hotels and stations, while taxis and ride-shares offer door-to-door convenience but at a higher cost and with potential traffic delays. Driving and parking are possible, with both short- and long-term lots available, but tolls and fees make this the most expensive option.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "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 Taipei airport?", "answer": "Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. There are nearby hotels that offer shuttle service for a fee, and a 24-hour McDonald's is a 10-minute walk west of the airport.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/taipei-songshan-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Taipei Songshan Airport Guide (TSA) - 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": "2018-08-10T05:34:08Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/reviews/taipei-songshan-airport-reviews.htm", "title": "Taipei Songshan Airport Reviews (TSA) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2017-08-24T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taipei_Songshan_Airport", "title": "Songshan Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-14T11:25:44Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songshan%20Airport", "title": "Songshan Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-19T16:37:57Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/taiwan/taipei/activities/taipei_like_a_local_private_personalized-X8A0TW?property=TPECY", "title": "Taipei Like a Local: Private & Personalized", "time_published": "2026-03-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/taiwan/taipei/activities/taipei_book_a_private_local_host_for_hrs_customized_experience-XS52KC?property=TPECY", "title": "Taipei: Book A Private Local Host For 6 Hrs Customized Experience", "time_published": "2026-03-03T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Sung Shan?", "answer": "Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) offers free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminal, currency exchange services in the international departures area, and a prayer room on the third floor of Terminal 1 near the information counter. The prayer room is a quiet, multi‑faith space open to all passengers. Currency exchange counters are operated by Bank of Taiwan and Mega International Commercial Bank.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%B8%AD%E6%AD%A3%E6%A9%9F%E5%A0%B4", "title": "Taoyuan International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-24T03:39:57Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taipei_Songshan_Airport", "title": "Songshan Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-14T11:25:44Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songshan%20Airport", "title": "Songshan Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-19T16:37:57Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Songshan_Airport", "title": "Songshan Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-07T22:34:14Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_airports_in_Taiwan", "title": "List of airports in Taiwan", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-01-27T12:07:19Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "The most common aircraft on the nonstop Tokyo Haneda–Taipei Songshan route are the Boeing 787-10, the Airbus A320neo and A321neo families, and the Airbus A330-300, with the Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A350-1000 also appearing regularly. Several other types — including the Boeing 737-800, 767, 777-300, 787-8, and Airbus A320-100, A330-900neo, and A350-900 — operate the route less frequently, so the exact aircraft varies by day and airline. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these flights, though specifics depend on the carrier and equipment.", "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": "Japan Airlines (JAL) and China Airlines are SkyTeam members, while ANA (All Nippon Airways) and EVA Air belong to Star Alliance. All four carriers operate nonstop on this route, so oneworld is not directly represented.", "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 (HND), the best lounges depend on your terminal and access method. In Terminal 3 (international), the Delta Sky Club offers a premium experience for Delta One and SkyTeam Elite Plus passengers, while the TIAT Lounge and Sky Lounge South are available to Priority Pass members and some credit card holders, with TIAT open 24 hours. Terminal 2 (domestic) features the Power Lounge Premium, accessible via Priority Pass or day pass, with showers and premium food. The Centurion Lounge in Terminal 3 is an option for American Express Platinum cardholders, and Emirates business/first class passengers can use the JAL Sakura Lounge.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "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 Taipei?", "answer": "Baggage allowance from Tokyo to Taipei depends on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets are often restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard international economy usually includes one checked bag. A carry-on bag is typically included with most fares." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Tokyo to Taipei?", "answer": "Flights from Tokyo to Taipei typically offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class on most carriers, with Premium Economy available on select airlines." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive fares typically do not." } } } }