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Tokyo International Airport
NameTokyo International 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 * Star Flyer
Elevation-f21
Coordinates35, 33, 12, N...
Websitehttps://www.haneda-airport.jp/

Tokyo International Airport. Commonly known as Haneda Airport, it is one of two primary airports serving the Greater Tokyo Area, alongside Narita International Airport. Located on reclaimed land in Ōta, Tokyo, it is a major domestic hub and a growing international gateway, handling one of the highest passenger volumes in Asia. The airport is a critical base for All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines, featuring three passenger terminals and extensive connections to central Tokyo.

History

The airfield opened in 1931 as Haneda Airfield, initially serving as the main airport for the capital of the Empire of Japan. After World War II, it was used by the Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers during the Occupation of Japan. Major expansion occurred for the 1964 Summer Olympics, with a new terminal and runway built on reclaimed land in Tokyo Bay. For decades, it handled nearly all of Tokyo's air traffic until the opening of Narita International Airport in 1978 shifted most international flights away. A significant redevelopment project culminated in 2010 with the opening of a new international terminal and a fourth runway, reinstating its status as a 24-hour international gateway and hosting carriers like Singapore Airlines and Delta Air Lines.

Facilities

The airport's three main passenger terminals are interconnected by a free shuttle bus and an automated people mover. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 primarily handle domestic flights for Star Alliance and Oneworld carriers, respectively, while the dedicated International Terminal (also called Terminal 3) features a large duty-free area and observation decks. The complex includes the Haneda Airport Garden integrated facility with a Hotel Villa Fontaine and direct access to Keikyu Railway stations. Cargo operations are managed by companies like Nippon Cargo Airlines, and maintenance facilities support carriers including Air Do and Solaseed Air. The control tower is operated by the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau.

Airlines and destinations

As a primary hub, it is dominated by All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines, which operate extensive domestic networks to cities like Sapporo, Fukuoka, and Okinawa. Key international services are flown by Delta Air Lines to Los Angeles, British Airways to London, and Cathay Pacific to Hong Kong. Low-cost carriers such as AirAsia Japan and Spring Airlines also operate from the international terminal. The airport serves as a focus city for Skymark Airlines and Star Flyer, offering flights to Kansai International Airport and Kitakyushu Airport.

Ground transportation

Rail access is provided by the Tokyo Monorail, which connects to Hamamatsuchō Station on the JR East Yamanote Line, and the Keikyu Railway line, offering direct service to Shinagawa Station and Yokohama Station. Several highway bus services, operated by companies like Limousine Bus, link the airport to major hubs including Tokyo Station, Shinjuku Station, and Narita International Airport. Taxi stands are available at all terminals, and rental car services are offered by Nippon Rent-A-Car and Toyota Rent a Car. The upcoming Haneda Airport Access Line will provide a direct rail link to central Tokyo.

Statistics

It is among the world's busiest airports, consistently ranking high in global passenger traffic. In 2019, it handled over 85 million passengers, making it the third-busiest in the world after Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Beijing Capital International Airport. It also handles significant air cargo traffic, managed through facilities operated by Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways. The airport's on-time performance is frequently recognized by aviation analytics firm OAG. The busiest domestic route is to New Chitose Airport serving Sapporo, while a leading international route is to Hong Kong International Airport.

Accidents and incidents

A significant accident occurred in 1982 when Japan Airlines Flight 350, a McDonnell Douglas DC-8, crashed on final approach, an event investigated by the Japan Transport Safety Board. In 1999, All Nippon Airways Flight 61 was hijacked at the airport by a lone assailant. The airport was also the departure point for Japan Airlines Flight 123 in 1985, which crashed in Gunma Prefecture in Japan's deadliest single-aircraft accident. Security incidents have included unauthorized access to secured areas, leading to reviews by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The airport's safety protocols were scrutinized following the 2001 Japan Airlines mid-air incident near Yaizu, Shizuoka.

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