May 1, 2016, 8:38 pm
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Consolidated NRT connection time / logistics
Mar 20, 2018, 8:04 am
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Mar 20, 2018, 8:13 am
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I want to say it's to the left, at least when I've been through it.
As pointed out, sometimes it's a longer line, especially if you're getting off from Biz or front rows, most of whom qualify. I've ducked the ropes the last two times because the regular line was shorter (although that fills in quickly).
FWIW, I made a SIN-NRT-IAD connection (UA 803, but different planes), which was scheduled for a 50 minute turn, without a problem (although wasn't first to board).
As pointed out, sometimes it's a longer line, especially if you're getting off from Biz or front rows, most of whom qualify. I've ducked the ropes the last two times because the regular line was shorter (although that fills in quickly).
FWIW, I made a SIN-NRT-IAD connection (UA 803, but different planes), which was scheduled for a 50 minute turn, without a problem (although wasn't first to board).
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Mar 20, 2018, 10:55 am
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**Always see tons of airport staff with wheelchairs.
Mar 20, 2018, 11:03 am
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but they don't have to comply with putting an agent there
Mar 20, 2018, 1:13 pm
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They are much more discrete than the Intl staff though, for sure.
Mar 21, 2018, 1:11 am
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Is this all under one ticket? I've never done such a tight connection, but I have sometimes seen agents holding signs for connecting flights that may be able to assist you in getting through security and to your gate.
NRT also has a GoldTrack transit security line which might help a little.
NRT also has a GoldTrack transit security line which might help a little.
Mar 25, 2018, 5:29 pm
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Here it is! (The one for transit security above the 30 gates.)
However, it was unclear to me where the gold track was. I thought I was following it, but I wound up in a broad area with three lines, while I could see another cordoning to the left with only one lane, which would seem more likely to be it. Anyway, there were only about ten people in the whole area, so it didn't matter.
However, it was unclear to me where the gold track was. I thought I was following it, but I wound up in a broad area with three lines, while I could see another cordoning to the left with only one lane, which would seem more likely to be it. Anyway, there were only about ten people in the whole area, so it didn't matter.
Jul 27, 2018, 12:24 pm
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I have a question regarding connecting in NRT using 2 different tickets on UA and NH :
I will be in KUL and need to make my way to NRT for my next flight.
My NRT-SFO on UA838 leaves 5:00pm
I have a choice to make :
1) take a red eye the night before on MH to arrive in NRT in the morning and use a airside hotel to nap/sleep, or
2) have faith in taking NH816 the day of departure arriving in NRT at 3:10pm giving me a 1:50 transit time if everything is on time
What would you recommend?
I will be in KUL and need to make my way to NRT for my next flight.
My NRT-SFO on UA838 leaves 5:00pm
I have a choice to make :
1) take a red eye the night before on MH to arrive in NRT in the morning and use a airside hotel to nap/sleep, or
2) have faith in taking NH816 the day of departure arriving in NRT at 3:10pm giving me a 1:50 transit time if everything is on time
What would you recommend?
Jul 27, 2018, 12:46 pm
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I have a question regarding connecting in NRT using 2 different tickets on UA and NH :
I will be in KUL and need to make my way to NRT for my next flight.
My NRT-SFO on UA838 leaves 5:00pm
I have a choice to make :
1) take a red eye the night before on MH to arrive in NRT in the morning and use a airside hotel to nap/sleep, or
2) have faith in taking NH816 the day of departure arriving in NRT at 3:10pm giving me a 1:50 transit time if everything is on time
What would you recommend?
I will be in KUL and need to make my way to NRT for my next flight.
My NRT-SFO on UA838 leaves 5:00pm
I have a choice to make :
1) take a red eye the night before on MH to arrive in NRT in the morning and use a airside hotel to nap/sleep, or
2) have faith in taking NH816 the day of departure arriving in NRT at 3:10pm giving me a 1:50 transit time if everything is on time
What would you recommend?
Since it is Star Alliance to Star Alliance they should be able to transfer your bags.
I was in NRT yesterday and ANA and UA are in the same terminal and I walked from one end to the other within about 30 minutes (and I was walking slowly and looking at some shops, etc.) I found security for international transit very efficient but I had all my BPs. However, it was quite easy to find the connection desks. Note, I was there at 6.30 am so not certain if it may be busier when you arrive.
Also, if you do get them to tag your luggage all the way through ensure you show your luggage tags at the connection desk, irrespective whether you have the BP. I always check the luggage when I interline.
Narita was quite a nice airport and the ANA lounge was great - massage chairs in the quiet area and great curry noodles at the kitchen.
The United Club is great at Narita and for the shower suite they gave me a mini deodorant (first time at a United Club when I have showered).
Jul 27, 2018, 1:07 pm
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I have a question regarding connecting in NRT using 2 different tickets on UA and NH :
I will be in KUL and need to make my way to NRT for my next flight.
My NRT-SFO on UA838 leaves 5:00pm
I have a choice to make :
1) take a red eye the night before on MH to arrive in NRT in the morning and use a airside hotel to nap/sleep, or
2) have faith in taking NH816 the day of departure arriving in NRT at 3:10pm giving me a 1:50 transit time if everything is on time
What would you recommend?
I will be in KUL and need to make my way to NRT for my next flight.
My NRT-SFO on UA838 leaves 5:00pm
I have a choice to make :
1) take a red eye the night before on MH to arrive in NRT in the morning and use a airside hotel to nap/sleep, or
2) have faith in taking NH816 the day of departure arriving in NRT at 3:10pm giving me a 1:50 transit time if everything is on time
What would you recommend?
Jul 27, 2018, 1:10 pm
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But that 5-10-15% of the time when everything isn't on time??? Or weather issues happen, see NRT today.
UA will likely help out if you are delayed but you will be spending a day or two in NRT to have an available seat for you to standby for. Very unlikely UA will accommodate you on another carrier if two separate tickets.
Jul 27, 2018, 4:55 pm
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