{ "response": { "Key": "HND-BKK", "orig": { "code": "HND", "type": "airport", "city": "Tokyo", "fullCity": "Tokyo, Japan", "airport": "Haneda Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "BKK", "type": "airport", "city": "Bangkok", "fullCity": "Bangkok, Thailand", "airport": "Suvarnabhumi Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Tokyo to Bangkok?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Tokyo (HND) to Bangkok (BKK) typically takes 6 to 7 hours. With one stop, total travel time usually ranges from 9 to 12 hours, commonly via hubs like Hong Kong or Taipei. Return flights from Bangkok to Tokyo are often slightly shorter due to tailwinds, averaging around 5.5 to 6.5 hours nonstop." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Tokyo to Bangkok?", "answer": "Yes, three airlines fly nonstop from Tokyo Haneda to Bangkok: ANA (NH) with 35 weekly flights, JAL (JL) with 28, and Thai Airways (TG) with 14 — all operating daily. Departures are spread across late-night/early-morning (around midnight to 1:30 AM) and late-morning (10:35–11:05 AM) banks, giving roughly 10–11 nonstops every day.", "methodology": "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. 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": [ "flight_schedule", "route_airlines" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Tokyo to Bangkok?", "answer": "Yes, visa requirements depend on nationality. Japanese passport holders can enter Thailand visa-free for up to 30 days if arriving by air. Thai passport holders can enter Japan visa-free for short stays up to 15 days. Travelers of other nationalities should check both Thai and Japanese entry requirements based on their passport." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Bangkok?", "answer": "Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) has a solid mix of ground transport into Bangkok. The Airport Rail Link is the fastest option, connecting to the city's mass transit system. Metered taxis are widely available and most popular, with a straightforward queue system plus a small surcharge. Ride-hailing via Grab is a reliable alternative, and there are also public buses, limousine services, and car rentals. For most travelers, the taxi offers the best balance of convenience and price.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/service/airport-guide/detail/Transportation_BKK", "title": "Ways to transport", "favicon": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/service/airport-guide/detail/images/favicons/aot_apple_180.png", "time_published": "2021-08-25T04:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/service/transportation/detail/317", "title": "Bus BMTA", "time_published": "2021-08-25T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suvarnabhumi%20Airport", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-29T22:02:29Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suvarnabhumi_Airport_Automated_People_Mover", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport Automated People Mover", "time_published": "2026-03-22T13:16:31Z" }, { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport | Bangkok International airport of Thailand | BKK", "favicon": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/images/favicons/aot_apple_180.png", "time_published": "2024-09-26T17:00:00Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Tokyo to Bangkok?", "answer": "No nonstop red-eye flights operate from Tokyo (HND) to Bangkok (BKK), but connecting overnight itineraries whose long leg is a red-eye are available. One option departs Tokyo Haneda at 23:50 on AirAsia X (D7) via Kuala Lumpur, with the overnight leg arriving at 06:15, while another departs Tokyo Narita at 21:15 on Scoot (TR) via Singapore, arriving at 05:20 — both land in the morning hours and thus arrive the next morning. Other connections route through Taipei (CI) or Daegu (TW) with the red-eye leg arriving at 01:25 and 01:05 respectively, landing just after midnight 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 Bangkok?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Tokyo Haneda to Bangkok are operated by ANA, Japan Airlines, and Thai Airways. ANA offers around 35 weekly flights, JAL about 28, and Thai Airways roughly 14, all with daily service. Specific per‑carrier fares aren't listed here, though these three carriers dominate the nonstop market between the two cities.", "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 Tokyo and Bangkok?", "answer": "Common layovers include Taipei, Hong Kong, and Seoul. These hubs offer frequent connections, efficient transfers, and visa‑free transit options for many nationalities, keeping total travel times competitive." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Tokyo to Bangkok?", "answer": "On‑time performance is generally reliable, though afternoon thunderstorms can cause delays. Morning flights, particularly on Japan Airlines and ANA, tend to depart on schedule." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Bangkok?", "answer": "November to February offers cooler, dry weather and fewer tourists than peak season." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Tokyo to Bangkok?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, any required Thai visa, proof of onward travel, a payment method for baggage, and check for any vaccination certificate requirements." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Bangkok?", "answer": "Bangkok has two main airports. Suvarnabhumi is the primary international gateway, located about 25 km east of downtown, serving full-service airlines and major alliances. Don Mueang is closer to the northern city center and primarily used by low-cost carriers for domestic and regional flights." }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Bangkok airport?", "answer": "Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) has several on-site sleeping options, including the Avagard Capsule Hotel located in the basement level near the Airport Rail Link station, and the Miracle Transit Hotel offering day rooms and overnight stays within the international transit area on the 4th floor, concourses F and G. There are also sleep pods and lounges with resting areas scattered through the terminal; none require a shuttle as they are all inside the main terminal building.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/bangkok-suvarnabhumi-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Guide (BKK) - 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": "2018-08-08T18:41:04Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suvarnabhumi%20Airport", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-29T22:02:29Z" }, { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport | Bangkok International airport of Thailand | BKK", "favicon": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/images/favicons/aot_apple_180.png", "time_published": "2024-09-26T17:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/reviews/bangkok-suvarnabhumi-airport-reviews.htm", "title": "Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Reviews (BKK) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png" }, { "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/activities/bangkok_to_bangkok_suvarnabhumi_airport_bkk_departure_transfer-XGP0Y9?property=BKKMS", "title": "Bangkok to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)- Departure Transfer", "time_published": "2026-03-17T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/thailand/bangkok/activities/bangkok_suvarnabhumi_airport_bkk_departure_transfer_shared_or_private-X8TKHD", "title": "Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) Departure Transfer (Shared or Private)", "time_published": "2026-02-23T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Suvarnabhumi Airport?", "answer": "Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) has currency exchange offices and ATMs throughout the terminal, including in the arrival hall and departure areas. Prayer rooms, including Muslim prayer rooms and meditation rooms, are available in the Midfield Satellite 1 (SAT‑1) terminal and the main terminal. Free Wi‑Fi is provided across the airport for all passengers.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport | Bangkok International airport of Thailand | BKK", "favicon": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/images/favicons/aot_apple_180.png", "time_published": "2024-09-26T17:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/about-us", "title": "About Us", "favicon": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/images/favicons/aot_apple_180.png", "time_published": "2021-08-25T04:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suvarnabhumi%20Airport", "title": "Suvarnabhumi Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-29T22:02:29Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk:Suvarnabhumi_Airport", "title": "Talk:Suvarnabhumi Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2006-07-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://suvarnabhumi.airportthai.co.th/service/facility", "title": "Airport Facilities", "time_published": "2021-08-25T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Tokyo to Bangkok?", "answer": "Flights from Tokyo to Bangkok are operated with a mix of widebody and narrowbody aircraft. The most common types are the Airbus A330-300, Boeing 787-9, and Boeing 737, with other variants like the Boeing 777-300ER and Airbus A350-900 also appearing. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on this route.", "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 Bangkok?", "answer": "Star Alliance (via ANA and Thai Airways) and oneworld (via Japan Airlines) serve the Tokyo–Bangkok route nonstop; no SkyTeam carrier operates it, and all three airlines are alliance members.", "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 Airport (HND), international Terminal 3 offers the Delta Sky Club for eligible Delta One, SkyTeam Elite Plus, or American Express Platinum cardholders, featuring a sushi bar and shower suites. The Centurion Lounge in Terminal 3 is accessible to American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders, with a full bar and Japanese-inspired cuisine. The TIAT Lounge in Terminal 3 can be accessed via Priority Pass or by purchasing a day pass, and provides showers and a self-service bar. In Terminal 2, the Power Lounge Premium is available to Priority Pass members and select cardholders, offering premium food and spirits. The Sky Lounge South in Terminal 3 also accepts Priority Pass and day passes, with runway views and a quiet atmosphere.", "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 Bangkok?", "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and ticket type. Basic economy fares often exclude checked luggage, while standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium cabins offer higher allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Tokyo to Bangkok?", "answer": "Flights from Tokyo to Bangkok typically offer Economy and flat‑bed Business class; Premium Economy is available on select airlines." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare class; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares rarely do." } } } }