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Tokyo Haneda Airport vs Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Detailed comparison of HND and BKK on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) at 8.5/10.
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores 9.0/10 (Exceptional)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (9.2),
passenger experience (9.0), and facilities (9.1).
Lounge quality rates 8.9/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Tokyo Haneda (HND) is rated 9.0/10 on FlightLogic — preferred over Narita for UK–Tokyo trips due to proximity to the city and 9.2/10 on-time score. International flights use Terminal 3 with JAL, ANA, and alliance lounges. Lounge score 8.9/10.
FlightLogic Score9.0Exceptional
On-time9.2Departure reliability
Experience9.0Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities9.1Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.9Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
9.2
Passenger Experience
9.0
Facilities & Comfort
9.1
Lounge score8.9/10
Highlights
Terminal 3 handles international flights — JAL Sakura and ANA lounges plus Star Alliance and Oneworld partner clubs
15–30 minutes by train to central Tokyo — preferred over Narita for business trips
Among the world's best on-time scores (9.2/10) on FlightLogic
Edo Market street-food hall and Japanese retail in T3 — strong facilities score 9.1/10
Overview
Tokyo's preferred international airport — closer to the city than Narita, with JAL and ANA premium lounges and exceptional on-time performance.
Terminal 3 international
Terminal 3 opened as Haneda's international hub with JAL First Lounge, ANA Suite Lounge, and partner lounges for Star Alliance and Oneworld.
UK travellers increasingly route via Haneda rather than Narita for same-day Tokyo meetings — Monorail or Keikyu Line reach central Tokyo in under 30 minutes.
1 main terminal + satellite concourses · 60M+ passengers/year
8.5/ 10
How good is Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport?
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) scores 8.5/10 (Excellent)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.3),
passenger experience (8.4), and facilities (8.8).
Lounge quality rates 8.8/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) is rated 8.5/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.8/10. Thai Airways Royal Silk lounges serve business class and Star Alliance Gold on long-haul departures. Most UK–Asia connections stay airside — allow 90+ minutes for intercontinental transfers. See /guides/bkk-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score8.5Excellent
On-time8.3Departure reliability
Experience8.4Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.8Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.8Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
8.3
Passenger Experience
8.4
Facilities & Comfort
8.8
Lounge score8.8/10
Highlights
Thai Airways Royal Silk and Royal Orchid lounges in the main terminal — among Southeast Asia's strongest full-service ground products
Efficient airside connections for Star Alliance and oneworld partners routing UK–Australia via Bangkok
Satellite concourses linked by automated train — most gates reachable within 15–25 minutes airside
FlightLogic lounge score 8.8/10 — competitive with Kuala Lumpur and Singapore for premium ground product
Overview
Thailand's primary international gateway — Thai Airways Royal Silk lounges, EVA and Star Alliance partners, and strong Southeast Asia connectivity for UK–Asia routings.
Thai Airways lounges and partner access
Royal Silk lounges in the main terminal serve Thai Airways business class and Star Alliance Gold members on international departures. Royal Orchid Spa offers massage treatments for premium passengers. EVA Air, Singapore Airlines, and other Star Alliance partners may use Thai lounges on qualifying itineraries.
Priority Pass and Plaza Premium lounges provide paid alternatives for economy passengers with lounge cards. Cathay Pacific and oneworld partners typically use their own contracted lounges or Thai Royal Silk on partner metal.
UK traveller notes
Bangkok is a common one-stop routing for UK–Australia, UK–Japan, and UK–Southeast Asia itineraries on Thai Airways, EVA, and Qantas codeshares. Immigration is required only if you leave the transit area.
Grab and Bolt operate from landside arrivals — allow 30–45 minutes from gate to city hotel during peak traffic. Pair with our BKK lounge guide for terminal navigation.
FAQ
Which is better, Tokyo Haneda Airport or Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) at 8.5/10.
Which has better lounges, HND or BKK?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher for lounges at 8.9/10, versus Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport at 8.8/10.
Which airport is more on-time, HND or BKK?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) has stronger on-time performance at 9.2/10 versus Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) at 8.3/10.
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