https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/jal/ Jal News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-07-01T19:13:24+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/announcing-the-jlpga-tour-shiseido-jal-ladies-open/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/announcing-the-jlpga-tour-shiseido-jal-ladies-open/ Japan Airlines (JAL) is pleased to announce its special sponsorship of the “Shiseido JAL Ladies Open,” set to take place at the Totsuka Country Club West Course in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, from Thursday, July 3 to Sunday, July 6, 2025. This tournament marks the 17th event of the JLPGA Tour 2025 season, officially recognized by the Japan Ladies Professional Golf Association (JLPGA), headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, chaired by Hiromi Kobayashi. Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:57:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-expands-its-new-a350-1000-international-service-to-london-ha/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-expands-its-new-a350-1000-international-service-to-london-ha/ Japan Airlines, a member of the oneworld® Alliance, yesterday began the gradual introduction of its new Airbus A350-1000 international aircraft onto London (LHR) – Tokyo Haneda (HND) flights (JL044/043) providing customers with an even higher level of inflight comfort and individually-tailored experience. Fri, 25 Oct 2024 06:15:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hoshino-resorts-and-japan-airlines-to-launch-joint-initiative-to-boost-inbo/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hoshino-resorts-and-japan-airlines-to-launch-joint-initiative-to-boost-inbo/ To promote sustainable tourism in Japan, Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President and Group CEO: Mitsuko Tottori) and Hoshino Resorts Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture; Representative Director: Yoshiharu Hoshino) are launching the “All-time Favorite vs. Hidden Gems” campaign. This initiative encourages visitors to discover lesser known destinations, helping to alleviate overtourism while supporting regional revitalization. Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:35:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-and-air-astana-sign-codeshare-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-and-air-astana-sign-codeshare-agreement/ Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Group CEO: Mitsuko Tottori, hereinafter “JAL”) and Air Astana (headquartered in Almaty, Kazakhstan; Group CEO: Peter Foster, hereinafter “KC”) are pleased to announce the signing of a codeshare agreement. This agreement will allow both airlines to place their respective codes on a new Almaty to Tokyo service scheduled to be launched by KC in spring of 2026, as well as on both companies’ domestic flights. Sun, 25 Aug 2024 07:48:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-launches-historic-nonstop-route-between-tokyo-and-doha/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-launches-historic-nonstop-route-between-tokyo-and-doha/ Japan Airlines (JAL) marks a significant milestone with the inauguration of its direct service between Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) and Doha’s Hamad International Airport (DOH), becoming the first Japanese airline to establish a nonstop route to the Middle East. The code-share agreement with Qatar Airways, a fellow oneworld® alliance member, enhances connectivity for passengers, facilitating seamless travel between Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 06:46:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-unveils-ambitious-fleet-renewal-plan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-unveils-ambitious-fleet-renewal-plan/ Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced an ambitious fleet renewal plan, introducing a total of 21 Airbus A350-900, 11 A321neo, and 10 Boeing 787-9 aircraft, aiming to enhance its international and domestic operations. With a focus on expanding capacity in regions like North America and Asia, JAL aims to grow its international network by approximately 1.4 times by 2030, while prioritizing the adoption of fuel-efficient aircraft to reduce CO2 emissions. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:20:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-joins-global-sustainable-tourism-council-spearheading-eco-fr/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-joins-global-sustainable-tourism-council-spearheading-eco-fr/ On September 1, 2023, Japan Airlines (JAL) made history by becoming the first airline group worldwide to join The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), a body dedicated to establishing and overseeing global standards for sustainable tourism. Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:00:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-unveils-2024-summer-schedule-with-exciting-updates-for-passengers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-unveils-2024-summer-schedule-with-exciting-updates-for-passengers/ The JAL Group has announced its summer schedule for international and domestic routes for the fiscal year 2024. Notable highlights include the launch of daily flights on the Haneda-Doha route from March 31, 2024, along with a Discount Mile Campaign to commemorate the new route. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:45:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-to-debut-new-a350-1000-international-aircraft-on-hanedajfk-r/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-to-debut-new-a350-1000-international-aircraft-on-hanedajfk-r/ Japan Airlines announced today that it will begin introducing its new Airbus A350-1000 International aircraft on the Tokyo (Haneda) - New York (JFK) route (JL006/JL005) starting from January 24, 2024. Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:38:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-raises-over-132000-for-maui-wildfire-relief-efforts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-raises-over-132000-for-maui-wildfire-relief-efforts/ Japan Airlines (JAL) has successfully raised more than $132,000 to support the relief and recovery efforts for communities affected by the devastating wildfires in Maui, which occurred in August 2023. The funds were generated through various fundraising initiatives, including mileage donations and collection boxes placed in Japan and across the U.S., including Hawaii and the mainland. Thu, 09 Nov 2023 08:28:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-unveils-new-international-flagship-airbus-a350-1000-cabin-interiors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-unveils-new-international-flagship-airbus-a350-1000-cabin-interiors/ Japan Airlines (JAL) today unveiled the details of its new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft and cabin interiors, which will become the airline’s new flagship for international service after nearly 20 years. Mon, 02 Oct 2023 06:24:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-announces-winter-schedule-updates-expanding-flights-to-popular-va/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-announces-winter-schedule-updates-expanding-flights-to-popular-va/ The JAL Group has announced updates to its International Flight Plans for the FY2023 Winter Schedule, which were previously announced on August 22, 2023. These updates will involve additional adjustments to the operations of specific routes to Hawaii, Guam (scheduled to commence in December), and select East Asian destinations. Sun, 10 Sep 2023 06:26:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-announces-nonstop-service-to-doha/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-announces-nonstop-service-to-doha/ First Japanese Airline to Operate a Direct Flight to the Middle East Mon, 24 Jul 2023 06:46:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-and-sumitomo-corporation-launch-trial-of-clothing-sharing-se/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-and-sumitomo-corporation-launch-trial-of-clothing-sharing-se/ Aiming to provide travel experiences involving less luggage and visualize environmental value Thu, 06 Jul 2023 05:24:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-celebrates-10-years-at-helsinki-airport-with-festivities-and/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-celebrates-10-years-at-helsinki-airport-with-festivities-and/ Japan Airlines’ 10-year journey at Helsinki Airport was celebrated at the airport on 1 July 2023. The festivities were held at the departure gate for their anniversary flight to Tokyo, featuring Moomin characters, Sakura Queens, origami and Japanese-inspired delicacies to mark a decade of strong cooperation between Japan Airlines and Finavia. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 05:38:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-adopts-boeing-insight-accelerator-for-787-dreamliner-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-adopts-boeing-insight-accelerator-for-787-dreamliner-fleet/ Services deal includes interiors modifications to 787 fleet to enhance passenger experience and comfort Wed, 21 Jun 2023 06:54:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-and-shell-aviation-sign-purchase-agreement-to-replace-fuel-uplifted-in/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-and-shell-aviation-sign-purchase-agreement-to-replace-fuel-uplifted-in/ JAL has signed an agreement with Shell Aviation (“Shell”) which will see aircraft refueled in Los Angeles with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from 2025, supporting JAL’s ESG target of replacing 1% of its whole jet fuel amount with SAF in fiscal year 2025 set in its GX strategy. Sun, 18 Jun 2023 08:08:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-announces-flight-frequency-increase-for-fy2023-summer-schedule/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-announces-flight-frequency-increase-for-fy2023-summer-schedule/ JAL has decided to increase flights to Honolulu and Guam in response to the growing demand for resort travel following the reclassification of the Covid-19 infection to Class 5 under the Infectious Disease Control Law. Sun, 04 Jun 2023 08:31:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-to-introduce-first-freighter-in-13-years-under-new-business-model/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-to-introduce-first-freighter-in-13-years-under-new-business-model/ Aiming to secure stable revenues by expanding alliances with partner companies Sun, 07 May 2023 05:40:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-selects-737-8-to-grow-sustainable-world-class-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-selects-737-8-to-grow-sustainable-world-class-fleet/ Boeing and Japan Airlines (JAL) have finalized an order for 21 super-efficient 737-8 jets. Sat, 25 Mar 2023 05:30:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-announces-international-fare-fuel-surcharge-for-tickets/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-announces-international-fare-fuel-surcharge-for-tickets/ Japan Airlines (JAL) has requested for approval from Japan`s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) to set the level of fuel surcharge on international passenger tickets purchased in Japan between April 1 and May 31, 2023. Sun, 26 Feb 2023 07:54:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-announces-fy2023-summer-schedule-on-international-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-announces-fy2023-summer-schedule-on-international-network/ JAL international routes will expand the supply of passenger flights compared to the FY2022 winter plan, taking into account changes in the environment, such as the relaxation of border measures in various countries after the COVID-19 pandemic. Mon, 06 Feb 2023 08:10:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-and-yamato-holdings-announce-cargo-carrier-aircraft-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-and-yamato-holdings-announce-cargo-carrier-aircraft-service/ Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL) and Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd. (YHD) have decided on the routes and number of flights of a dedicated freighter aircraft, which is scheduled to start operating in April 2024 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:10:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/further-expanding-efforts-to-reduce-single-use-plastics-in-cabin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/further-expanding-efforts-to-reduce-single-use-plastics-in-cabin/ In order to pass on this precious Earth to the next generation, the JAL Group is ramping up its commitment to sustainability, transforming air travel into a source of delight and pride through efforts such as striving for netzero emissions by 2050. Sun, 20 Nov 2022 09:07:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-to-reopen-to-independent-travelers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-to-reopen-to-independent-travelers/ Japan will allow visa-free, independent tourism and abolish its daily arrival cap as of Oct. 11, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Thursday, marking a major policy shift after nearly 2½ years of strict COVID-19 restrictions. Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:21:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-revises-fy2022-winter-schedule-plans-on-domestic-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jal-group-revises-fy2022-winter-schedule-plans-on-domestic-network/ As part of the JAL Group’s ESG strategy of upgrading to fuel-efficient aircraft, improving flight operations, and utilizing SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel), we will extend the planned flight time on flights departing from Tokyo Haneda by 5 minutes longer than before in order to expand opportunities(*1) to operate at altitudes where fuel consumption can be reduced. Fri, 26 Aug 2022 05:52:18 +0000