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Overall rating
7.9
Good
Based on 733 reviews
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.6
Food
7.7
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Japan Airlines information
| IATA code | JL |
|---|---|
| Routes | 280 |
| Top route | Okinawa Naha to Tokyo Haneda |
| Airports served | 82 |
| Top airport | Tokyo Haneda |
Japan Airlines traveller reviews
Pros
"Crew and service were outstanding!"
(in 214 reviews)
""Crew was amazing, food was great""
(in 168 reviews)
"The crew were very friendly"
(in 179 reviews)
Cons
"The food was not great."
(in 147 reviews)
"The entertainment selection is really small."
(in 23 reviews)
"Flight crew not too interactive"
(in 190 reviews)
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10.0
Flight attendants did great job for the families who has toddlers. One of toddlers behind us was crying for 4 hours straight and they helped the parents very well. and flight meal was delicious
Reviewed Jun 2023review from
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10.0
Well organized and very quick flight!
Reviewed Jun 2023review from
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10.0
The best way to travel a long intercontinental flight. Staff are kind, polite and welcoming. Passengers experience a comfortable low stress environment, Customers feel they are well cared for by a highly trained and professional staff. I will shout from the rooftops when I get back home, "Japan Air is the way to go!"
Reviewed Mar 2023review from
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10.0
Service
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10.0
Pros: Nice staff
Cons: More Movies and TV showsReviewed May 2021review from
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10.0
Pros: Crew was amazing
Cons: Really enjoy the travel with JALReviewed May 2021review from
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10.0
Pros: It was a great service overall!
Reviewed May 2021review from
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2.0
Cons: flight didn't even happen
Reviewed May 2021review from
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6.0
Pros: The seats were comfortable, the plane was empty so could move for comfort
Cons: The food was not very good, the airplane was empty, but assigned seats to fill rows while spouting nonsense about social distancingReviewed May 2021review from
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10.0
Pros: great crew
Cons: better breakfast or snack before arrivalReviewed May 2021review from
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10.0
Pros: crew was amazing
Cons: nothing. amazing flightReviewed May 2021review from
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10.0
Pros: The flight attendants are the most professional and attentive employees I've ever had the pleasure to be served by.
Cons: The movie selection could have been much better for such a long flight.Reviewed May 2021review from
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6.0
Pros: The seat was comfortable, the food was delicious and the aircraft was clean.
Cons: Boarding was awful. The staff definitely need better training at adapting with the Covid 19 situation. Especially, when it comes to unexpected occurrences regarding test certificates and sudden new regulations. Not everything is always black and white and not everyone has the same capacity to afford rebooking flights or re-testing. Treatment of foreigners in general at the LAX airport, on my flight at least, were unprofessional and inconsiderate. I generally like flying with Japan Airlines but after what I have seen and experienced personally I’m not so sure it is still one of my number one airlines to fly with anymore.Reviewed Apr 2021review from
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10.0
Pros: crew was excellent!
Reviewed Mar 2021review from
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2.0
Cons: I received a scam ticket. I could not board and had to use another airline and flight website to find another ticket.
Reviewed Mar 2021review from
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10.0
Pros: Crew was very attentive. Plane was clean.
Cons: Bigger water bottles?Reviewed Feb 2021review from
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10.0
Pros: The crew was amazing
Reviewed Feb 2021review from
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10.0
Pros: Yes the airline co-operating so nice and staff were helpful. The seat was so comfortable.
Reviewed Feb 2021review from
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8.0
Pros: Crew service was amazing - so diligent and courteous. They were incredibly well trained and I would rate their service level as being one of the most competitive within business class in Asia.
Cons: Seats were reasonably comfortable but not as spacious in design as in other business class cabins, so that could be a concern for some travelers. Also, I was not able to convert the main menu of the entertainment system to my preferred language so it was a bit difficult to navigate (that being said, they provided a card that guided me, so it was still usable, and the entertainment selection was good!).Reviewed Jan 2021review from
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10.0
Cons: JAL cabin attendants and people from customer center were very professional and nice
Reviewed Dec 2020review from
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7.3
Cons: Flight crew not too interactive
Reviewed Oct 2020review from
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6.0
Cons: American airlines, No entartainment, no hi hello from the crew, no food, not even water... Funny guys, why the have flight people inside the plane :) domestic airlines are always joke compared to the world domestic or overseas....
Reviewed Jul 2020review from
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9.3
Cons: Needs more variety of movies
Reviewed Jul 2020review from
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9.3
Cons: More variety of movies
Reviewed Jul 2020review from
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8.6
Cons: Economy seat was very uncomfortable even though it reclined a lot. Was very disappointed I could not sleep on 12 hour flight. Arm rests too low? Shape of backrest was odd. Maybe provide a bigger pillow in addition to neck pillow to have something to rest arms on. Also tou need more movies. Singapore Airlines has many more options. Overall airplane, crew and food were very nice
Reviewed Feb 2020review from
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10.0
Pros: Just excellent. Excellent crew, excellent food, excellent aircraft, and excellent leg room. No recommendations.
Reviewed Feb 2020review from
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10.0
Pros: Every thing in airplane was wonderful. I would like to recommend this airline to my friends
Cons: You are best .Reviewed Feb 2020review from
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8.0
Pros: Economy was surprisingly comfortable. Boarding and deplaning were very quick.
Cons: Not a ton of movies to choose from. Enough, but less than most domestic US flights.Reviewed Feb 2020review from
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10.0
Pros: The seats in Economy are larger than normal airlines and had extra leg room. My partner is 6ft2in and he sat comfortable, even when the people in front reclined. The staff was so polite and helpful. I will definitely fly JAL again!
Cons: The food was a little bland, but that is nit picking. For airline food, it was very good.Reviewed Feb 2020review from
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10.0
Pros: I like how the crew made rounds hourly to provide drinks and ensure we are good! Also appreciated when they were able to accommodate last minute meal changes!!
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Japan Airlines FAQs
What is Japan Airlines' carry-on size allowance?
On board Japan Airlines flights, cabin baggage should not exceed 55x40x25cm. If your hand luggage is bigger, the Japan Airlines assistance team will most likely ask you to pay extra for checked luggage.
Where does Japan Airlines fly to?
Japan Airlines offers direct flights to 78 cities in 21 different countries. Tokyo, Okinawa, and Fukuoka are the most popular cities covered by Japan Airlines.
What is Japan Airlines’ primary hub?
Japan Airlines concentrates most of its flight operations in Tokyo.
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Top airports served by Japan Airlines
- Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Osaka Itami Airport (ITM)
- Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS)
- Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
- Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
- Kagoshima Airport (KOJ)
- Miyazaki Airport (KMI)
- Okinawa Naha Airport (OKA)
- Sendai Airport (SDJ)
- Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)
- Aomori Airport (AOJ)
- Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (KIX)
- Matsuyama Airport (MYJ)
- Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl Airport (NGO)
- Nagasaki Airport (NGS)
Japan Airlines contact information
- JL IATA code
- +353 01 408 3757 Call
- JAL.com Visit
Overview of Japan Airlines
Although JAL is headquartered in Japan and has 4 primary airport hubs within the country, it travels to over 30 additional international destinations, with many of them being found in North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia. For those interested in going to another country in Asia, you can choose from places such as China, Hong Kong, and South Korea. To go to Europe instead, you can fly to Italy, France, and Denmark.
When flying with this airline, there are four classes for you to choose from: Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class. Economy Class and Premium Economy Class both provide basic services, but Premium Economy seats are larger and have additional legroom. If you fly Business Class, you will have a seat that folds into a twin bed, a gourmet meal, and free alcoholic beverages. First Class includes additional luxuries, such as a private sleeping pod and access to the airline lounge while waiting for your flight to board.
JAL is a member of oneworld, an airline alliance that includes companies such as Cathay Pacific, American Airlines, and British Airways. They also have code share agreements with many additional businesses, such as Fiji Airways, Air France, Iberia, and Qantas.
This airline has an extensive fleet of over 150 aircraft, with a majority of the planes either Boeing, Airbus, or Mitsubishi. The Boeing 737-800 is used most frequently by the company, as it is intended for middle-range flights and fits approximately 120 to 145 passengers. For larger international flights, the Boeing 777-300 is more commonly used, as it can fit up to 500 individuals.
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