Originally Posted by 247traveler

Thank you for the data point. Very reassuring! My LAX-HND flight in the Suite is this coming week, then 4 hr layover before HND-TSA, both NH. Same arrangement as yours (two separate PNR from VS/LM). Wish you and your fiance had been able to enjoy the Suite together! I'm sure you two compared notes. What's the verdict (well, a little unfair given that JAL F has not been updated for a while)?

Originally Posted by sbryans605

Hello,

I'm flying to HND from LHR with ANA (booked via Virgin Atlantic points).

Looking to fly from HND to ITM with ANA or Japan Airlines on a separate ticket on the same day.

How long would you advise for a connection as I'll have to pass immigration, collect baggage and re-check in?

Thanks,

Originally Posted by seigex

ANA MCT for international->domestic is 80 minutes, I would give it at least 2 hours to be safe though. Reports are immigration is back to pre-pandemic speeds, but who knows what will happen when the floodgates open. That said, in the past ANA provided F passengers with a fasttrack, not sure if that's still happening, or if the fasttrack lanes even exist anymore.

Originally Posted by sbryans605

Thank you, I thought the 80 minutes are for those on the same ticket?

Originally Posted by seigex

I don't know if separate tickets will matter unless JAL doesn't let you OLCI for some reason, forcing you to have to hit the ticket counter, ANA should check you all the way through. Either way, single or separate tickets, you'll have to still recheck your bags, so that should already be accounted for in the 80 minute MCT. Moving between the terminals via landside shuttlebuss is 7 minutes (t3-t2) or 10 minutes (t3-t1).

That said, the problem with multiple tickets is you don't get MCT protections if you miss your domestic flight, so the more time you give between flights the better. But 2 hours, should be sufficient given you will be one of the first people off the plane if you don't get hung up at immigration. In the past on ANA redemptions, if I arrived early in the morning, or after 5pm, coming from LAX immigration was always really quick. If you have a bunch of kids with you though, then you might need to add some more time.

Worth noting that going through domestic security is quite efficient and quick, or at least was pre-pandemic.

Inter-terminal shuttlebus schedule: 無料循環バスのご案内 Free shuttle bus information (tokyo-haneda.com)

Originally Posted by seigex

ANA MCT for international->domestic is 80 minutes, I would give it at least 2 hours to be safe though. Reports are immigration is back to pre-pandemic speeds, but who knows what will happen when the floodgates open. That said, in the past ANA provided F passengers with a fasttrack, not sure if that's still happening, or if the fasttrack lanes even exist anymore.

Originally Posted by seigex

I don't know if separate tickets will matter unless JAL doesn't let you OLCI for some reason, forcing you to have to hit the ticket counter, ANA should check you all the way through. Either way, single or separate tickets, you'll have to still recheck your bags, so that should already be accounted for in the 80 minute MCT. Moving between the terminals via landside shuttlebuss is 7 minutes (t3-t2) or 10 minutes (t3-t1). That said, the problem with multiple tickets is you don't get MCT protections if you miss your domestic flight, so the more time you give between flights the better. But 2 hours, should be sufficient given you will be one of the first people off the plane if you don't get hung up at immigration. In the past on ANA redemptions, if I arrived early in the morning, or after 5pm, coming from LAX immigration was always really quick. If you have a bunch of kids with you though, then you might need to add some more time. Worth noting that going through domestic security is quite efficient and quick, or at least was pre-pandemic. Inter-terminal shuttlebus schedule: 無料循環バスのご案内 Free shuttle bus information (tokyo-haneda.com)

Originally Posted by CPH-Flyer

There were first class fast track in Narita, Haneda never offered that.

Originally Posted by listorganizer

I have a couple of long layovers at HND coming up in November (to/from BKK from the US). Now that restrictions are lifting, I'd like to travel into Tokyo for a couple of hours without a tour/guide. I think this was a lot easier to do pre-Covid, so not sure if it'll be as easy even after they relax the restrictions.

Is there a convenient luggage storage area for carry-ons at HND?

Originally Posted by Squeaky111

Wondering a similar thing...hoping to be able to store my carry-on in the JAL J lounge but if not per the HND website they list luggage storage options.

Originally Posted by listorganizer

I have a couple of long layovers at HND coming up in November (to/from BKK from the US). Now that restrictions are lifting, I'd like to travel into Tokyo for a couple of hours without a tour/guide. I think this was a lot easier to do pre-Covid, so not sure if it'll be as easy even after they relax the restrictions.

Is there a convenient luggage storage area for carry-ons at HND?

Originally Posted by kampret

So with the news that restrictions will be relaxed even further in Oct. Does everyone feel they're opening up visa applications again? I will be flying from SFO to CGK with layover in HND. I'd like to extend my layover and spend 1-2 days in Tokyo. The thing is, since I have Indonesian nationality without e-passport, I still need to apply visa to enter Japan. Right now the consulate website says they're still not accepting transit visa, but wondering what happens after they loosen the restriction in Oct. I know I can wait, but I'd really love to book my flight ASAP before price goes up.

Originally Posted by seigex

I've heard someone got a reply back that you can't apply until after 10/11. So hopefully your plans aren't for right after that date.