{ "response": { "Key": "CDG-HND", "orig": { "code": "CDG", "type": "airport", "city": "Paris", "fullCity": "Paris, France", "airport": "Charles de Gaulle Intl 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 Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "The flight from Paris to Tokyo is about 6,030 miles and typically takes 13 hours and 15 minutes. The return leg from Tokyo to Paris is longer, at 14 hours and 45 minutes, due to prevailing winds. Nonstop service is operated by Air France, Japan Airlines, and ANA, all daily.", "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" ] }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "Yes, there are non‑stop flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Tokyo Haneda. Air France, Japan Airlines, and ANA all serve the route daily, together offering about 60 flights a week. Air France operates up to five daily departures with a mix of morning, afternoon, and evening times, while Japan Airlines and ANA each have two daily flights; typical non‑stop times range from about 13 hours 15 minutes on Air France to just under 14 hours on Japan Airlines.", "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, flight times and distances for this route come 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). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes 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. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. 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_airlines", "flight_schedule", "redeye_flights", "route_options", "route_aircraft" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "French nationals travelling from Paris to Tokyo do not need a visa for a short tourist visit. They may stay in Japan for up to 90 days without a visa.\n\nA quick note: this is general guidance to help you plan, not official immigration advice — entry rules can change and can depend on your nationality and circumstances, so please confirm the current requirements with the relevant embassy or official government source before you travel.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Japan", "title": "Visa policy of Japan", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/favicon/wikipedia.ico" }, { "url": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/short/multipleentry.html", "title": "Multiple Entry Visa (for nationals of visa exemption countries/regions) | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan" }, { "url": "https://www.mofa.go.jp/j_info/visit/visa/faq.html", "title": "Frequently Asked Questions | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan" } ], "preopenedReferences": true, "stageOnly": true }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Tokyo?", "answer": "From Haneda Airport, the main ground transportation options into central Tokyo are the Keikyu Line and the Tokyo Monorail, both rail services that connect directly to the city, plus an extensive network of airport limousine buses serving Tokyo and neighboring prefectures like Kanagawa, Chiba, and Saitama. Taxis and car rentals are also available, though the rail lines are generally faster and more reliable for avoiding road congestion, with the Tokyo Monorail being a particularly iconic and heavily used option since it opened in 1964. The Keikyu Line and monorail are the most-used public transit choices, with the monorail offering a direct route to Hamamatsucho Station and the Keikyu Line serving Shinagawa and beyond. A future JR East Haneda Airport Access Line is under construction and expected to open by fiscal year 2031, which will add direct train service to Tokyo Station and Shinjuku, further improving access.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.cab.mlit.go.jp/tcab/airport/list/haneda/congestion.html", "title": "東京国際空港内道路の混雑緩和について - 国土交通省 東京航空局" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda_Airport_Access_Line", "title": "Haneda Airport Access Line", "time_published": "2026-07-10T00:59:36Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda%20Airport", "title": "Haneda Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-27T06:20:30Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda_Airport", "title": "Haneda Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-12T19:50:14Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo_International_Airport", "title": "Haneda Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-06T08:15:43Z" } ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "No nonstop red-eye flights operate from Paris CDG to Tokyo HND, but a connecting overnight itinerary is available: Air India's red-eye leg from Paris to Delhi departs at 20:45 and arrives at 10:40 the next morning, then connects onward to Tokyo on Air India after a 7h40m layover in Delhi.", "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 Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "Air France, Japan Airlines, and All Nippon Airways operate non‑stop from Paris CDG to Tokyo Haneda. Air France offers the most frequent service with 32 weekly flights and a median fare around $1,515; Japan Airlines and ANA each fly 14 times weekly, with median fares near $1,655 and $1,616 respectively.", "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 Paris and Tokyo?", "answer": "Common layover cities include Dubai, Istanbul, Helsinki, and Seoul. Dubai and Istanbul offer broad connections and efficient transfers, with Istanbul providing visa-free transit for many nationalities. Helsinki and Seoul are northern and eastern hubs that keep total travel time competitive by minimizing backtracking." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Tokyo?", "answer": "Late March to early May and late September to November offer pleasant temperatures, cherry blossoms or autumn colors, and fewer tourists than summer." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a visa or Japan Web QR code for entry, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any required vaccination certificates." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Tokyo?", "answer": "Haneda is much closer to central Tokyo and handles many business and international flights. Narita is farther out but serves as a major hub for long‑haul international travel and budget carriers." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Charles de Gaulle Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "The RER B suburban rail line connects central Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport in about 35–40 minutes and is the most popular option, with roughly 30% of airport passengers using it; a faster dedicated CDG Express train from Gare de l'Est is planned to open in March 2027 and will cut the trip to 20 minutes at a higher fare. Public shuttle buses and ride-share services such as Uber are available for door-to-door convenience, while taxis offer fixed fares and take 45–60 minutes depending on traffic. Driving is possible but parking at the airport is relatively expensive, making rail the most cost-effective choice for most travelers.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://parisaeroport.fr/docs/default-source/passager-fichiers/preparer/navettes-paris-cdg.pdf", "title": "NAVETTES GRATUITES À PARIS-CHARLES DE GAULLE", "time_published": "2018-02-05T14:39:14Z" }, { "url": "https://parisaeroport.fr/fr/passagers/transports-parking/transports-publics-paris/travaux-acces-rer-b/cdg", "title": "Travaux et Accès à l'Aéroport Charles de Gaulle – Paris Aéroport", "time_published": "2026-03-26T08:36:49Z" }, { "url": "https://parisaeroport.fr/en/charles-de-gaulle-airport/terminal-3", "title": "Maps & Terminals at Paris Charles de Gaulle – Paris Aéroport", "time_published": "2026-03-25T23:15:25Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_de_Gaulle_Airport", "title": "Charles de Gaulle Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2002-10-16T17:39:38Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CDG%20Express", "title": "CDG Express", "time_published": "2026-01-29T07:39:10Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Tokyo airport?", "answer": "Tokyo Haneda Airport has several on-site hotel options. The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda is directly connected to Terminal 3 and offers both landside rooms and airside transit rooms, along with short-stay refresh rooms with showers. First Cabin Tokyo Haneda is a capsule hotel on the Arrivals Level of Terminal 1, the Haneda Excel Hotel is at Domestic Terminal 2 with direct access from the departure lobby, and the Hotel Villa Fontaine Premier and Grand are connected to Terminal 3 by a covered walkway.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "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://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/the/tokyohaneda/transit", "title": "トランジットホテル -【公式】ザ ロイヤルパークホテル 東京羽田 - 羽田空港第3ターミナルビル内 - 東京のホテル", "favicon": "https://royalparkhotels.co.jp/the/tokyohaneda/assets/images/common/icon-512x512.png?v=1" }, { "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" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Haneda Intl Airport?", "answer": "Haneda Airport has three passenger terminals and extensive facilities. Currency exchange offices and free Wi-Fi are available throughout the terminals, and prayer rooms are provided for passengers of all faiths. The international terminal (Terminal 3) offers multiple currency exchange counters and multi-faith prayer rooms near the departure and arrival areas.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda%20Airport", "title": "Haneda Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-27T06:20:30Z" }, { "url": "https://www.tokyo-airport-bldg.co.jp/en/index.html", "title": "Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd.", "time_published": "2025-12-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.tokyo-airport-bldg.co.jp/en/business/airport/", "title": "By Airport｜Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd.", "time_published": "2002-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda_Airport", "title": "Haneda Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-12T19:50:14Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokyo_International_Airport", "title": "Haneda Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-06T08:15:43Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "Air France operates the most flights on the Paris to Tokyo Haneda route, using Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. Japan Airlines flies Airbus A350 family aircraft, while ANA operates Boeing 787-9s.", "methodology": "Aircraft types 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). For U.S. routes the type is grounded in the tail number that actually operated the flight; elsewhere it comes from the airline's filed equipment code. Where the source does not commit to a specific variant we name the aircraft family (for example Airbus A320 family) rather than guess, and where no reliable type is on file the aircraft is omitted rather than estimated. Types describe typical scheduled equipment and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "flight_schedule" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "Three alliances serve nonstop flights from Paris CDG to Tokyo HND: SkyTeam (Air France), oneworld (Japan Airlines), and Star Alliance (All Nippon Airways). All three carriers belong to an alliance — there is no major unaligned operating airline on 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" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Paris?", "answer": "When departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle, the Cathay Pacific lounge in Terminal 2AC offers thoughtfully prepared Asian and international dishes, a fully stocked self-service bar, workstations with computers and printers, high-speed Wi-Fi, premium shower suites, luggage storage, disability access, and newspapers and magazines. There is also a Lufthansa Business Lounge in Terminal 1, and a YotelAir Paris Charles de Gaulle in Terminal 2E. A Delta Sky Club is referenced as a partner lounge, though no specific location or features are listed for it.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/france/paris-charles-de-gaulle", "title": "Charles De Gaulle International Airport CDG Lounges - CDG Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "favicon": "https://my.prioritypass.com/icon.png?icon.1k7202wk2zqql.png?dpl=1f82db4e-b1f8-481b-b911-c24ef915cc46" }, { "url": "https://cathaypacific.com/cx/en_DK/destinations/lounges/paris-cdg/cathay-pacific-lounge.html", "title": "Cathay Pacific lounge | Cathay DK", "favicon": "https://www.cathaypacific.com/content/dam/header-footer-lrp/cx-web-clip-icon.png" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/CDG", "title": "American Express Lounges at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport | Amex GB", "time_published": "2026-05-02T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.delta.com/us/en/airports/europe/paris-sky-club-airport-map", "title": "Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport Map & Lounges | Delta Air Lines", "favicon": "https://www.delta.com/content/dam/delta-applications/dlhome/favicon.ico" }, { "url": "https://parisaeroport.fr/en/charles-de-gaulle-airport/terminal-3", "title": "Maps & Terminals at Paris Charles de Gaulle – Paris Aéroport", "time_published": "2026-03-25T23:15:25Z" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "On Paris–Tokyo flights, Basic Economy fares may exclude checked baggage. Standard economy often includes one checked bag and a carry‑on, while premium cabins typically allow two checked bags and additional hand luggage." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Paris to Tokyo?", "answer": "Flights from Paris to Tokyo typically offer Economy, widely available Premium Economy, and flat-bed Business class, with First class 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 deeply discounted fares rarely do." } } } }