Jun 26, 2018, 12:52 pm
Last edit by: Tokyoite
Corona related JAL announcements page link.
https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/info/2020/other/200228/
Just to kick start a wiki, with answers to frequent questions.A: Yes. written here (link) A. Definitely, within the lounge access rules of course. written here (link)
https://www.jal.co.jp/jp/en/info/2020/other/200228/
Just to kick start a wiki, with answers to frequent questions.
1. We're flying HND-NGO-HNL. NGO-HNL is booked in business class, but HND-NGO is in economy. Will we still get the baggage allowance as if we're flying business class the whole way?
2. We're flying HND-NGO-HNL. Will we have lounge access in HND?
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Sep 1, 2015, 6:55 am
#661
Join Date: Sep 2015
Location: Australia
Posts: 2
I'm evaluating various FF programs for best suitability, my priority being International award flight redemption down the track between MEL and TYO.
I'm trying to see if JMB will be suitable. I've logged into the JAL website and going to the JMB international award area, I can only see award flight departure as 'Sydney'.
Does this mean I can only redeem on JAL for SYD-TYO ... and I have to separately get myself to Sydney on another domestic flight ?
Thanks in advance.
I'm trying to see if JMB will be suitable. I've logged into the JAL website and going to the JMB international award area, I can only see award flight departure as 'Sydney'.
Does this mean I can only redeem on JAL for SYD-TYO ... and I have to separately get myself to Sydney on another domestic flight ?
Thanks in advance.
Sep 1, 2015, 8:40 am
#662
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Tokyo
Programs: JAL Metal Card (OWE), SAS Eurobonus Gold (*G), Marriott Titanium (LTP), Tokyu Hotels Platinum
Posts: 21,186
I'm evaluating various FF programs for best suitability, my priority being International award flight redemption down the track between MEL and TYO.
I'm trying to see if JMB will be suitable. I've logged into the JAL website and going to the JMB international award area, I can only see award flight departure as 'Sydney'.
Does this mean I can only redeem on JAL for SYD-TYO ... and I have to separately get myself to Sydney on another domestic flight ?
Thanks in advance.
I'm trying to see if JMB will be suitable. I've logged into the JAL website and going to the JMB international award area, I can only see award flight departure as 'Sydney'.
Does this mean I can only redeem on JAL for SYD-TYO ... and I have to separately get myself to Sydney on another domestic flight ?
Thanks in advance.
Sep 2, 2015, 11:09 am
#663
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Los Angeles
Programs: American Airlines ExecPlat, Asiana Diamond
Posts: 127
So I searched Kayak for some flights from LAX to Sydney in November in Premium Economy. I found that aside from the usual direct on Qantas, that there were less expensive legs with stopovers for Cathay Pacific and JAL.
Going on Cathay's site, I can easily book the flight, but with JAL it seems impossible to book a flight to Sydney. It seems the only way I can book originating from the USA is the USA site, and then for where I land, the only option is Japan or Asia. No Australia or Sydney.
Any reason why it's like this, or any workaround?
Going on Cathay's site, I can easily book the flight, but with JAL it seems impossible to book a flight to Sydney. It seems the only way I can book originating from the USA is the USA site, and then for where I land, the only option is Japan or Asia. No Australia or Sydney.
Any reason why it's like this, or any workaround?
Sep 2, 2015, 7:47 pm
#664
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Programs: VA WP, NZ *A SG
Posts: 529
How would you recommend improving my seating assignment on JAL?
I have a few JL J flights in a few weeks on both 772 and 767. I'm OWS (QF). On the 772 the only window pair is in Row 9. I am really hoping to snag Row 1 which I assume is blocked for potential bassinets. Is there anyway to try and secure these seats other than hoping they're free at checkin? Anything in advance?
On the 767 flights the ENTIRE J cabin is 'occupied' meaning I cant select any seats (even separately). Again, anything I can do in advance or just wait and see and hope?
Im not expecting either flight to be very heavily loaded.
I have a few JL J flights in a few weeks on both 772 and 767. I'm OWS (QF). On the 772 the only window pair is in Row 9. I am really hoping to snag Row 1 which I assume is blocked for potential bassinets. Is there anyway to try and secure these seats other than hoping they're free at checkin? Anything in advance?
On the 767 flights the ENTIRE J cabin is 'occupied' meaning I cant select any seats (even separately). Again, anything I can do in advance or just wait and see and hope?
Im not expecting either flight to be very heavily loaded.
Sep 3, 2015, 3:56 pm
#666
Ambassador: Japan Airlines
Original Poster
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: LAX
Programs: JAL Mileage Bank, JMB Diamond, oneworld Emerald, Bonvoy Platinum
Posts: 16,399
Sep 3, 2015, 4:08 pm
#667
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Some hole
Posts: 2,783
And yes, I love sushi so I'll be looking forward to that but will give the airport restaurants a try as well!
Sep 3, 2015, 4:30 pm
#669
Ambassador: Japan Airlines
Original Poster
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: LAX
Programs: JAL Mileage Bank, JMB Diamond, oneworld Emerald, Bonvoy Platinum
Posts: 16,399
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/japan...-1-2014-a.html
Not that many restaurants options airside though
Sep 3, 2015, 7:38 pm
#670
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Join Date: May 2006
Location: HKG
Programs: A3, TK *G; JL JGC; SPG,Hilton Gold
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A typical jal intl lounge hv mini-cup noodles jail de sky, beer, crackers, and sometimes sandwich or curry.
Nowhere close to a typical cx offering. Just give them 20-30 mins max
Originally Posted by maortega15
And I apologize to ask this question again but I'm curious to know hows the Business Class lounge in NGO. I assume its nothing special but curious to know what food items they have. Thanks!
Nowhere close to a typical cx offering. Just give them 20-30 mins max
Sep 4, 2015, 4:07 pm
#671
Join Date: Sep 2006
Programs: AS MVP Gold 100K, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 2
5 hours enough time to connect between HND - NRT?
I am looking at booking a flight: BKK to HND which arrives HND at 6 am then connecting on a flight departing NRT to ORD departing 11:10 am ....JAL says a legal connection ...I have checked and there is scheduled bus service /train service between the two airports. That said, is this 5 hour transfer do-able for a first time timer transiting in Japan? Advice/ suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Sep 4, 2015, 7:56 pm
#672
Moderator: American AAdvantage
Join Date: May 2000
Location: NorCal - SMF area
Programs: AA LT Plat; HH LT Diamond, Maître-plongeur des Muccis
Posts: 62,948
Welcome to FluerTalk.
You will experience some local rush hour traffic, but five hours should be fine, unless the arriving flight is very late.
If it's all JL and on one itinerary you should be protected as well.
You will experience some local rush hour traffic, but five hours should be fine, unless the arriving flight is very late.
If it's all JL and on one itinerary you should be protected as well.
Sep 4, 2015, 8:10 pm
#673
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Tokyo
Programs: JAL Metal Card (OWE), SAS Eurobonus Gold (*G), Marriott Titanium (LTP), Tokyu Hotels Platinum
Posts: 21,186
I am looking at booking a flight: BKK to HND which arrives HND at 6 am then connecting on a flight departing NRT to ORD departing 11:10 am ....JAL says a legal connection ...I have checked and there is scheduled bus service /train service between the two airports. That said, is this 5 hour transfer do-able for a first time timer transiting in Japan? Advice/ suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Sep 5, 2015, 12:19 am
#675
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Los Angeles
Programs: American Airlines ExecPlat, Asiana Diamond
Posts: 127
So I searched Kayak for some flights from LAX to Sydney in November in Premium Economy. I found that aside from the usual direct on Qantas, that there were less expensive legs with stopovers for Cathay Pacific and JAL.
Going on Cathay's site, I can easily book the flight, but with JAL it seems impossible to book a flight to Sydney. It seems the only way I can book originating from the USA is the USA site, and then for where I land, the only option is Japan or Asia. No Australia or Sydney.
Any reason why it's like this, or any workaround?
Going on Cathay's site, I can easily book the flight, but with JAL it seems impossible to book a flight to Sydney. It seems the only way I can book originating from the USA is the USA site, and then for where I land, the only option is Japan or Asia. No Australia or Sydney.
Any reason why it's like this, or any workaround?