Can I transit overnight in Japan?

Passengers cannot remain in the passenger terminals on the airside (before arrival procedures and after departure procedures) outside of those times. Passengers transiting overnight must complete arrival immigration and customs procedures. However, some passengers may need a visa at that time.



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Passengers transiting overnight must complete arrival immigration and customs procedures. However, some passengers may need a visa at that time. If you are in doubt concerning this, please contact your airline of the Immigration office directly in advance.

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If your layover exceeds a certain length (typically between 8 to 12 hours), Go Ahead will book and cover the cost of a hotel room for you to relax or sleep in for the full duration of your connection while you wait for your next flight. We refer to these as dayrooms and overnight layovers.

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An airport transit visa is generally required if you travel internationally and if you need to transit through a country. Even if you do not intend to leave the airport, you may need an airport transit visa.

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The only difference between a dayroom and an overnight layover is the timing of the flight connection. Dayrooms take place when the entire layover is on the same day, whereas an overnight layover happens overnight, meaning it will be the next day when you catch your next flight.

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What to do during a long layover
  • Escape the airport on your own to explore the city.
  • Take an organized tour of the city.
  • Book yourself into a transfer hotel.
  • Try out the local cuisine.
  • Indulge in the comfort food you've been avoiding.
  • Take a shower.
  • Phone a friend.
  • Find a meditation room.


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Technically, no, skiplagging isn't illegal. You're not breaking any laws by doing it. You won't get arrested or face legal action from authorities for using this strategy. But, most airlines ban the practice in their terms and conditions, which everyone agrees to when they purchase a ticket.

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You can stay overnight and sleep at 24-hour airport lounges, as long as they don't have any rules on how long you stay. Many airport lounges close at night or limit access to just a few hours before your flight. Go to your airport lounge program's website to review hours and rules at the lounge you want to visit.

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