{ "response": { "Key": "HND-ICN", "orig": { "code": "HND", "type": "airport", "city": "Tokyo", "fullCity": "Tokyo, Japan", "airport": "Haneda Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "ICN", "type": "airport", "city": "Seoul", "fullCity": "Seoul, Korea", "airport": "Incheon Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Tokyo to Seoul?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Tokyo (HND) to Seoul (ICN) typically takes about 2 hours 30 minutes. The return leg from Seoul to Tokyo is slightly shorter, usually around 2 hours 10–20 minutes due to prevailing winds." }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Tokyo to Seoul?", "answer": "Yes, visa requirements depend on nationality. Japanese passport holders can enter South Korea visa-free for short stays (up to 90 days) with a K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) required unless exempt. South Korean passport holders can enter Japan visa-free for short stays (up to 90 days). Third-country nationals should check both countries' visa policies based on their citizenship." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Seoul?", "answer": "From Incheon International Airport, the most-used and fastest option to central Seoul is the AREX Airport Railroad express train, which reaches Seoul Station in about 43 minutes. Commuter all-stop AREX trains are also available at a lower fare. Airport limousine buses serve major districts like Gangnam and Dongdaemun, with fares around 17,000–18,000 KRW for adults. Taxis are readily available but cost significantly more, while ride-share services are limited. Car rentals exist but are rarely the best choice due to Seoul's excellent public transit.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://airport.kr/bbs/ap_en/937/138233/artclView.do", "title": "K2Web Wizard", "time_published": "2024-10-16T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airport.kr/ap_en/1507/subview.do", "title": "International Incheon Airport" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_in_Seoul", "title": "Transportation in Seoul", "time_published": "2025-09-22T07:17:16Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incheon%20International%20Airport%20Terminal%201%20station", "title": "Incheon International Airport Terminal 1 station", "time_published": "2026-03-08T09:10:35Z" }, { "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/6604/subview.do", "title": "International Incheon Airport" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Tokyo to Seoul?", "answer": "No red-eye flights operate on the Tokyo Haneda to Seoul Incheon route — neither nonstop overnight departures nor connecting itineraries whose long leg is a red-eye were found in the schedule.", "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 Seoul?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Tokyo Haneda to Seoul Incheon are operated by Peach Aviation (MM), Asiana Airlines (OZ), and Korean Air (KE). Peach runs eight weekly flights, while Asiana and Korean Air each offer seven per week, all with daily service. Typical per-carrier fares are not available in the current 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 Tokyo and Seoul?", "answer": "Direct flights are plentiful, but if you need a connection, common hubs include Osaka, Busan, Fukuoka and Nagoya, offering short total travel times and efficient transfers." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Tokyo to Seoul?", "answer": "On-time performance is typically high, but afternoon flights can encounter minor delays due to air traffic. Early morning departures on airlines like Korean Air and Asiana tend to be the most punctual." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Seoul?", "answer": "April to June and September to November offer pleasant temperatures and fewer tourists." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Tokyo to Seoul?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, any required visa or K-ETA if applicable, proof of onward travel, a payment method for baggage, and check for vaccination requirements." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Seoul?", "answer": "Incheon is the primary international airport for Seoul, located about 48 km west of downtown. It serves as a hub for Korean Air and Asiana Airlines, offering extensive global connections. Gimpo Airport, closer to the city centre, handles mostly domestic flights and some short‑haul international routes to China and Japan, making it convenient for regional travel." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Haneda Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "Reaching Haneda Airport from central Tokyo is fast and easy via the Tokyo Monorail or Keikyu Line, both taking under 30 minutes from major stations like Hamamatsucho or Shinagawa and offering frequent, affordable service. Limousine buses run directly from key hotels and Shinjuku Station, providing a comfortable door‑to‑terminal option without stairs, though travel time is longer. Taxis and ride‑share services are available for a convenient but more costly point‑to‑point ride, while driving and parking at the airport is possible but generally the least popular due to high fees and traffic.", "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 Seoul airport?", "answer": "Seoul Incheon Airport has a transit hotel airside in Terminal 1 on the 4th floor, offering rooms in 6‑hour blocks for connecting passengers. Terminal 2 has designated nap and rest zones with reclined loungers near gates 262–268, but no on‑site hotel. The ibis Styles Ambassador Incheon Airport is located nearby with a shuttle connection to both terminals.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/seoul-incheon-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Seoul Incheon Airport Guide (ICN) - 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": "2018-10-02T00:00:42Z" }, { "url": "https://www.walkerhill.com/transithotel/customer/FAQ", "title": "Incheon Airport Transit Hotel", "time_published": "2022-06-13T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/asia/seoul.htm", "title": "Seoul Incheon Airport Guide (ICN) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-04-13T17:34:21Z" }, { "url": "https://www.walkerhill.com/transithotel/en/t1/about/Introduction.jsp", "title": "Incheon Airport Transit Hotel", "time_published": "2022-06-13T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://all.accor.com/a/en/destination/city/hotels-seoul-v5556.html", "title": "Hotels in Seoul | Accor ALL.com", "time_published": "2025-01-20T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.walkerhill.com/transithotel/m/en/t1/about/Introduction.jsp", "title": "Incheon Airport Transit Hotel", "time_published": "2022-06-13T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Incheon Intl Airport?", "answer": "Incheon International Airport provides currency exchange services, prayer rooms, and free Wi‑Fi. Currency exchange counters are located in the departure hall on the 3rd floor before security, with additional ATMs and banking services available in both public and duty‑free areas. Multi‑faith prayer rooms can be found in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, typically near the transit hotel or rest zones, while complimentary Wi‑Fi is accessible throughout all terminals with no time limit.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1562/subview.do", "title": "International Incheon Airport" }, { "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1542/subview.do", "title": "International Incheon Airport", "time_published": "1999-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Incheon%20International%20Airport", "title": "Incheon International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T15:03:57Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Incheon_International_Airport_Interior.jpg", "time_published": "2013-06-13T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://airport.kr/ap_en/1413/subview.do", "title": "International Incheon Airport" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Tokyo to Seoul?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Tokyo Haneda to Seoul Incheon use a mix of narrowbody and widebody aircraft, most commonly the Boeing 737-800 and Boeing 737 (including the 737 MAX 8) operated by Jeju Air and T'way Air, along with the Airbus A330-300 flown by Asiana and Korean Air. Korean Air and Asiana also deploy larger widebodies such as the Boeing 787-8, 787-9, 787-10, A380-800, and A350-900, while ANA and JAL use the 787-8 and 787-9 on the route. The exact aircraft varies by day and airline, but the 737 family and A330-300 are the most frequent types seen.", "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 Seoul?", "answer": "Three airlines fly nonstop from Tokyo Haneda to Seoul Incheon: Peach Aviation (MM), Asiana Airlines (OZ), and Korean Air (KE). Asiana belongs to Star Alliance and Korean Air to SkyTeam, while Peach Aviation is a low-cost carrier with no global alliance affiliation — OneWorld has no member on this route, though it may serve it via connections.", "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 a Delta Sky Club and The Centurion Lounge, both accessible with eligible premium cards or business/first class tickets, featuring showers, premium food, and runway views. Terminal 2 has the Power Lounge Premium with showers, spirits, and a 3-hour stay limit, while a TIAT Lounge in Terminal 3 operates overnight for early departures. Several additional Power Lounges and Sky Lounges are scattered across Terminals 1, 2, and 3, with varying hours and amenities.", "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 Seoul?", "answer": "On Tokyo–Seoul flights, Basic Economy may not include a checked bag. Standard economy typically allows one checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium cabins offer two or more checked bags and larger carry‑ons. Always verify with your airline." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Tokyo to Seoul?", "answer": "Typical cabins on this short‑haul route are Economy and Business, with flat‑bed seats uncommon; Premium Economy is not usually offered." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive fares typically do not." } } } }