Many travelers taking a late-night flight from Narita Airport want to spend that time as comfortably as possible. Since many shops close at night, there are limited places to wait for your flight.

This article introduces facilities open late at Narita Airport, along with transportation options to get there. We’ve also rounded up restaurants open late into the night, so be sure to take a look.

Essential Info for Late-Night Flights: The Basics of Narita Airport

Narita Airport handles roughly 15 million passengers a year across both domestic and international flights.

The airport is well equipped, with numerous shops, restaurants, lounges, and hotels inside.

While Narita Airport is highly convenient, some facilities aren’t available at night.

With that in mind, here’s a rundown of the basics you should know before taking a late-night flight.

Narita Airport’s operating hours

All terminals at Narita Airport can be entered and exited 24 hours a day.

However, please note that most entrances to Terminals 1 and 2 are closed from late night through early morning.

The entrances open 24 hours at each terminal are as follows.

Terminal	Entrance
Terminal 1	Central Entrance C1, 1F
Terminal 2	Central Entrance, 1F
Terminal 3	2F

*Each terminal has a convenience store open 24 hours.

Last flight times at Narita Airport

While the airport itself is open 24 hours, takeoffs and landings are only permitted until midnight (24:00).

Under the current flight schedule, however, the last flight departing Narita Airport leaves at 23:00.

It’s a bit of a distance from central Tokyo

Narita Airport is often used by travelers from the greater Tokyo area, but it’s located about 60 km from central Tokyo.

By train, Tokyo Station to Haneda Airport takes about 30 minutes, while Tokyo Station to Narita Airport takes about an hour.

Narita Airport’s terminals are also spread out — it takes about 15 minutes by bus to get from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3.

Given the distance from central Tokyo and between terminals, be sure to build plenty of buffer time into your schedule when using Narita Airport.

4 Ways to Get to Narita Airport in Time for a Late-Night Flight

Here are four transportation options you can use when catching a late-night flight.

• Train
• Bus
• Taxi
• NearMe

We’ll cover the fares and travel times for each, along with their pros and cons.

Choose the option that best fits your needs, whether that’s keeping costs down or prioritizing comfort.

Train

Here are the approximate fares and travel times for taking the train from Tokyo Station to Narita Airport.

Line	Fare	Travel time
Narita Express	¥3,138	About 55 min
Keisei Skyliner	¥2,766	About 55 min
JR Sobu Line	¥1,342	About 1 hr 30 min

Pros and cons of taking the train:

【Pros】

• Runs on schedule regardless of traffic conditions
• No advance reservation needed

【Cons】

• Carrying large luggage through transfers and onto the train can be a burden

Bus

Here are the fares and travel times for taking the bus from major stations to Narita Airport.

Major station	Fare	Travel time
Tokyo Station	¥1,500	About 1 hr 10 min
Shibuya Station	from ¥2,500	About 1 hr 45 min
Ikebukuro Station	from ¥1,900	About 1 hr 40 min

*Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.

Pros and cons of taking the bus:

【Pros】

• Lower fares
• Can accommodate large groups

【Cons】

• Takes longer to arrive
• May be delayed due to traffic congestion

Taxi

Here are the fares and travel times from major stations to Narita Airport by taxi.

Major station	Fare	Travel time
Tokyo Station	About ¥31,800	About 55 min
Shibuya Station	About ¥33,800	About 1 hr 5 min
Ikebukuro Station	About ¥33,400	About 1 hr 5 min

These fares are for a single passenger. Note that fares and travel times vary depending on the time of day and taxi company.

Pros and cons of taking a taxi:

【Pros】

• Quick door-to-door travel from home to the airport
• Easy to transport even with a lot of luggage

【Cons】

• Expensive

NearMe

NearMe (official site) is an airport transfer service offered by NearMe. It provides comfortable door-to-door transport from your home, hotel, or other specified location straight to Narita Airport.

Here are the fares from each area to Narita Airport.

Major station	Fare	Travel time
Tokyo Station	¥5,980	About 1 hr 10 min
Shibuya Station	¥5,980	About 1 hr 15 min
Ikebukuro Station	¥5,980	About 1 hr 20 min

Pros and cons of using NearMe:

【Pros】

• Affordable, direct transport from your specified location straight to the airport
• Comfortable, spacious interior

【Cons】

• Since it may be a shared ride, it’s not entirely private

Places to Wait for a Late-Night Flight at Narita Airport

Even if you arrive at Narita Airport with plenty of time to spare, there’s often a wait before a late-night flight departs. Here are some spots where you can comfortably pass the time before departure.

• Starbucks
• 9 hours
• Terminal 3 Main Building, 2F

Let’s look at each one.

Starbucks

There are seven Starbucks locations inside Narita Airport.

Hours vary by location, so here we’ll introduce the ones open latest.

・Starbucks Coffee Narita Airport

Located on B1 of Narita Airport Terminal 1, this location is open until 21:30. It’s just outside the ticket gates of Keisei Main Line’s “Narita Airport Station,” making it a great option for those using the Keisei line.

・Starbucks Coffee Narita Airport Terminal 2 Arrival Lobby North

Located on 1F of Narita Airport Terminal 2, this location is also open until 21:30.

9 hours

9 hours is a capsule hotel directly connected to Narita Airport Terminal 2.

In addition to overnight stays, the capsule hotel can also be used by the hour between 9:00 and 18:00. The rate is ¥1,500 for the first hour, then ¥500 for each additional hour.

Shower-only use is also available, at ¥1,000 for up to one hour.

This is a great option if you’d like to freshen up before your flight.

Terminal 3 Main Building, 2F

The 2nd floor of Terminal 3’s main building is open 24 hours.

There’s also a 24-hour Lawson convenience store, so you can pick up food and drinks.

Table and counter seating is available in front of the Lawson. Some tables even have power outlets and USB ports, making this a great spot if you want to charge your devices before departure.

The food court also has plenty of large tables, offering a spacious area to relax.

4 Late-Night Restaurants at Narita Airport for a Meal Before Your Flight

Compared to typical restaurants, dining options inside Narita Airport tend to have shorter hours.

However, some restaurants do stay open later. Here are four restaurants open late where you can grab a meal before departure.

• Keisei Yuzen
• Shahoden
• Tsukiji Sukō
• caffe LAT.25°

Let’s go through each one.

Keisei Yuzen

Keisei Yuzen is located on 4F of Narita Airport Terminal 1 and is open until 21:00.

This Japanese family restaurant offers a wide variety of set meals. With 135 seats, it’s spacious enough to enjoy a relaxed meal.

Shahoden

Shahoden is located on 4F of Narita Airport Terminal 2 and is open until 20:30.

It offers a well-balanced, healthy menu featuring authentic Chinese cuisine.

With everything from single dishes to full set meals, it’s a great choice whether you want a hearty meal or a light bite.

Tsukiji Sukō

Tsukiji Sukō is located on 4F of Narita Airport Terminal 2 and is open until 21:00.

Skilled chefs prepare fresh fish sourced every morning, letting you enjoy authentic Edomae-style sushi.

Beyond nigiri sets and seafood rice bowls, you can also enjoy sake and shochu. Be sure to check out the unique menu items, including rice bowls exclusive to Narita Airport.

caffe LAT.25°

caffe LAT.25° is located in Narita Airport Terminal 3 and is open until 21:00.

This stylish cafe serves specialty coffee. Alongside light meals like bacon-and-egg sandwiches and croque monsieur, it also offers alcoholic beverages.

It’s a great option if you want a light bite before departure.

For Late-Night Flights at Narita Airport, We Recommend Traveling with NearMe!

NearMe offers a more affordable option than taxis and a more comfortable ride than buses or trains. Here are three highlights of using NearMe.

No need to carry large luggage around

Many people find it burdensome to carry large luggage on the way to Narita Airport. With NearMe, each passenger can bring one suitcase for free. The appeal is being able to easily transport large luggage all the way from home to Narita Airport.

A spacious, comfortable interior

Compared to buses and taxis, the seats are more spaciously spaced. This makes it ideal for those who want to travel as comfortably as possible on the way to Narita Airport, as well as families with children.

Cheaper than a taxi

Taking a taxi from a major station in central Tokyo can cost over ¥30,000. With NearMe, you can get to the airport for around ¥5,980.

While it costs more than the bus or train, it’s a great option for those who want a comfortable door-to-door ride to the airport. Fares from each area are as follows.

Route	Fare per adult	Airport flat-rate taxi (reference price) *some metered fares
Funabashi City	from ¥4,980	¥14,600–¥17,500
Edogawa, Koto, Sumida, Katsushika Wards	from ¥5,980	¥19,000–¥21,000
Urayasu, Ichikawa Cities	from ¥5,980	¥19,900–¥20,500
Chiyoda, Taito, Chuo, Bunkyo, Adachi, Arakawa Wards	from ¥5,980	¥23,000–¥26,000
Ota, Shinagawa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Toshima, Minato, Meguro, Kita Wards	from ¥5,980	¥25,000–¥29,000
Setagaya, Nakano, Suginami, Itabashi, Nerima Wards, Musashino, Mitaka Cities	from ¥6,980	¥27,000–¥31,000

Summary

While some shops and facilities close at night at Narita Airport, there are convenient options that stay open late — we hope this guide helps.

There are various transportation options for catching a late-night flight from Narita Airport. Choose the method that best suits your needs. If you’d like a relaxed, door-to-door ride to Narita Airport, consider NearMe (official site). It operates 24 hours a day and will pick you up whenever you need.