{ "response": { "Key": "BJS-TYO", "orig": { "code": "BJS", "type": "airport", "city": "Beijing", "fullCity": "Beijing, China", "airport": "Beijing Capital Intl 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 Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Beijing (e.g. PEK) to Tokyo (e.g. NRT) typically takes 3 to 3.5 hours. With a layover, most commonly in Seoul (ICN) or Shanghai (PVG), total travel time ranges from 5 to 8 hours. Return flights from Tokyo to Beijing are similar in duration." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of nonstop flights from Beijing to Tokyo. Seven airlines fly nonstop — Air China, ANA, JAL, China Southern, China Eastern, and Hainan — with most routes operating daily, though Hainan's Beijing Capital–Narita service runs only on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Combined, there are over 160 nonstop flights per week between Beijing's two main airports (PEK and PKX) and Tokyo's Haneda and Narita.", "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 and weekly frequencies are summarized 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). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares 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": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "redeye_flights" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "Yes, visa requirements apply for travel from Beijing to Tokyo. Chinese nationals need a visa to enter Japan. Japanese nationals can enter China visa-free for up to 15 days for tourism, business, or transit, but this exemption is set to expire at the end of 2025—travelers should verify the latest policy before departure. Nationals of other countries should check Japan's visa rules based on their citizenship." }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights are available from Beijing to Tokyo — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg operate on this route.", "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 Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "Air China, ANA, JAL, China Southern, China Eastern, and Hainan Airlines all fly nonstop from Beijing to Tokyo. Air China is the most frequent, with 70 weekly flights from PEK to HND plus 14 to NRT. ANA and JAL each operate 28 weekly flights from PEK to HND, while China Southern offers 14 weekly flights from PKX to HND and China Eastern 9. Hainan Airlines adds 3 weekly flights from PEK to NRT. Typical per‑carrier fares are not available in this data.", "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" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Beijing and Tokyo?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Seoul, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. Seoul offers efficient transfers and visa‑free transit for many nationalities, while Shanghai and Hong Kong provide broad connections and competitive total travel times." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "On‑time departures are generally dependable, though air traffic control delays can occur, especially later in the day. Early flights, particularly on Air China and Japan Airlines, tend to have better punctuality." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Tokyo?", "answer": "March to May and October to November offer mild temperatures, cherry blossoms or autumn foliage, and fewer tourists than peak seasons." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a visa if required based on nationality, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage, and any necessary vaccination certificates." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Tokyo?", "answer": "Narita handles most international long-haul flights and is about an hour from central Tokyo. Haneda is much closer to downtown and serves many domestic and an increasing number of international routes, making it convenient for business and short trips." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Beijing Capital Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Beijing to Capital Airport, the fastest and most popular option is the Airport Express train, which connects Dongzhimen and Sanyuanqiao to Terminals 2 and 3 in about 20–30 minutes. Taxis and ride‑share services are widely available and offer door‑to‑door convenience, though they cost more and can be slower during peak traffic. Airport shuttle buses serve major city points with fares between ¥20 and ¥55, but journey times vary with road conditions. Driving and parking are possible, but on‑airport parking is expensive and traffic jams are common, making public transport the preferred choice.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beijing_Capital_Airport_Bus", "title": "Beijing Capital Airport Bus", "time_published": "2026-06-21T18:03:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beijing%20Capital%20Airport%20Bus", "title": "Beijing Capital Airport Bus", "time_published": "2025-11-15T09:57:08Z" }, { "url": "https://www.bcia.com.cn/wljc.html", "title": "往来机场-北京首都国际机场", "favicon": "https://www.bcia.com.cn/static/images/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.bcia.com.cn/czc.html", "title": "出租车-北京首都国际机场" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beijing_Airport", "title": "Beijing Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2024-10-29T14:53:21Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Tokyo airport?", "answer": "Tokyo Narita Airport has a 24-hour capsule hotel called nine hours Narita Airport located in Terminal 2's Cary Park, offering overnight stays and day-use naps with showers. Additionally, day rooms with ensuite showers are available in Terminals 1 and 2 for transit passengers. More traditional hotels are a short drive away, with some providing complimentary shuttle service.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/tokyo-narita-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Tokyo Narita Airport Guide (NRT) - 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": "2018-10-02T00:00:56Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/sleep-guide/sleeping-in-tokyo-narita-airport.htm", "title": "Sleeping in Tokyo Narita Airport", "time_published": "2024-04-29T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/tokyo/activities/private_one_way_transfer_narita_airport_to_tokyo-XBHJ84", "title": "Private One-way Transfer Narita Airport To Tokyo", "time_published": "2026-02-23T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/ginza/activities/private_departure_transfer_central_tokyo_city_to_narita_international_airport-XARSOP?property=TYOAR", "title": "Private Departure Transfer : Central Tokyo City to Narita International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://all.accor.com/a/en/destination/place/hotels-narita-international-airport-ci242.html?pageIndex=2", "title": "Hotels near Narita International Airport – Book on all.accor.com", "time_published": "2026-04-22T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://www.narita-airport.jp/en/service/transportation/capsule-hotel/", "title": "Capsule Hotel | NARITA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT", "time_published": "2016-01-01T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Narita Intl Airport?", "answer": "Narita International Airport offers currency exchange offices, prayer rooms, and free Wi‑Fi across its terminals. Currency exchange counters and ATMs are found in Terminal 1 on the 1st, 3rd, and 4th floors and in Terminal 2 on the basement 1st, 1st, and 4th floors. Prayer rooms are available in Terminal 1 on the 3rd floor both before and after passport control. Free internet access is provided in Terminal 1 on the 4th floor, and Wi‑Fi rental services are available in both terminals.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://www.narita-airport.jp/en/service/ud/guide/", "title": "Narita Airport Facility Layout | NARITA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT", "time_published": "2016-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://www.narita-airport.jp/en/service/transportation/", "title": "Transportation / Accommodation / Refreshment Space | NARITA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT", "time_published": "2016-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narita%20Express", "title": "Narita Express", "time_published": "2026-03-01T17:13:38Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Narita_Express", "title": "Narita Express", "time_published": "2026-06-09T19:28:20Z" }, { "url": "http://www.mlit.go.jp/koku/15_hf_000032.html", "title": "Narita International Airport - MLIT Japan", "time_published": "2006-01-01T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "The most common aircraft on nonstop flights from Beijing to Tokyo are the Airbus A321 (including the A321-100 and A321-200 Neo), the Airbus A330-300, and the Boeing 787-8; Boeing 737-800 and 767-300 also appear. The exact type varies by day and airline — Air China, China Southern, Japan Airlines, ANA, and Spring Airlines Japan all operate the route with different equipment — so travelers may see any of these narrow-body or wide-body jets depending on the flight. Most of these aircraft offer Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment, though availability differs by carrier and specific aircraft configuration.", "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 Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "Star Alliance (Air China, All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines) and SkyTeam (China Southern, China Eastern) serve nonstop flights from Beijing to Tokyo; Hainan Airlines also flies the route but is not part of any 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": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Beijing?", "answer": "At Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), departing passengers have access to several lounges, including the BGS Premier Lounge in Terminal 3E (open 24/7 with buffet, showers, and Wi-Fi, accessible via Priority Pass or by paying at the door), the Cathay Pacific Lounge in Terminal 3E (open to Cathay Pacific and oneworld first and business class passengers, with a selection of food and drinks), and the Hainan Airlines Fortune Wings Lounge in Terminal 2 (domestic).", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/PEK", "title": "American Express Lounges at Beijing Capital International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/china/beijing-capital-international", "title": "Beijing Capital International Airport PEK Lounges - PEK Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en/lounges/china/beijing-capital-international/pek8-hna-club", "title": "Beijing Capital International Airport PEK Lounges - PEK Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/PEK/BGS-Premier-Lounge-Terminal-3E-JhmaYaC5OZ/?hub=in_benefits_related_pages_why_american_express", "title": "BGS Premier Lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_MM/destinations/lounges/beijing-pek/cathay-pacific-lounge.html", "title": "Cathay Pacific Lounge | Beijing Capital International Airport lounges", "time_published": "2022-11-15T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "Baggage allowance on Beijing–Tokyo flights varies by airline and fare class. Basic economy fares often exclude checked bags, while standard economy typically includes one free checked bag and a carry‑on. Check your specific ticket for exact details." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Beijing to Tokyo?", "answer": "Flights from Beijing to Tokyo typically offer Economy and flat-bed Business class, with Premium Economy available on select airlines." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by carrier and fare class; flexible and premium cabin tickets typically allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy and deeply discounted fares generally do not." } } } }