{"response": {"Key": "HND-OIT", "orig": {"code": "HND", "type": "airport", "city": "Tokyo", "fullCity": "Tokyo, Japan", "airport": "Haneda Intl Airport"}, "dest": {"code": "OIT", "type": "airport", "city": "Oita", "fullCity": "Oita, Japan", "airport": "Oita Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "What is the typical flight duration from Tokyo to Oita?", "answer": "The flight from Tokyo to Oita is about 480 miles and typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes, with the return leg at 1 hour 30 minutes — slightly shorter due to prevailing winds. Both ANA and JAL operate frequent daily nonstop service on this route.", "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.", "toolsUsed": ["flight_schedule"]}, "q1": {"question": "Are there any direct flights from Tokyo to Oita?", "answer": "Yes, ANA (NH) and JAL (JL) both fly nonstop from Tokyo Haneda to Oita daily. ANA offers about 12 departures a day starting around 06:25 and running through 19:15, while JAL operates roughly 16 daily flights from 07:30 to 20:15. The flight takes about 1 hour 40 minutes heading west and around 1 hour 30 minutes on the return.", "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.", "toolsUsed": ["flight_schedule"]}, "q3": {"question": "What are the ground transportation options in Oita?", "answer": "Oita Airport is connected to the city center by bus and a daily hovercraft service, though there is no train access. The hovercraft is the fastest option, taking about 35 minutes compared to roughly an hour by road, and is the most distinctive choice since regular service resumed in July 2025. Taxis are available but are not the primary mode; ride share options are limited and car rentals exist but are less commonly used for the airport-to-city trip.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://airportdistancecalculator.com/oita-airport-oit-details.html", "title": "Oita Airport (OIT) Details, Oita, Japan", "time_published": "2026-01-18T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://airportdistancecalculator.com/flight-oit-to-ngo.html", "title": "Distance From Oita Airport to Chubu Centrair International Airport (OIT - NGO Distance)", "time_published": "2026-01-20T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oita_Airport", "title": "Oita Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T21:55:52Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oita%20Airport", "title": "Oita Airport", "time_published": "2026-02-08T14:44:32Z"}, {"url": "https://airportdistancecalculator.com/oita-airport-oit-15-day-weather-forecast.html", "title": "Oita Airport (OIT) 15 Day Weather Forecast, Oita Japan", "time_published": "2026-01-20T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q6": {"question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Tokyo to Oita?", "answer": "No red-eye flights operate from Tokyo Haneda to Oita — there are no nonstop overnight departures on this route, and no connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg are available.", "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 Oita?", "answer": "Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways operate nonstop from Tokyo Haneda to Oita. JAL runs up to 112 weekly flights and ANA up to 79, both with daily departures throughout the day.", "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 Oita?", "answer": "Common layovers on this domestic route include Osaka (ITM or KIX) and Fukuoka (FUK), which offer frequent connections and short transfer times, keeping total travel time competitive."}, "q10": {"question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Oita?", "answer": "April to May and October 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 Oita?", "answer": "For domestic Japan travel, bring a valid government ID, payment for baggage and any vaccination certificates if needed."}, "q12": {"question": "Which airport should I use in Oita?", "answer": "Oita Airport is the only airport serving the city, located about 30 km north of the city centre and connected by bus and hovercraft."}, "q14": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Oita airport?", "answer": "Oita Airport (OIT) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. The nearest hotels are in Oita City, about an hour away by road or 35 minutes by hovercraft, and none are directly connected by a dedicated shuttle service.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [{"url": "https://airportdistancecalculator.com/oita-airport-oit-details.html", "title": "Oita Airport (OIT) Details, Oita, Japan", "time_published": "2026-01-18T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://airportdistancecalculator.com/flight-axn-to-oit.html", "title": "Distance From Alexandria Airport to Oita Airport (AXN - OIT Distance)", "time_published": "2026-01-19T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oita_Airport", "title": "Oita Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-05T21:55:52Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ōita_Airport_Road", "title": "Ōita Airport Road", "time_published": "2026-06-02T01:58:09Z"}, {"url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/osaka-itami-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Osaka Itami Airport Guide", "time_published": "2025-05-02T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "http://airportdistancecalculator.com/flight-gad-to-oit.html", "title": "Distance From Gadsden Municipal Airport to Oita Airport (GAD - OIT Distance)", "time_published": "2026-04-20T00:00:00Z"}]}, "q17": {"question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Tokyo to Oita?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Oita typically use Boeing 737-800s, Airbus A320-100s, or unspecified types depending on the airline and day; Japan Airlines (JL) often flies the 737-800, while Spring Airlines Japan (6J) and Jetstar Japan (GK) may use unspecified or A320 aircraft. For connecting itineraries, common long-leg aircraft include the Boeing 767, 787-8, and 737-800 via Osaka Itami (ITM), with short Embraer 170 hops onward. Onboard Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these domestic routes, though specifics vary by carrier.", "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"]}, "q20": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Tokyo?", "answer": "At Tokyo Haneda Airport, domestic flights to Oita depart from Terminal 1 or 2, where the Power Lounge chain offers several locations with pay-per-use access, including the Power Lounge South, Central, and North in Terminal 1 and the Power Lounge Premium in Terminal 2, which features showers, premium food, and a full bar. The Power Lounge Premium in Terminal 2 is open from 6:30 AM to midnight and is accessible via Priority Pass or American Express Platinum cards, while the other Power Lounges have more limited hours. No airline-branded lounges for domestic carriers like JAL or ANA are confirmed in the available data, so independent lounges remain the primary option.", "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 Oita?", "answer": "This domestic Japanese route has baggage policies set by each airline. Basic fares are often restrictive with no free checked bag, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Always confirm with your airline before flying."}, "q22": {"question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Tokyo to Oita?", "answer": "On this domestic route, Economy is standard with some flights offering a domestic Business class that does not feature flat‑bed seats, and Premium Economy is not common."}, "q23": {"question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabins generally allow same‑day changes or standby, while budget fares typically do not."}}}}