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Verdict

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) scores higher overall at 8.2/10 versus Bristol Airport (BRS) at 7.0/10.

Score comparison

Metric Tokyo Narita International Airport Bristol Airport
FlightLogic Score 8.2 7.0
On-Time Performance 8.4 6.8
Passenger Experience 8.1 6.9
Facilities & Comfort 8.2 7.3
Lounge Score 8.6 6.8
City Tokyo Bristol
Country Japan United Kingdom
Terminals 3 terminals (T1, T2, T3) 1 main terminal
Annual passengers 33M+ 10M+

Operational comparison

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

Policy NRT — Tokyo BRS — Bristol
Rail / public transport
To city centre
Lounge day pass
Min. connection time
Primary hub carriers

Detailed profiles

Tokyo, Japan · NRT · #1 in this comparison

Tokyo Narita International Airport

3 terminals (T1, T2, T3) · 33M+ passengers/year

8.2 / 10

How good is Tokyo Narita International Airport?

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) scores 8.2/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.4), passenger experience (8.1), and facilities (8.2). Lounge quality rates 8.6/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Tokyo Narita (NRT) is rated 8.2/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.6/10. JAL lounges in Terminal 2 and ANA in Terminal 1 serve premium passengers. Allow 60–90 minutes by train to central Tokyo. UK travellers often choose Haneda for city access; Narita for specific carrier schedules. See /guides/narita-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 8.2 Excellent
On-time 8.4 Departure reliability
Experience 8.1 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.2 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.6 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
8.4
Passenger Experience
8.1
Facilities & Comfort
8.2
Lounge score 8.6/10

Highlights

  • Terminal 1 serves Star Alliance (ANA); Terminal 2 serves oneworld (JAL) — verify terminal on your ticket
  • JAL First Lounge and ANA Suite Lounge among Japan's best airline clubs
  • N'EX Narita Express reaches Tokyo Station in ~60 minutes — reliable for UK arrivals
  • Haneda vs Narita: NRT scores 8.2/10 overall but Haneda wins on city proximity (see /airports/haneda)

Overview

Tokyo's legacy international hub — JAL and ANA premium lounges, strong on-time performance, and 60–90 minute train ride to central Tokyo versus Haneda's 15–30 minutes.

JAL and ANA lounge access

Japan Airlines operates Sakura and First lounges in Terminal 2 for oneworld passengers. ANA Suite and Business lounges in Terminal 1 serve Star Alliance premium passengers. Terminal 3 handles LCCs separately.

Inter-terminal transfers require landside bus or train — not airside. Connections between JAL and ANA metal require immigration and re-security unless on a protected interline.

Bristol, United Kingdom · BRS · #2 in this comparison

Bristol Airport

1 main terminal · 10M+ passengers/year

7.0 / 10

How good is Bristol Airport?

Bristol Airport (BRS) scores 7.0/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.8), passenger experience (6.9), and facilities (7.3). Lounge quality rates 6.8/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Bristol BRS scores 7.0/10 on FlightLogic — South West gateway. Aspire Lounge for Priority Pass. Bus to Bristol Temple Meads ~30 min. UK261 covers all departures. See /guides/bristol-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.0 Very Good
On-time 6.8 Departure reliability
Experience 6.9 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.3 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 6.8 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
6.8
Passenger Experience
6.9
Facilities & Comfort
7.3
Lounge score 6.8/10

Highlights

  • South West England's busiest airport — serves Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, and South Wales without London positioning
  • easyJet and Ryanair base with dense Europe and Mediterranean leisure network
  • Aspire Lounge accepts Priority Pass — pre-book recommended at peak banks
  • UK261 applies to all BRS departures including Ryanair and easyJet

Overview

South West England's primary airport — single-terminal design, Aspire Lounge for Priority Pass, and dense easyJet and Ryanair network for Cornwall, Devon, and Wales.

South West regional hub

Bristol is the primary airport for South West England and South Wales, avoiding the M4/M5 drive to Heathrow or Gatwick for leisure routes. easyJet and Ryanair operate the majority of schedules with Jet2 and TUI package holiday traffic in summer.

Compare BHX (/airports/birmingham) for Midlands travellers and EXT for Devon-only routes — Bristol wins on route breadth and lounge access.

Ground transport

Flyer bus services run to Bristol Temple Meads station (~30 min) and Bristol Bus Station. Taxis and Uber operate from signed landside pick-up zones. On-site parking is available but pre-book at peak summer banks.

No direct rail link — bus is the primary public transport option. Factor bus time when comparing BRS against Cardiff or Birmingham for your origin.

FAQ

Which is better, Tokyo Narita International Airport or Bristol Airport?

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) scores higher overall at 8.2/10 versus Bristol Airport (BRS) at 7.0/10.

Which has better lounges, NRT or BRS?

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) scores higher for lounges at 8.6/10, versus Bristol Airport at 6.8/10.

Which airport is more on-time, NRT or BRS?

Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) has stronger on-time performance at 8.4/10 versus Bristol Airport (BRS) at 6.8/10.