international · 11h 50m · 9,720 km

Paris to Tokyo (HND)

3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked

In business class, JAL's JAL Suite (A350-1000) leads the field with a 8.4/10. In premium economy, JAL's Premium Economy (A350-1000) dominates the field with a 7.1/10.

How we score → Last updated May 2026

Quick pick

Best business class: strong pick

Fly JAL. It has 5 more inches of legroom and a wider seat (22" vs 21").

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best premium economy: clear winner

Fly JAL. It has 4 more inches of legroom and a bigger screen (16" vs 12").

A noticeably better product that justifies the pick.

Best economy: close call

Fly JAL. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on ANA).

If prices are similar, go with this one.

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JAL SuiteJAL · Airbus A350-1000 · 2024 cabinBest on route
Suite with door · 1-2-1 · 51" pitchVery reliablePremium farePoints: Capital One (1:0.75), Bilt
Mattress pad + Suite with door
8.4
Excellent
Seat 8.3·Amenity 8.5
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BusinessAir France · Boeing 777-300ER-AF · 2022 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 46" pitchAvg. reliabilityPremium farePoints: Chase UR, Amex MR, Capital One, Citi TYP, Bilt
7.1
Very good
Seat 6.5·Amenity 7.9
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ANA Business StaggeredANA · Boeing 787-9 · 2015 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 50" pitch · Paid Wi-FiVery reliablePremium farePoints: Amex MR
6.0
Good
Seat 5.6·Amenity 6.6

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Data verified May 2026

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Airlines on this route

Flying with family

  • Most legroom: ANA (34"). Least: Air France (32"). That 2" difference matters with kids.

Route insights

  • In business class, JAL's JAL Suite (A350-1000) leads the field with a 8.4/10.
  • In premium economy, JAL's Premium Economy (A350-1000) dominates the field with a 7.1/10.
  • In economy, JAL's Economy (A350-1000) edges out the field with a 5.6/10.
  • JAL is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 8.7/10.

Frequently asked

Which is better in business: Air France or ANA on CDG-HND?

In business, Business on Air France's 777-300ER-AF scores 7.1/10 compared to ANA Business Staggered on ANA's 787-9 at 6/10, a clear advantage. Air France wins on legroom, privacy, bed length, while ANA leads in bedding. The key difference is all vs ac usb.

Which is better in premium economy: Air France or ANA on CDG-HND?

In premium economy, Premium Economy on Air France's 777-300ER-AF scores 5.5/10 compared to Premium Economy on ANA's 787-9 at 4.6/10, a narrow edge. Air France wins on wi-fi, power, extras, while ANA leads in seat width, entertainment. The key difference is all vs ac usb.

Which is better in economy: Air France or ANA on CDG-HND?

In economy, Economy on Air France's 777-300ER-AF and Economy on ANA's 787-9 are virtually identical at 5 and 5.2 out of 10. Economy leads in legroom, but the overall experience is comparable.

Which is better in business: Air France or JAL on CDG-HND?

In business, JAL Suite on Japan Airlines's A350-1000 scores 8.4/10 compared to Business on Air France's 777-300ER-AF at 7.1/10, a clear advantage. Japan Airlines wins on seat type, legroom, seat width. The key difference is direct aisle access vs direct aisle access, suite door.

Which is better in premium economy: Air France or JAL on CDG-HND?

In premium economy, Premium Economy on Japan Airlines's A350-1000 scores 7.1/10 compared to Premium Economy on Air France's 777-300ER-AF at 5.5/10, a clear advantage. Japan Airlines wins on legroom, seat width, privacy. The key difference is 38" pitch vs 42" pitch.

Which is better in economy: Air France or JAL on CDG-HND?

In economy, Economy on Japan Airlines's A350-1000 scores 5.6/10 compared to Economy on Air France's 777-300ER-AF at 5/10, a narrow edge. Japan Airlines wins on legroom, seat width, while Air France leads in power. The key difference is 32" pitch vs 34" pitch.

Which is better in business: ANA or JAL on CDG-HND?

In business, JAL Suite on Japan Airlines's A350-1000 scores 8.4/10 compared to ANA Business Staggered on ANA's 787-9 at 6/10, a dominant lead. Japan Airlines wins on seat type, legroom, seat width. The key difference is ac usb vs all.

Which is better in premium economy: ANA or JAL on CDG-HND?

In premium economy, Premium Economy on Japan Airlines's A350-1000 scores 7.1/10 compared to Premium Economy on ANA's 787-9 at 4.6/10, a dominant lead. Japan Airlines wins on legroom, privacy, wi-fi, while ANA leads in seat width. The key difference is 38" pitch vs 42" pitch.

Which is better in economy: ANA or JAL on CDG-HND?

In economy, Economy on Japan Airlines's A350-1000 scores 5.6/10 compared to Economy on ANA's 787-9 at 5.2/10, a narrow edge. Japan Airlines wins on seat width, wi-fi, while ANA leads in power. The key difference is paid wi-fi vs free wi-fi.

What are the best seats in Air France Business on CDG-HND?

Best: Bulkhead suites in rows 3 and 10 have more space; window seats offer more privacy with door closed Avoid: Seats near galley between cabins; center pair seats are slightly less private Reverse herringbone 1-2-1 with sliding privacy doors on every seat. 79-inch fully flat bed. 17.3-inch 4K anti-glare screen with Bluetooth and noise-reducing headphones. USB, AC, wireless charging. Starlink wifi (paid). Zodiac Rave IFE system.

What are the best seats in Air France Premium Economy on CDG-HND?

Best: Row 20 bulkhead for extra legroom (bassinet row); window pairs A/B and J/K for couples Avoid: Center block seats D/E/F/G are hardest to exit; last row may have limited recline 2-4-2 layout. 13.3-inch 4K HD anti-glare screen. USB and AC power. Starlink wifi available (paid packages from 8 EUR/hour). Enhanced meal service vs economy.

What are the best seats in Air France Economy on CDG-HND?

Best: Exit row seats for extra legroom; bulkhead row 30 for more space Avoid: Last rows near lavatories; center seats in 3-4-3 layout 3-4-3 layout. 13.3-inch 4K screen is generous for economy class. USB-A and AC power at every seat. Starlink wifi available. Zodiac Rave IFE system.

What are the best seats in ANA ANA Business Staggered on CDG-HND?

Best: True window seats (A/K) in odd rows for maximum privacy with the stagger. Avoid: Even-row window seats are closer to the aisle with less privacy. Staggered 1-2-1 with direct aisle access. Safran Cirrus III lie-flat. 17-inch IFE. Nishikawa mattress pad and duvet. Kaiseki or Western multi-course dining. Not "The Room" — that's on the 777-300ER only (The Room FX for 787 launches Aug 2026).

What are the best seats in JAL JAL Suite Premier on CDG-HND?

Best: All 6 suites are excellent — fully enclosed private rooms. Six enclosed suites in 1-1-1 layout. 43-inch 4K IFE (largest in any airline first class). Bang & Olufsen headphones plus built-in headrest speakers. Airweave dual-firmness mattress. Zero Halliburton amenity case. Wireless Qi charging. Converts to twin bed + side chair or full-width bed.

What are the best seats in JAL JAL Suite on CDG-HND?

Best: Window suites for solo travelers. Center pairs can lower divider for companions. All suites have sliding doors in 1-2-1 layout. 24-inch 4K IFE. Audio-Technica NC headphones plus built-in headrest speakers and Bluetooth. Airweave mattress pad. UCHINO pajamas. Heralbony amenity kit. Wireless Qi charging. Free unlimited wifi.

What are the best seats in JAL Premium Economy on CDG-HND?

Best: Window pairs for only 2 across. Avoid: Center section inner seats. First premium economy with electric recline (Safran Z600). 16-inch 4K IFE. Large privacy partitions. 1 hour free wifi. USB-C + AC power.