Is a 30 min layover in Tokyo long enough?
No, 30 minutes is probably not enough for a layover at HND (Tokyo).
Is 30 minutes enough for a layover at Tokyo International (HND)?
Still tight even within the same terminal given walking distances and boarding cutoffs.
What is the minimum connection time at HND?
Minimum connection times at Tokyo International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 40 minutes, International-to-International is 90 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 30 minutes connection at HND on an international flight?
30 minutes is below the 90-minute international MCT at Tokyo International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. Terminals 1 and 2 are linked by a short indoor walkway (5-8 minutes), while Terminal 3 is connected to both via a free shuttle bus that takes about 10-15 minutes depending on traffic, or via the Tokyo Monorail/Keikyu line one stop away. International arrivals must clear immigration and customs in Terminal 3 before any onward domestic connection, effectively re-entering the sterile zone.
How much time do I need for a layover at HND?
We recommend at least 45 minutes for a comfortable connection at Tokyo International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 15 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 20 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at HND?
If you misconnect, JAL or ANA transfer desks in the domestic terminals and airline service counters in Terminal 3 can rebook you on the next available flight; given the curfew, options after 11pm may require an overnight wait or hotel voucher from the airline.