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Is an hour layover in Narita Airport enough time for connecting flights?
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Marjolei
It’s a big airport. Can you find out if the arriving and departing flight are from the same terminal ? Will they be booked on one ticket ?
Scott
Thanks! I'm guessing it's a little too early for terminals to be assigned. It should be booked on one ticket, though.
Marjolei
Scott if you are looking at a certain flight (United maybe ?) you can look at their current flights for that destination to try and figure it out
Taunia
Marjolei likely hood is slim as arriving in domestic terminal and departing from international terminal and they are a fair distance apart depending what gate the domestic flight lands. YVR is a gong show most days. 1 hour in Vancouver is doable provided your flight from YYC is on time. Can’t speak for the other one.
Marjolei
Taunia sorry, I was actually referring to Narita, not Vancouver.
Taunia
Marjolei oh I see, it is a big airport but would they not do the same, domestic /international terminals? Or is it different there? Arriving and departing in o e terminal would make it so much easier lol.
Shane
Hmmm…we were looking at this same itinerary. Narita shouldn’t be a problem, arriving and departing from the same terminal. I would have issues with the 1 hour in Vancouver…arriving domestic, departing international.
Ann
Shane We often fly Calgary, Vancouver, Narita - one hour between Van and Narita is tight. You do want to miss that connection.
Ann
I meant "do not" want to miss your Van to Narita flight
Alfredo
I don't know about Narita airport but last time I was in Vancouver airport after we landed, we were on the plane waiting for a gate for 25 min. It hink having 1 hour between flights is a high risk
Ann
My experience with Calgary, Vancouver, Narita airport is that if all of your flights are on one ticket then they hold the next connecting flight for your arrival in Narita, get you off the Van-Narita flight first or rebook you onto the next flight from Narita to your destination
Nicole
It is so efficient. It’s not the airport I’d be worried about it’s the arrival flight being on time.
Cindy
I wasn’t connecting, but took me an hour and a half to get through Narita due to long lineups.
Last year my son had the Vancouver flight leave late for Japan as they waited on other late planes to arrive. I’m guessing because it’s not a daily flight. Missed his connection for Thailand so air canada put him up for the night in Narita
Scott
I'm most concerned about missing a day in Thailand, so I think I'll opt for the longer layovers. Thanks!
Floyd
I had a 1 hour and 5 minute layover in Narita and air canada was late taking off in Vancouver and about 50 of us missed our connection to Bangkok and were delayed 24 hours in Tokyo. I’d book a longer layover if possible.
Mai
Most of my air canada flights were like that from Narita to Bangkok. I fly to Bangkok almost once a year. I lost my luggage once after Covid because the flight was very delayed, and we had to wait forever to get the stroller before going through the gate again. If you have no kids, I think you will be okay.
Carolyn
Can’t answer your question as I did a stopover in Japan so didn’t have to connect right away… but if you have some time stop at the Royce chocolate store at the Narita airport. It’s expensive but so good. It’s all good but the green box (champagne) is probably one of my favorites.
Vella
Narita is a huge airport. Even with your booking under one ticket which means your luggage will be tagged direct to BKK, one hour is cutting it really close. It does not even account for delayed flights out of Vancouver. I would not risk it personally.
A.I. says...
Navigating Narita Airport: Is One Hour Enough for Connections?
If you're planning a trip to Thailand in January and your flight itinerary includes a connection at Narita Airport in Japan, you might be wondering if an hour is enough time to make your next flight. As someone who has experienced the rush of tight connections at other airports, I can understand the concern about potentially sprinting through the terminals.
Narita Airport, also known as Tokyo Narita International Airport, is one of the busiest airports in Japan and a major hub for international travel. While the airport is well-organized and efficient, the size and layout can make navigating between gates a bit challenging, especially during peak travel times.
Based on my experience and research, an hour for a connection at Narita Airport can be cutting it close, but it is generally considered doable as long as everything goes smoothly. Here are a few factors to consider:
- Flight Arrival and Departure Terminals: Narita Airport has two main terminal buildings, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. If your arriving and departing flights are at the same terminal, an hour is more manageable. However, if you need to change terminals, it can be a bit tighter as you'll need to factor in the time required for inter-terminal transfers.
- Immigration and Security Procedures: If you're connecting from an international flight, you'll need to go through immigration and customs procedures, which can add time to your connection, especially during peak hours.
- Walking Distances: Narita Airport is a large facility, and depending on the gate locations, you may need to cover considerable distances on foot or via the inter-terminal train system. This can eat into your connection time.
- Flight Delays: While an hour may seem sufficient if everything goes according to plan, any delays in your arriving flight or unexpected hold-ups can quickly make your connection tight.
If you're concerned about the tight connection, here are a few tips to consider:
- Request assistance from airline staff upon arrival, as they may be able to expedite your connection or provide guidance on the quickest routes.
- Familiarize yourself with the airport layout and terminal maps in advance to plan your route.
- Travel light and avoid checking bags, as this will save time at connections.
- Consider booking a longer layover, if possible, to reduce stress and avoid potential missed connections.
While an hour-long connection at Narita Airport is generally doable, it's always better to err on the side of caution, especially if you're traveling with children, seniors, or have mobility concerns. A longer layover can provide peace of mind and a more relaxed travel experience.
Ultimately, the decision will depend on your personal preferences and comfort level with tight connections. If you're an experienced traveler and comfortable with a little hustle, an hour might be manageable. But if you'd prefer a more leisurely pace, it's worth considering alternative flight options with longer layovers.
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Scott
Hello travellers! Has anyone been to Narita Airport? We're looking at Thailand in January and I noticed a flight that has pretty much an hour between connections in both Vancouver and Narita. In your opinion, is that enough time? We did a short connection like that in Dallas-Ft. Worth once and ended up sprinting. Don't want to repeat that if we don't have to. TIA.