Narita International Airport (NRT) Traveler Essentials
- Terminals
- 3 terminals. Terminal 1 (Star Alliance/others), Terminal 2 (Oneworld/SkyTeam), Terminal 3 (LCCs)
- Distance to city
- 60 km / 60 min by Narita Express (N'EX) to Tokyo Station
Overview
Tokyo's primary international gateway, located 60km east of the city center. Modern, well-organized, with excellent English signage and world-class facilities.
Transport to city center
Narita Express (N'EX) to Tokyo Station: ~60 min, ¥3,070. Limousine Bus: ~90 min, ¥3,200. Keisei Skyliner to Ueno: ~40 min, ¥2,520.
Wi-Fi
Free unlimited WiFi at Narita — connect to 'FreeWiFi-NARITA'; no time limit.
Lounges
Multiple airline lounges in T1 and T2. JAL Sakura Lounge, ANA Lounge, British Airways Lounge.
Security & customs
Foreign visitors are fingerprinted and photographed at immigration; complete the Visit Japan Web QR codes online beforehand to speed customs and immigration. Standard 100ml liquid rules apply at security. Japan strictly bans certain medications and fresh produce — check restrictions, and note Narita is far from the city so plan transfer time.
Travel tips
Buy N'EX tickets in advance for discounts. 24-hour coin lockers available. Dozens of restaurants and shops post-security.