Japan Airlines Airline Profile

Japan Airlines information, codes and useful links

Japan Airlines profile
Japan Airlines quick facts
Type: full-service carrierRegion: AsiaCountry: JapanBase airport: Narita International AirportYear established: 1951

Airline Overview and Services

Japan Airlines Co. Ltd. more known as Japan Airlines is a currently operating Asian scheduled full-service airline company based in Narita International Airport, in Tokyo, Japan.

This airline's 2-char IATA designator is JL, and its ICAO code is JAL. Founded 73 years ago in 1951, the airline is one of the oldest carriers in the world. Along with American Airlines, Qatar Airways, British Airways, and 10 others, Japan Airlines is a oneworld alliance member.

Japan Airlines offers a web check-in option for the convenience of its passengers. The current info regarding Japan Airlines baggage policy (last updated 2024) is available on the airline's official website via the link in the menu on the left.

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