{ "response": { "Key": "KOJ-HND", "orig": { "code": "KOJ", "type": "airport", "city": "Kagoshima", "fullCity": "Kagoshima, Japan", "airport": "Kagoshima Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "HND", "type": "airport", "city": "Tokyo", "fullCity": "Tokyo, Japan", "airport": "Haneda Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Kagoshima (KOJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) takes around 1 hour 40 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes. There is no significant difference in duration between the outbound and return flights. Most flights are direct, and the fastest service is typically offered by Japan Airlines and ANA, with similar flight times." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "Yes, there are direct non‑stop flights from Kagoshima (KOJ) to Tokyo Haneda (HND). Three airlines operate the route — JAL (JL), ANA (NH), and Skymark (BC) — all running daily service, with roughly 175, 113, and 28 weekly flights respectively. Flights depart throughout the day from early morning until late evening, so you have plenty of options every day of the week.", "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" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Tokyo?", "answer": "Tokyo Haneda Airport is well-connected to central Tokyo, with the fastest option being the Tokyo Monorail (13–19 minutes to Hamamatsuchō) or the Keikyū Line (11 minutes to Shinagawa), both linking to the JR Yamanote loop and subway. Limousine buses serve major hotels and districts, taxis are plentiful but expensive (¥5,000–¥10,000+), and ride-share is limited—mainly pre-booked private hires. Car rentals are available but generally unnecessary given the efficient transit. The monorail and Keikyū trains are the most popular choices for speed and value.", "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" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "Yes, Japan Airlines operates a daily nonstop red-eye from Kagoshima to Tokyo Haneda, departing at 21:00. That flight lands around 22:40 the same night — it's a short hop, so despite the late departure it arrives before midnight rather than the next morning.", "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 Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, and Skymark Airlines all fly non‑stop from Kagoshima to Tokyo Haneda. Japan Airlines offers the most flights, with up to 175 a week spread throughout the day, while ANA operates around 113 weekly flights and Skymark runs about 28. The schedule data does not include per‑carrier fares for this route.", "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" ] }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "On-time performance is generally high, with Japan Airlines and ANA both maintaining strong records. Early morning flights tend to be most punctual, as they avoid cascading delays from later in the day." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Tokyo?", "answer": "March to May and October to November offer mild temperatures, blooming or colorful foliage, and fewer tourists than peak seasons." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "For domestic flights in Japan, bring a valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license or My Number card; a passport is not required but can be used. No visa or travel authorization is needed, and you should carry a payment method for any baggage fees." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Tokyo?", "answer": "Tokyo has two main airports: Haneda and Narita. Haneda is much closer to central Tokyo, ideal for business and domestic flights, and serves major full-service airlines like JAL and ANA. Narita is farther east, handles many international long-haul flights, and also serves low-cost carriers. For your flight from Kagoshima, you will arrive at Haneda, which is the primary airport for domestic routes into Tokyo." }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Tokyo airport?", "answer": "Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) has a transit hotel, The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda Transit, located airside in Terminal 3 near Gate 114, but it requires an international boarding pass and is not accessible to domestic arrivals. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods, though armrest-free benches and cushioned seating are available in Terminals 2 and 3 for resting. Several nearby hotels are connected by free shuttle, including the landside Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/asia/tokyo_haneda.htm", "title": "Tokyo Haneda Airport Guide (HND) - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-01-07T17:08:35Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/tokyo-haneda-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Tokyo Haneda Airport Guide (HND) - 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": "2018-10-02T00:00:31Z" }, { "url": "https://royalparkhotels.co.jp/en/the/tokyohaneda/transit/index.html", "title": "Transit Hotel - [Official] The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda- Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Building - Hotel in Tokyo" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/tokyo/activities/tokyo_haneda_airport_hnd_to_tokyo_hotel_address_round_trip_private_transfer-XG21GV", "title": "Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Tokyo hotel/address - Round-Trip Private Transfer", "time_published": "2026-04-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/asia/japan/tokyo/activities/tokyo_haneda_airport_hnd_transfer_private_transfer_single_way-XBZVQ9", "title": "Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) Transfer Private Transfer(Single way)", "time_published": "2026-04-04T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.royalparkhotels.co.jp/en/the/tokyohaneda/about/gallery/", "title": "Gallery - [Official] The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda- Inside Haneda Airport Terminal 3 - Hotel in Tokyo", "time_published": "2026-04-15T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Kagoshima to Tokyo Haneda are operated with a mix of Boeing 767s, Boeing 737-800s, and Airbus A320-100s, with the 767 being the most common widebody on the route. Some flights list an unspecified aircraft type, so the exact plane can vary by day and airline. Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on this route, though the specific offerings depend on the carrier and aircraft.", "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 Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "Japan Airlines (JL), a Oneworld member, and All Nippon Airways (NH), a Star Alliance member, both operate nonstop flights from Kagoshima to Tokyo Haneda. Skymark Airlines (BC) also flies the route but does not belong to any global 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 Kagoshima?", "answer": "At Kagoshima Airport (KOJ), the two main airline-branded lounges in the domestic terminal are the All Nippon Airways (ANA) Signet Lounge near gate 6 and the Japan Airlines (JAL) Sakura Lounge near gate 9. Both offer complimentary snacks, beer, wine, spirits, and Wi‑Fi inside security, and are accessible to eligible passengers flying in business class or holding elite status with the respective airline or its alliance partners. A landside wellness option, Body Care LUCK, is open daily from 10:00 to 20:00 and provides spa treatments with a maximum stay of six hours. There are no independent Priority Pass lounges at KOJ.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/japan/kagoshima", "title": "Kagoshima Airport KOJ Lounges - KOJ Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kagoshima_Airport", "title": "Kagoshima Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-20T02:11:36Z" }, { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/japan/kagoshima/koj2s-body-care-luck-kagoshima-airport", "title": "Body Care LUCK Kagoshima Airport KOJ AIRPORT Kagoshima | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://next.loungebuddy.com/en/KOJ/all-nippon-airways-ana-signet-domestic-terminal-ElFWB41sWN?currency=USD", "title": "All Nippon Airways ANA Signet", "time_published": "2017-07-20T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://next.loungebuddy.com/en/KOJ/japan-airlines-jal-sakura-lounge-domestic-terminal-S5hDSNGALz?currency=USD", "title": "Japan Airlines JAL Sakura Lounge", "time_published": "2014-08-12T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic fares may limit or exclude checked bags, while standard fares typically include one checked bag and a carry-on. Premium fares offer additional allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Kagoshima to Tokyo?", "answer": "On flights from Kagoshima to Tokyo, you'll typically find Economy and domestic Business class with reclining seats; flat‑bed Business and Premium Economy are not common on this domestic route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic fares typically do not." } } } }