DL: LAX-NRT-HKG 4.6cpm 675$ 14552 mi
Jul 7, 2014, 12:27 am
#46
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Checking options from other airports to HKG I got to SAT-JFK-NRT-HKG r/t for 852.20 USD, 20346 mi, 4.2 cpm, on DL website, books on V. About 10 dates available in Sept and also a few in Oct for more $ but still <5 cpm.
Jul 8, 2014, 8:58 am
#48
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The fare doesn't allow more than 24 hours.
Easiest way to get a long stopover is to arrive in HND at ~10:30p and depart NRT around 6:30p. This gives you 19 hours. I believe this is the longest stopover, and at least with HND you are already in the city.
Easiest way to get a long stopover is to arrive in HND at ~10:30p and depart NRT around 6:30p. This gives you 19 hours. I believe this is the longest stopover, and at least with HND you are already in the city.
Jul 8, 2014, 12:27 pm
#50
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If you're a seasoned traveler who can navigate public transit well I don't think this is a huge problem for a first time visitor. That being said, 2 places max is spot on if you want a decent amount of time at those places.
Jul 8, 2014, 3:53 pm
#52
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To make it easy, you could get a direct limo bus to and from your hotel (obviously from HND and to NRT) and explore the area around your hotel by the day. But if you are adventurous the Tokyo train system is a destination in and of itself. And it is safe, clean, and people are plenty friendly if you need help.
Jul 10, 2014, 3:19 pm
#53
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I land in HND at 10:30PM and take off from NRT at 6:30PM the next day.
Other than finding good ramen for lunch and sushi for dinner, I am looking for a nice 24HR public bath house to sleep in for the night.
Jul 10, 2014, 4:21 pm
#55
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However, only recommended if you are traveling solo. And also - 5200 yen for women v 4500 yen for men. boo.
Last edited by samwise6222; Jul 10, 2014 at 4:29 pm
Jul 10, 2014, 4:29 pm
#56
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I am doing this stopover (20 Hours). Do you have any recommendations?
I land in HND at 10:30PM and take off from NRT at 6:30PM the next day.
Other than finding good ramen for lunch and sushi for dinner, I am looking for a nice 24HR public bath house to sleep in for the night.
I land in HND at 10:30PM and take off from NRT at 6:30PM the next day.
Other than finding good ramen for lunch and sushi for dinner, I am looking for a nice 24HR public bath house to sleep in for the night.
http://capsuleinn.com/shinjuku/en/
I stay here every time I'm on a solo trip to Tokyo. It is male only, however.
Jul 11, 2014, 11:41 am
#57
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I would hands down do the Shinjuku Kuyakushomae Capsule Hotel. It's easy to find, really clean, and has awesome baths! You can even get some shut eye!
http://capsuleinn.com/shinjuku/en/
I stay here every time I'm on a solo trip to Tokyo. It is male only, however.
http://capsuleinn.com/shinjuku/en/
I stay here every time I'm on a solo trip to Tokyo. It is male only, however.
This area is great for the layover as well because lots of places are open quite late, maybe even 24h here so you can explore on arrival if you feel the urge. I have not had a chance to try the shemale bar in the same building as this bath, but the sign makes a fun photo-op.
Last edited by CPMaverick; Jul 11, 2014 at 12:31 pm
Jul 12, 2014, 5:57 pm
#58
Join Date: Jan 2010
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I booked one of these--my virgin mileage run! The layover in NRT is 1 hr 15 mins.--is that cutting it too close? I realize it depends on whether the flight from LAX arrives on time. Anyone know what the likelihoods are here?
Jul 12, 2014, 6:07 pm
#59
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I gather you are going NRT to HKG? It's all real close so connection time is enough. When are you going? You flying atl-lax-nrt-hkg?
Jul 13, 2014, 11:46 am
#60
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I know the layout at NRT--I just wasn't confident that 1 hr 15 mins. is enough in this case. Needless to say, I will have no checked baggage. (Do I sound like a MR newbie or what!)