Japan · Tokyo
Narita International Airport (NRT) Online Check-in
Tokyo's secondary international airport, 75 km east of central Tokyo. Three terminals — T1 (Star Alliance), T2 (Oneworld + SkyTeam), T3 (low-cost). Major Asian gateway, less convenient than HND for downtown.
Now at Narita International Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
Quick information
Airlines we cover at Narita International Airport
Narita International Airport hosts about 90 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 2 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.
How to check in for a flight from Narita International Airport
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Check in online before you leave home
Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.
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Arrive at the right terminal
NRT has 3 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.
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Drop off checked baggage
Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.
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Pass security
Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.
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Reach your gate on time
Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.
Tips for Narita International Airport
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NRT vs HND — choose carefully
NRT (Narita) = international long-haul, 75 km from Tokyo. HND (Haneda) = closer to Tokyo (15 km), prefer when possible. Trains: Narita Express 60 min, Keisei Skyliner 40 min.
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Free transit visa for many nationalities
Japan offers visa-free entry to 70+ nationalities for tourism. Transit also visa-free for most. e-Visa available for some — check 30+ days before.
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Cash is king at NRT
Many small shops + restaurants at Narita are cash-only. ATMs at airport accept foreign cards (Seven Bank, JP Bank). IC cards (Suica, Pasmo) available for trains.
Popular destinations from Narita International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal does Japan Airlines use at NRT?
Japan Airlines uses Terminal 2 at Narita. Oneworld partners (American, BA, Cathay, Iberia) also at T2. ANA + Star Alliance at T1. Low-cost at T3.
How do I get from Narita to Tokyo?
Narita Express train: ¥3,000 to Tokyo Station, 60 min. Keisei Skyliner: ¥2,500 to Ueno, 40 min. Bus to hotels: ¥3,000–4,000, 90 min. Taxi: ¥20,000+, 60–90 min.
Is NRT or HND better for first-time visitors?
HND is closer to Tokyo (15 km vs 75 km) and easier to reach. But NRT has more international long-haul. If you have a choice, HND is more convenient — both have efficient trains.
Official sources
The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Narita International Airport official site below.
- narita-airport.jp — Official Narita International Airport website (terminal maps, parking, ground transport).
- Wikipedia: Narita International Airport — Editorial overview, history, statistics.
- FlightRadar24: NRT live data — Live flight arrivals, departures, and delays.
- gov.uk travel advice — Up-to-date entry requirements and security guidance for Japan.