Japan Airlines’ reputation far precedes it. Established in 1951, it is one of the world's premier carriers and joined the oneworld Alliance in 2007. With four major hubs in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and Okinawa, it serves some 80 destinations across more than 20 countries.
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Pick and Cruise
Whether you are flying international or domestic, Japan Airlines offers a premium travel experience. For long-haul international flights, up to four cabin classes are available: First Class, Executive Class (Business Class), Premium Economy and Economy. Select domestic flights also offer First Class and Class J (Business Class) accommodations.
Privileges, Points and More
Flying as a member of the Mileage Bank Frequent Flyer Programme (JMB) has its benefits. Every time you make an eligible oneworld flight, you earn reward points along with points that count towards your tier status. The more you fly, the better it gets.
Top tier cardholders receive special oneworld benefits when flying on any oneworld member airline.
To explore all the benefits of flying within the oneworld family, select your tier from the list below:
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Programme tier
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oneworld tier
- Japan Airlines Global Club Diamond/Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Diamond
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Emerald Privileges
- Access to more than 650 airport lounges internationally.
- Priority baggage handling
- Extra baggage allowance
- Priority standby and waitlisting (where offered)
- Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating
- Priority boarding
- Access to First Class or Business Class priority check-in
- Japan Airlines Global Club Premier
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Emerald Privileges
- Access to more than 650 airport lounges internationally.
- Priority baggage handling
- Extra baggage allowance
- Priority standby and waitlisting (where offered)
- Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating
- Priority boarding
- Access to First Class or Business Class priority check-in
- Japan Airlines Global Club Sapphire/Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Sapphire
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Sapphire Privileges
- Priority baggage handling
- Extra baggage allowance
- Access to more than 650 airport lounges internationally
- Priority standby and waitlisting (where offered)
- Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating
- Priority boarding
- Access to First Class or Business Class priority check-in
- Japan Airlines Global Club Crystal/Japan Airlines Global Club
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Sapphire Privileges
- Priority baggage handling
- Extra baggage allowance
- Access to more than 650 airport lounges internationally
- Priority standby and waitlisting (where offered)
- Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating
- Priority boarding
- Access to First Class or Business Class priority check-in
- Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Crystal
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Ruby Privileges
- Priority standby and waitlisting (where offered)
- Access to preferred or pre-reserved seating
- Access to First Class or Business Class priority check-in
Affiliate airlines.
For even more travel possibilities, consider these affiliates of Japan Airlines.
Hokkaido Air System
Hokkaido Air System, established in 1997, is based in Hokkaido, Sapporo. Operating a fleet of Saab 340B and ATR 42 aircraft, the airline serves Hokkaido Prefecture and Aomori Prefecture on Honshu.
J-AIR
J-AIR is a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan Airlines International. It operates regional services from Osaka Itami to destinations throughout Japan.
Japan Air Commuter
Based in Kagoshima on Japan’s Kyushu island, Japan Air Commuter serves the islands of Kagoshima, Okinawa and the western cities of Japan. Established in 1983, Japan Air Commuter operates a fleet of ATR 42 and ATR 72 aircraft.
Japan Transocean Air
Based at Okinawa Naha, Japan Transocean Air operates intra-island services throughout the Okinawa island group, plus links to mainland Japan.