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Tokyo Haneda Airport vs Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Detailed comparison of HND and MEL on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) at 8.1/10.
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.
Melbourne, Australia · MEL · #2 in this comparison
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) scores 8.1/10 (Excellent)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.0),
passenger experience (8.1), and facilities (8.3).
Lounge quality rates 8.6/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Melbourne MEL scores 8.1/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.6/10. Qantas Business Lounge in Terminal 2 international is the premium benchmark. Allow 60+ minutes for arrival biosecurity. See /guides/melbourne-airport-lounge-guide-2026 and /reviews/qantas-first-lounge-sydney-review for Qantas ground product.
FlightLogic Score8.1Excellent
On-time8.0Departure reliability
Experience8.1Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.3Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.6Lounge 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
8.0
Passenger Experience
8.1
Facilities & Comfort
8.3
Lounge score8.6/10
Highlights
Terminal 2 international serves Qantas, Emirates, and oneworld partners
Qantas Business Lounge with Neil Perry-influenced dining — companion to Sydney First Lounge review
UK–Melbourne direct on Qantas and BA; common one-stop via Singapore or Doha
SkyBus to Melbourne CBD in 30–45 minutes
Overview
Australia's second international gateway — Qantas Business and First lounges in Terminal 2 international, strong oneworld hub for UK–Australia routings.
Terminal 2 international and Qantas lounges
Terminal 2 handles international departures for Qantas, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and oneworld partners. Qantas Business Lounge offers buffet and à la carte dining with Australian produce.
Domestic connections require terminal transfer (T2→T1/T3/T4) with re-security — plan 90+ minutes for domestic connections after international arrival.
FAQ
Which is better, Tokyo Haneda Airport or Melbourne Tullamarine Airport?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) at 8.1/10.
Which has better lounges, HND or MEL?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher for lounges at 8.9/10, versus Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at 8.6/10.
Which airport is more on-time, HND or MEL?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) has stronger on-time performance at 9.2/10 versus Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) at 8.0/10.
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