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Tokyo Haneda Airport
NameTokyo Haneda Airport
IATAHND
ICAORJTT
OwnerMinistry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
OperatorJapan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd., Tokyo International Air Terminal Corporation
City-servedGreater Tokyo Area
LocationŌta, Tokyo
Opened25 August 1931
Hub*All Nippon Airways *Japan Airlines *Skymark Airlines *Solaseed Air *StarFlyer
Elevation-f21
Coordinates35, 33, 12, N...
Websitehttps://www.haneda-airport.jp/

Tokyo Haneda Airport. Officially known as **Tokyo International Airport**, it is one of two primary airports serving the Greater Tokyo Area, alongside Narita International Airport. Located on the shores of Tokyo Bay in the special ward of Ōta, Tokyo, it is a major hub for domestic air travel within Japan and has significantly expanded its international network. Operated by Japan Airport Terminal Co., Ltd. and the Tokyo International Air Terminal Corporation, it is renowned for its efficiency, extensive amenities, and its iconic control tower designed by Kenzō Tange.

History

The airport opened in 1931 on land reclaimed from Tokyo Bay, initially serving as the main base for Imperial Japanese Army Air Service and Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service aircraft. After World War II, it was used by the Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers during the Occupation of Japan before resuming civilian operations. For decades, it served as Japan's primary international gateway until the opening of Narita International Airport in 1978 shifted most overseas flights there. A major redevelopment began in the 2000s, culminating in the opening of a new international terminal and a third runway in 2010, coinciding with a major push by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to re-establish it as a 24-hour international hub.

Facilities

The airport features three passenger terminals: Terminal 1, used primarily by All Nippon Airways and its Star Alliance partners; Terminal 2, used by Japan Airlines and its Oneworld partners; and the dedicated International Terminal. The facilities are noted for their extensive shopping and dining options, including the Edo-koji marketplace in the International Terminal, which recreates the atmosphere of the Edo period. Other notable features include observation decks, multiple Japan Airlines and ANA lounges, capsule hotels, and the Haneda Airport Garden complex with a Royal Park Hotel. The air traffic control tower, an architectural landmark, was designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Kenzō Tange.

Airlines and destinations

As a dual hub for All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines, the airport offers an extensive domestic network to cities like Sapporo, Fukuoka, and Okinawa. Its international operations have grown substantially, with direct flights to major global hubs such as London Heathrow Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, and Singapore Changi Airport. Other significant carriers include Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Air Canada, Qantas, and Lufthansa, alongside low-cost carriers like AirAsia Japan and Jetstar Japan. The airport serves as a focus city for Skymark Airlines, Solaseed Air, and StarFlyer.

Ground transportation

The airport is connected to central Tokyo via the Tokyo Monorail, which links to Hamamatsuchō Station on the JR East Yamanote Line, and the Keikyu railway line providing direct service to Shinagawa Station. Both routes offer limited express services. Road access is provided by the Bayshore Route of the Shuto Expressway network. Several bus operators, including Airport Limousine, provide direct coach services to major hotels, Tokyo Station, and Narita International Airport. Taxis and rental cars from companies like Toyota Rent a Car and Nippon Rent-A-Car are also available.

Statistics

It is one of the busiest airports in the world by passenger traffic and the busiest in Japan. In 2019, it handled over 87 million passengers, making it the third-busiest in Asia after Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport. It also ranks highly for aircraft movements and cargo volume. The airport's on-time performance is consistently ranked among the best globally, a testament to the operational efficiency of its operators and Japan Civil Aviation Bureau.

Accidents and incidents

The airport has maintained an excellent safety record throughout its modern history. A significant historical incident occurred in 1953 when a Douglas DC-6 operated by Japan Airlines crashed into Mount Mihara on Izu Ōshima shortly after departure, with no survivors. In 1982, Japan Airlines Flight 350, a McDonnell Douglas DC-8, crashed on final approach due to pilot error, resulting in fatalities. More recently, in 2017, an Embraer E170 operated by J-Air veered off the runway after landing, with no serious injuries. These events remain rare within the context of its immense traffic volume.

Category:Airports in Japan Category:Transport in Tokyo Category:Buildings and structures in Tokyo