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'''[https://www.narita-airport.jp/en/ Narita International Airport]''' (成田国際空港 ''Narita Kokusai Kūkō'') ({{IATA|NRT}}) is the primary international airport serving [[Tokyo]], in [[Japan]].
==Understand==
The airport is in [[Narita]], nearly 70
Narita should not be confused with [[Tokyo Haneda Airport|Tokyo International Airport]] (Haneda), which is much closer to downtown Tokyo, and
==Flights==
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The airport has three terminals connected by train and bus.
* '''Terminal 1''' houses All Nippon Airways (ANA) and most other airlines in the Star Alliance in the South Wing, while most Skyteam carriers (Air France, China Southern, Delta, KLM, Korean Air) operate from the North Wing.
* '''Terminal 2''' serves Japan Airlines (JAL) and most other Oneworld airlines (e.g. American, British Airways, Finnair, Qantas).
* '''Terminal 3''', opened April 2014, serves most, but not all, domestic and international low-cost carriers: Jetstar, Spring Japan, Jeju
Check the airport's website just prior to your departure to determine at which terminal you will arrive. On the way to the airport, there are also lists (in English) posted near the doors of trains going to Narita.
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==Ground transportation==
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'''Narita to Tokyo in a nutshell'''<br>{{Naritaaccess}}
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===By rail &
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There are '''three train lines''' from Narita and all will get you into [[Tokyo]]. If coming to the airport, the terminals have their own stations and it is imperative that you get off at the right one. The stations are clearly marked in English: {{marker|type=go|name=Narita Airport Terminal 1 Station|wikidata=Q906732}} and {{marker|type=go|name=Narita Airport Terminal 2·3 Station|wikidata=Q841454}}. The stops are referred to in Japanese as
The two premier reserved-seat train services that operate out of Narita Airport are the '''Skyliner''' and the '''Narita Express'''. As a general rule of thumb, Skyliner trains offer the fastest ride into Tokyo (36 minutes), while Narita Express trains offer direct one-seat connections to the bullet trains and most of Tokyo's major train stations, albeit at a slower pace (61 minutes).
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If you are on a budget and plan to use any of the various commuter train services that run out of Narita Airport, using a '''stored fare card''' (Suica or PASMO) will prove to be convenient.
Smoking is prohibited on
===JR line===
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From Narita Airport, arguably the most convenient train service into Tokyo is the Japan Railways (JR) [
The N'EX is '''free''' for users of a [[Rail travel in Japan|Japan Rail Pass]] or JR East Pass. Seats can be reserved when you
After the Tokyo stop,
====Non-express trains====
JR also operates Rapid trains on the Sobu/Narita line, leaving once per hour and stopping at various points along the way, including [[Chiba]]. These are normal, non-smoking commuter trains and often get crowded during rush hour, especially if you are boarding in Yokohama or Tokyo. From Narita Airport to Tokyo, the trip is approximately 82 minutes for ¥1,
===Keisei Railway===
The private '''Keisei''' (京成) Railway offers trains to central and southern Tokyo, as well as direct commuter trains to [[Tokyo Haneda Airport|Haneda]] airport. Keisei trains run on two routes: the faster, more-direct '''Narita Sky Access Line''' and the slower, less-direct '''Keisei Main Line'''. The two lines branch off separately between Narita Airport and Takasago Station. Both lines reach Tokyo's Keisei Ueno and Nippori stations. Nippori offers the easiest connection to the JR Yamanote and Joban Lines, and to the Nippori-Toneri Liner for Tokyo's Adachi Ward. At Keisei Ueno you can walk over to JR Ueno station in 4 minutes to connect to the JR Yamanote, Tohoku and Takasaki lines and northbound Shinkansen trains, as well as the Ginza and Hanzomon subway lines.
Because the Sky Access and Keisei Main Lines operate on different fare structures, separate ticket gates and platforms are used at Narita Airport's two train stations. Sky Access Line passengers only have to pass through one ticket gate, while Keisei Main Line passengers must pass through two ticket gates. Taking a train through the Sky Access route between the Airport and Nippori/Ueno is ¥1,
====Sky Access Line====
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{{infobox|Heading to Nippori or Ueno by Keisei commuter train?|* If you are taking a '''Sky Access Line''' Access Express train that does not go directly to Ueno, change trains at '''Aoto''' station.
Keisei's premier service is the '''[http://www.keisei.co.jp/keisei/tetudou/skyliner/us/index.html Skyliner]''', which operates on the Sky Access Line 2-3 times per hour. The '''Skyliner''' is the fastest train connecting Narita Airport to Tokyo, with trains running into and out of Keisei Ueno and Nippori stations. The new Skyliner trains offer comfortable seating and a maximum speed of 160 km/h (100 mph). The full run from Terminal 1 to Ueno takes 44 minutes, with the train traveling nonstop between Nippori and Terminal 2·3 in 36 minutes. All seats are reserved and the regular fare is ¥2,470 each way, though foreign tourists can take advantage of a discount using the '''[http://www.keisei.co.jp/keisei/tetudou/skyliner/e-ticket/en/ticket/91/ Skyliner eTicket]'''. Using this service you can purchase Skyliner ticket vouchers in advance for only ¥2,200, and print your vouchers to be exchanged for tickets in Japan at a manned Keisei or Skyliner ticket counter. When exchanging your voucher you must present your passport and will be asked for your desired departure time.▼
* If you are taking a '''Keisei Main Line''' train that does not go directly to Ueno, you'll most likely need to change at '''Keisei-Narita''' (the first station after leaving the airport). Otherwise, change at '''Aoto'''.
All transfers at '''Aoto''' are conveniently across the platform, with trains often timed to arrive simultaneously or with a minimal wait.}}
The budget option along the Sky Access Line is the commuter train service known as Access Express, or Access Tokkyu (アクセス特急). Access Tokkyu trains depart every 40 minutes, and most daytime trains run into the Toei Asakusa Subway Line. Making limited stops, the Access Tokkyu offers the best ride to [[Tokyo/Asakusa|Asakusa]] (65 minutes, ¥1,280) and Nihombashi (70 minutes, ¥1,320). Shimbashi (75 minutes, ¥1,320) puts you within easy reach of the Yurikamome light rail line to [[Tokyo/Odaiba|Odaiba]]. A change of trains at Nihombashi will allow you to make a quick hop into the Ginza district (Higashi-Ginza Station, 80 minutes, ¥1,320). Many services also continue onto the Keikyu Line for [[Tokyo/Shinagawa|Shinagawa]] (85 minutes, ¥1,510) and [[Tokyo Haneda Airport|Haneda]] Airport (105 minutes, ¥1,790).▼
▲Keisei's premier service is the '''[
▲The budget option along the Sky Access Line is the commuter train service known as Access Express, or Access Tokkyu (アクセス特急). Access Tokkyu trains depart every 40 minutes, and most daytime trains run into the Toei Asakusa Subway Line. Making limited stops, the Access Tokkyu offers the best ride to [[Tokyo/Asakusa|Asakusa]] (
From the Access Tokkyu trains you can transfer at Imba-Nihon-Idai station
The '''[
====Keisei Main Line====
Regular
From the Keisei Main Line you have the option of transferring at Funabashi station to the '''JR Chūō-Sobu line''' or at Katsutadai station to the Tōyō Rapid with through service to the '''Tōzai subway line''', both of which go right through the middle of Tokyo. The Chūō-Sobu line goes through [[Tokyo/Akihabara|Akihabara]], [[Tokyo/Chiyoda|Ochanomizu]], Yotsuya and [[Tokyo/Shinjuku|Shinjuku]] and facilitates an easy transfer to the regular JR Chūō express, which goes as far west as Tachikawa, Ōme, Takao and other destinations beyond. The Tōzai line takes a slight southern approach with stops including Kiba, [[Tokyo/Chuo|Nihonbashi]], [[Tokyo/Bunkyo|Iidabashi]] and [[Tokyo/Shinjuku|Takadanobaba]].
Note that none of the subway or elevated lines are specifically prepared for travelers with big luggage and tend to get crowded once inside the Yamanote ring; the exchanges at Katsutadai and Funabashi are usually rather pleasant though.
[[Image:Limousinebus_252-20650RU_Gala-2nd.jpg|thumb|300px|Airport Limousine Bus heading from Narita Airport to Haneda Airport]]▼
===By bus===
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====Airport Limousine Bus====
▲[[Image:Limousinebus_252-20650RU_Gala-2nd.jpg|thumb|300px|Airport Limousine Bus heading from Narita Airport to Haneda Airport]]
There is a network of '''[http://www.limousinebus.co.jp/en/ Airport Limousine]'''
The Airport Limousine's flagship service is to/from the '''[http://www.tcat-hakozaki.co.jp/eng/ Tokyo City Air Terminal (T-CAT)]''' in Hakozaki section of Tokyo's Chuo Ward. There are approximately 4-5 departures per hour, and travel times are usually (but not always) one hour since the buses can access T-CAT from several highways. The regular fare is ¥2800, but foreign tourists can purchase tickets for only ¥1900 by asking for the "T-CAT Special". T-CAT is directly connected to the Hanzomon Line of the Tokyo Metro subway, which runs to Shibuya and to Tokyo SkyTree with plenty of other connections in between. A taxi can bring you from T-CAT to Tokyo Station for about ¥1000.▼
Airport Limousine buses allow two pieces of luggage per passenger in the hold, each weighing a maximum of 30 kg.▼
▲The Airport Limousine's flagship service is to/from the '''[
▲Airport Limousine buses allow two pieces of luggage per passenger in the hold, each weighing a maximum of 30
====Airport Bus TYO-NRT====
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The '''[https://tyo-nrt.com/en Airport Bus TYO-NRT]''' (abbreviations for Tokyo and Narita, respectively) is a '''low-cost bus''' operated by several bus companies between Tokyo Station and Narita Airport, with one-way trips costing just ¥1300. Trips are advertised at 70 min, but again are subject to potential traffic jams. At Tokyo Station, buses discharge at the Nihombashi Exit and pick up at the bus terminal outside the Yaesu South Exit. Some buses also run to and from Ginza (Sukiyabashi crossing, near Ginza Station Exit C7 of Tokyo Metro) and Shinonome (across from the AEON Mall, a 15 min walk from Toyosu Station on the subway and Yurikamome Line).
====To/from [[Yokohama]]====
In nearby Yokohama there is
===By taxi===
A taxi to central Tokyo is ''extremely'' expensive - a trip from Narita to Tokyo Station will run approximately ¥
Flat fare taxi cabs to Tokyo
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Keisei also offers a '''[http://www.keisei.co.jp/keisei/tetudou/skyliner/us/value_ticket/teitotaxi.php Skyliner & Taxi Ticket]''' that combines a one-way trip on the ''Skyliner'' train with a taxi ride from Keisei Ueno station to any destination within 11 wards in Tokyo. The taxi will pass two or three of Tokyo's major attractions on the way to your destination. The fare is ¥
Remember that licensed cabs in Japan have green license plates. Unlicensed cabs will have standard white or yellow license plates and should be avoided.
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===Lounges===
*'''Japan Airlines''' has its flagship lounge in Terminal 2, which is accessible to those travelling on full-fare Economy, Premium Economy, Business or First class, as well as those with JAL frequent flyer status of sapphire or higher. Also accessible to travellers on other OneWorld airlines in Business or First Class, as well as those with OneWorld sapphire status or higher. Has a separate section exclusively for First class passengers. Hot food and alcohol, including sake are provided in the lounge.
*'''All Nippon Airways''' has two lounges in Terminal 1, which is accessible to those travelling on Premium Economy, Business or First class, as well as those with Platinum status or higher on ANA's frequent flyer programme. Also accessible to those travelling in Business or First class on other Star Alliance airlines, as well as those with Star Alliance gold status. Both lounges have a separate section exclusively for First class passengers. Hot food and alcohol, including sake, are served in the lounge. Also features a noodle bar where you can order rice and noodle dishes, including their signature chicken curry rice.
*'''Korean Airlines''' lounge at the Satellite 2 building of Terminal 1 accepts Priority Pass members.
*Several independent lounges also exist in the airport
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==Eat and drink==
Narita has a
For that last-minute sushi fix, [https://www.narita-airport.jp/en/shops/detail/t1cb04_t000fw Tsukiji Sushi Iwa] (T1) and [http://www.narita-airport.jp/en/shops/rest_shop/rest/floor_list/detail/t2mn04_t0004h.html Ganso] (T2), both before security, are quite respectable.
==Buy==
Once you have arrived at Narita, you can access cash machines operated by Japan Post, 7-Eleven and AEON that accept international ATM cards and credit cards.
Most visitors with a Maestro EMV ATM chip card (i.e. IC, chip-and-pin) can only use the 7-Eleven and AEON machines.
When departing Narita, the better shops and restaurants are in the check-in area: after passing security and immigration, all that's really available is expensive duty-free and some convenience store sundries. But remember that Japan restricts liquids in carry-on baggage, and plan to buy drinks for the plane after security.
As '''T-3 terminal''' is served by budget airlines, you may find '''good currency exchange rates''' here. There are few exchange stores right after passing through customs.
<u>Tip</u>: Departing passengers usually leave umbrellas near the garbage bins at the airport entrance. If you've just arrived and it's rainy season in Tokyo feel free to pick one up for yourself.
==Connect==
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If you're at Narita for a connecting flight, you may wish to use the dayrooms and showers inside the terminal, past security. Dayrooms are paid for by the hour; ¥1000 for the first hour and ¥500 for each additional hour. The dayroom consists of a bed and a bathroom with a shower. It's a great way to refresh yourself before your next flight. If you just want to take a shower, you can get a shower room for ¥500 for a half hour. Soap and shampoo are provided, but not things like toothbrushes, toothpaste, shavers, and deodorant, so bring them in your carry-on with your change of clothes. Twin dayrooms are available for ¥1600 for the first hour and ¥800 for each additional hour. Dayroom reservations can be made up to a month in advance.
Narita is ''not'' a 24-hour airport, and is closed between
===Hotels===
For early departures or late arrivals it is convenient to have a hotel close to the airport. Some of them provide free shuttle from/to the airport. The town of [[Narita]], only 10 min from the airport, offers much better value for your money than the airport hotels.
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