{ "response": { "Key": "IWK-HND", "orig": { "code": "IWK", "type": "airport", "city": "Iwakuni", "fullCity": "Iwakuni, Japan", "airport": "Kintaiko 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 Iwakuni to Tokyo?", "answer": "The flight from Iwakuni to Tokyo is about 440 miles, with a typical nonstop flight time of 1 hour 30 minutes. The return leg is slightly longer at 1 hour 40 minutes, reflecting prevailing winds.", "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 Iwakuni to Tokyo?", "answer": "Yes, ANA flies non‑stop from Iwakuni (IWK) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) daily with up to eight departures spread across the morning, afternoon, and early evening; the flight takes about 90 minutes. It is the only carrier on the route, and the schedule runs every day of the week.", "methodology": "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. 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. 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": [ "flight_schedule", "route_airlines", "redeye_flights" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Tokyo?", "answer": "Tokyo Haneda Airport offers several ground transportation options to the city center, including the Keikyu Line and Tokyo Monorail for rail access, plus extensive airport bus services connecting to Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, and Saitama. The Tokyo Monorail is a direct link to central Tokyo and is the most-used route, while the Keikyu Line offers a faster alternative into Shinagawa and beyond. Taxis and car rentals are available, though public transit is generally the most efficient and popular choice. No ride-share services are currently listed; buses and trains remain the primary modes.", "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 Iwakuni to Tokyo?", "answer": "No overnight or red‑eye flights are available from Iwakuni (IWK) to Tokyo Haneda (HND) — 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 Iwakuni to Tokyo?", "answer": "All Nippon Airways operates nonstop flights from Iwakuni to Tokyo Haneda, with up to 56 weekly flights departing daily at various times throughout the day.", "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 Iwakuni and Tokyo?", "answer": "As a domestic route, connections are rarely needed; direct flights operate between Iwakuni and Tokyo Haneda. If a connection is required, common layovers include Fukuoka or Osaka Itami, offering frequent domestic links and efficient transfers." }, "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 colors, and fewer tourists than summer." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Iwakuni to Tokyo?", "answer": "For domestic flights in Japan, bring a government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license or My Number card, and a payment method for baggage fees; vaccination certificates are not required." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Tokyo?", "answer": "Haneda is closer to central Tokyo and ideal for domestic and many international flights. Narita is farther east and handles long‑haul international and low‑cost carriers." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Kintaiko Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Iwakuni, the most practical way to reach Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni (Kintaiko Airport) is by taxi or private car, as the base is located only about 1.3 nautical miles southeast of Iwakuni Station, and driving typically takes just a few minutes. Public transit options are limited: there is no direct rail link to the airfield, but local buses serve the area near the base, and ride-share services are generally not available in this part of Japan. Parking is available at the civilian passenger terminal for those who drive, and taxis are the fastest and most popular choice for travelers without a car, though costs are moderate compared to bus fares.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_Corps_Air_Station_Iwakuni", "title": "Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-06T22:58:25Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shin-Iwakuni_Station", "title": "Shin-Iwakuni Station", "time_published": "2025-12-19T20:41:28Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iwakuni", "title": "Iwakuni", "time_published": "2026-08-03T15:26:35Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iwakuni_Castle", "title": "Iwakuni Castle", "time_published": "2026-06-09T21:54:56Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Tokyo airport?", "answer": "Tokyo Haneda Airport has several on-site and terminal-connected hotels, including The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda Transit inside Terminal 3's airside departure area near Gate 114, and the Royal Park Hotel The Haneda directly connected to Terminal 3 on the landside. First Cabin Tokyo Haneda is a capsule hotel on the Arrivals Level of Terminal 1, while Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyo is at Terminal 2 and Hotel Villa Fontaine Premier and Grand Haneda are connected to Terminal 3 by a covered walkway. Sleep cabins and day rooms are also available.", "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 with 71 gates, and Terminal 2 features an open-air rooftop restaurant, a six-story shopping area with restaurants, and the 387-room Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu. Terminal 2 also has 27 gates with jet bridges and serves domestic flights for All Nippon Airways, Air Do, and Solaseed Air, while Terminal 3, formerly the International Terminal, opened in 2010 on the site of the former 1970 terminal complex. Haneda consistently earns a Five-Star Airport Rating from SKYTRAX, reflecting its high-quality passenger services.", "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" } ] }, "q16": { "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Iwakuni and Tokyo airports?", "answer": "Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport offers standard accessibility support at its civilian terminal, with assistance typically arranged by contacting the airline or airport at least 48 hours before departure. Tokyo Haneda Airport provides comprehensive mobility assistance, including airport concierges who patrol terminals to help travelers with disabilities or those needing extra guidance, and free shuttle buses between terminals. Children's play areas are available at Haneda, and both airports recommend requesting specific services in advance through your airline.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_Corps_Air_Station_Iwakuni", "title": "Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-06T22:58:25Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iwakuni", "title": "Iwakuni", "time_published": "2026-08-03T15:26:35Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shin-Iwakuni_Station", "title": "Shin-Iwakuni Station", "time_published": "2025-12-19T20:41:28Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iwakuni_Castle", "title": "Iwakuni Castle", "time_published": "2026-06-09T21:54:56Z" }, { "url": "https://www.tokyo-airport-bldg.co.jp/en/sustainability/social/relief_and_safety/03/index.html", "title": "Facility and Service Information｜Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd.", "time_published": "2002-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda_Airport_Terminal_2_Station", "title": "Haneda Airport Terminal 2 Station", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-08-24T02:47:22Z" }, { "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://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://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 Iwakuni to Tokyo?", "answer": "All Nippon Airways (ANA) operates the nonstop route from Iwakuni to Tokyo Haneda using Boeing 737-800 and Airbus A320 aircraft. These are the only aircraft types listed for the route.", "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 Iwakuni to Tokyo?", "answer": "Only All Nippon Airways (ANA), a Star Alliance member, operates nonstop flights from Iwakuni to Tokyo Haneda. No other alliances are represented by the carriers on this route; other alliances 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. 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.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "redeye_flights" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Iwakuni?", "answer": "Iwakuni Airport has no listed lounge access for departing passengers. There are no airline lounges or shared facilities mentioned for the civilian terminal.", "toolsUsed": [ "article_lookup" ], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marine_Corps_Air_Station_Iwakuni", "title": "Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-09-06T22:58:25Z" } ] }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Iwakuni to Tokyo?", "answer": "Flights from Iwakuni to Tokyo typically offer only Economy class, as the route is operated by regional jets without Premium Economy or flat-bed Business cabins." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare type; flexible and higher‑cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive fares typically do not." } } } }