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Tokyo Haneda Airport vs Los Angeles International Airport
Detailed comparison of HND and LAX on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at 7.0/10.
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.
Los Angeles, United States · LAX · #2 in this comparison
9 terminals (Tom Bradley International + T1–T8) · 75M+ passengers/year
7.0/ 10
How good is Los Angeles International Airport?
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) scores 7.0/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.9),
passenger experience (6.8), and facilities (7.5).
Lounge quality rates 8.0/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Los Angeles LAX is rated 7.0/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.0/10. Most long-haul UK and Asia routes use Tom Bradley International (TBIT) with alliance and airline lounges. Terminal-specific access applies — allow 2+ hours for international departures. The LAX People Mover connects terminals landside.
FlightLogic Score7.0Very Good
On-time6.9Departure reliability
Experience6.8Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.5Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.0Lounge 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
6.9
Passenger Experience
6.8
Facilities & Comfort
7.5
Lounge score8.0/10
Highlights
Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B) consolidates most international departures and premium lounges
Star Alliance, Oneworld, and SkyTeam each operate large alliance lounges in TBIT
LAX People Mover (automated train) links terminals landside — plan time for terminal changes
Strong Asia-Pacific and transatlantic connectivity; congestion peaks on Sunday evening international banks
Overview
West Coast US gateway with the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) hosting most long-haul lounges and ongoing terminal modernisation.
Tom Bradley and international lounges
Most UK and long-haul passengers use Tom Bradley International Terminal, where Star Alliance, Oneworld, and SkyTeam operate large shared lounges plus airline-specific clubs (Qantas, Cathay Pacific partner access via Oneworld, etc.).
Amex Centurion Lounge at LAX is in the international terminal area — verify terminal assignment on your ticket before planning lounge time.
FAQ
Which is better, Tokyo Haneda Airport or Los Angeles International Airport?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at 7.0/10.
Which has better lounges, HND or LAX?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher for lounges at 8.9/10, versus Los Angeles International Airport at 8.0/10.
Which airport is more on-time, HND or LAX?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) has stronger on-time performance at 9.2/10 versus Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) at 6.9/10.
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