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Tokyo Haneda Airport vs Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Detailed comparison of HND and ORD on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) at 7.4/10.
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.
Chicago, United States · ORD · #2 in this comparison
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) scores 7.4/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.0),
passenger experience (7.2), and facilities (7.8).
Lounge quality rates 8.0/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Chicago O'Hare (ORD) scores 7.4/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.0/10. All international flights depart Terminal 5 — alliance lounges serve Star Alliance and oneworld partners. United Polaris is in Terminal 1 only. See /guides/ord-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.4Very Good
On-time7.0Departure reliability
Experience7.2Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.8Food, 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
7.0
Passenger Experience
7.2
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score8.0/10
Highlights
Terminal 5 handles all international departures — Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam alliance lounges
United Polaris Lounge in Terminal 1 for United long-haul business class — not reachable airside from T5
Common connection point for UK–US domestic and UK–Asia routings via United and American
ORD people mover links terminals landside — plan 60+ minutes for terminal changes
Overview
United Airlines and American Airlines mega-hub — Terminal 5 international departures with Star Alliance and oneworld lounges for transatlantic connections.
Terminal 5 international hub
Terminal 5 consolidates international departures with Swissport-operated alliance lounges for Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam. United and American domestic connections require landside terminal transfer and re-security.
UK travellers connecting to US domestic flights should allow 2+ hours minimum for immigration, baggage reclaim if not interlined, and re-check.
FAQ
Which is better, Tokyo Haneda Airport or Chicago O'Hare International Airport?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher overall at 9.0/10 versus Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) at 7.4/10.
Which has better lounges, HND or ORD?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) scores higher for lounges at 8.9/10, versus Chicago O'Hare International Airport at 8.0/10.
Which airport is more on-time, HND or ORD?
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) has stronger on-time performance at 9.2/10 versus Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) at 7.0/10.
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