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Verdict

Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Dubai International Airport (DXB) at 8.4/10. Dubai International Airport leads on lounges at 9.2/10.

Score comparison

Metric Tokyo Haneda Airport Dubai International Airport
FlightLogic Score 9.0 8.4
On-Time Performance 9.2 8.0
Passenger Experience 9.0 8.2
Facilities & Comfort 9.1 8.9
Lounge Score 8.9 9.2
City Tokyo Dubai
Country Japan UAE
Terminals 3 terminals (T1 domestic JAL, T2 domestic ANA, T3 international) 3 terminals
Annual passengers 85M+ 87M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy HND — Tokyo DXB — Dubai
Rail / public transport Red Line metro to T1/T3; taxi and ride-hail all terminals
To city centre ~20–35 min to Downtown Dubai by metro/taxi
Lounge day pass Emirates Business lounge for eligible tickets; Marhaba paid lounges ~AED 250
Min. connection time 60–90 min T3 Emirates connections; longer at peak banks
Primary hub carriers Emirates (T3 exclusive), flydubai (T3)

Detailed profiles

Tokyo, Japan · HND · #1 in this comparison

Tokyo Haneda Airport

3 terminals (T1 domestic JAL, T2 domestic ANA, T3 international) · 85M+ passengers/year

9.0 / 10

How good is Tokyo Haneda Airport?

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 Score 9.0 Exceptional
On-time 9.2 Departure reliability
Experience 9.0 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 9.1 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.9 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic 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 score 8.9/10

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.

Dubai, UAE · DXB · #2 in this comparison

Dubai International Airport

3 terminals · 87M+ passengers/year

8.4 / 10

How good is Dubai International Airport?

Dubai International Airport (DXB) scores 8.4/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.0), passenger experience (8.2), and facilities (8.9). Lounge quality rates 9.2/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Dubai International (DXB) is Emirates' hub, rated 8.4/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 9.2/10. Terminal 3 is Emirates-only with world-class First and Business lounges. Ideal for Europe-Asia-Africa connections. Can be crowded at peak hours — allow 90+ minutes for connections. Not to be confused with Dubai World Central (DWC).

FlightLogic Score 8.4 Excellent
On-time 8.0 Departure reliability
Experience 8.2 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.9 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 9.2 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic 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
8.0
Passenger Experience
8.2
Facilities & Comfort
8.9
Lounge score 9.2/10

Highlights

  • Terminal 3 is Emirates' exclusive terminal — the world's largest airline terminal building by floor area
  • Emirates First and Business Class lounges with a la carte dining, spa, and Moët & Chandon bar
  • Dedicated A380 gates with double-decker boarding bridges — DXB handles more A380 movements than any airport
  • Dubai scores 8.4/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 9.2/10; 87M+ passengers annually

Overview

Emirates' mega-hub with A380 gates, extensive lounges, and 24/7 operations.

Terminal 3 and Emirates lounges

Terminal 3 is used exclusively by Emirates and flydubai, featuring dedicated A380 gates with double-decker boarding bridges. The Emirates Business Class lounge spans the entire concourse length with buffet dining, a la carte options, spa treatments, and a Moët & Chandon champagne bar.

Emirates First Class lounge includes a la carte dining by Moët, private seating, and spa services. First Class passengers on partner airlines do not access Emirates lounges unless holding eligible status.

Connecting at Dubai

DXB is one of the world's busiest international hubs with 87M+ passengers annually. Connections are generally efficient within Terminal 3 for Emirates-only itineraries, but the airport can feel crowded during midnight bank departure peaks.

Compare DXB against DOH (Hamad) and AUH (Abu Dhabi) for Gulf hub routing — Emirates has the largest network; Qatar offers better business class product; Etihad is smaller but premium-focused.

FAQ

Which is better, Tokyo Haneda Airport or Dubai International Airport?

Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Dubai International Airport (DXB) at 8.4/10. Dubai International Airport leads on lounges at 9.2/10.

Which has better lounges, HND or DXB?

Dubai International Airport (DXB) scores higher for lounges at 9.2/10, versus Tokyo Haneda Airport at 8.9/10.

Which airport is more on-time, HND or DXB?

Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) has stronger on-time performance at 9.2/10 versus Dubai International Airport (DXB) at 8.0/10.