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Qantas and Japan Airlines

Japan Airlines’ (JAL) partnership with Qantas gives travellers more access to explore regional Japan with hubs in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and Fukuoka.

Network

Travel on Qantas direct services between Haneda, Narita, Osaka and Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or via Singapore, and connect between more than 50 cities from JAL’s hub.

Our Qantas Platinum and Gold Frequent Flyers travelling with JAL are eligible to earn additional benefits across the JAL network per the oneworld policy.

Before you fly

There are a range of benefits available that can be booked ahead of your trip when flying on a Qantas codeshare flight with JAL. Visit Manage booking if you require further information.

Benefits included for Qantas codeshare services operated by JAL

Business Economy
Platinum One/
Platinum
Gold  Silver

Qantas Club

Bronze
Seat selection (paid or complimentary) via qantas.com
No    No    No    No    No    No   
Seat selection (paid or complimentary) via airline partner
No
No  
No  
No No     No  
Online check-in via qantas.com
No    No    No    No    No    No   
Online check-in via airline partner
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
No  
Pre-flight meal selection
No    No    No    No    No    No
Special meal request
Yes    Yes    Yes    Yes    Yes    Yes   
Purchase additional / excess baggage prior to departure
No    No    No    No    No    No   
Benefits included for services operated by JAL

At the airport

The operating carrier is responsible for checking in customers travelling on Qantas codeshare services. Check your itinerary to locate the departure terminal and ensure you check in with the operating carrier.

Benefits included for Qantas codeshare services operated by JAL

Business Economy
Platinum One/
Platinum
Gold  Silver Qantas Club
Bronze
Baggage Through Check from Qantas operated flight
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Boarding Pass Through Check from Qantas operated flight
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Extra checked baggage allowance
N/A Yes Yes No No No
Priority airport check-in
Yes Yes Yes Yes No No
Priority boarding
Yes Yes Yes No No No
Priority baggage handling
Yes Yes Yes No No No
Benefits included for services operated by JAL

Lounge access

Eligible customers and their guests booked on a Qantas flight number on the codeshare routes can access the following lounges. 

For more details on Qantas’ lounge access policy, visit lounge access eligibility 

Benefits included for Qantas codeshare services operated by JAL
Business Economy
Lounge access

Platinum One/
Platinum
Gold  Silver Qantas Club
Bronze
Singapore Yes Yes Yes    No Yes No
Tokyo - Haneda Yes Yes Yes No Yes No
Tokyo - Narita Yes Yes Yes No Yes No
Benefits included for QF codeshare services operated by JAL

Qantas Frequent Flyers

Qantas Frequent Flyers can maximise Qantas Points and Status Credit earn by booking the codeshare flight (‘QF’ airline code) where possible, you can also earn Qantas Points and Status Credits on eligible fares and flights with the JAL 'JL' airline code.

You can use your Qantas Points on Japan Airlines for Classic Flight Rewards and Points Plus Pay

Airline code When booked as a Qantas flight When booked as an JAL flight
Earn Qantas Points Yes Yes  
Earn Status Credits Yes Yes  
Classic Flight Rewards No Yes  
Points Plus Pay Yes Yes  
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Support

Special requests

To benefit from the following special requests, choose a flight operated by Qantas or contact JAL directly:

  • assistance for children travelling alone,
  • medical assistance,
  • transporting oxygen for medical purposes, and
  • transport on a stretcher.

Missed connections

Sometimes things don't go to plan, and we recognise the impact delays and missed connections can have. In the event this happens to you, below is some key information.

If you missed a connection due to the late arrival of your aircraft, the delivering carrier is responsible for ensuring you make your final destination.

Lost baggage

If your baggage doesn't arrive on the same flight as you, contact the Arrival Service desk of the delivering carrier in the arrivals hall.

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Important information

Disclaimer: ~You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program to earn and redeem Qantas Points. A joining fee may apply. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership, Status Credits and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer: ^ Classic Flight Rewards are available on Qantas, Jetstar and partner airlines. Seats are subject to capacity controls, availability is limited, and some flights may not have any Classic Flight Rewards available. Taxes, fees and carrier charges are payable to Qantas (excluding any amounts payable to third parties at the airport) by an Accepted Payment Card in addition to the points required on Classic Flight Reward flights. Qantas Points required and taxes, fees and carrier charges are subject to change and quoted at the time of booking. For more information, visit Classic Flight Rewards

Disclaimer: # Points Plus Pay is available on any flight with a Qantas (QF), Jetstar (JQ), Jetstar Asia (3K) or Jetstar Japan (GK) flight number and selected partner airlines when travelling on a Qantas fare, as long as there is a seat available for sale. The Qantas Points required include taxes, fees and carrier charges (excluding any amounts payable to third parties at the airport), are subject to change and are quoted at the time of booking - a minimum number of points applies. Qantas Points may not be earned on some fare types or on some oneworld® Member Airline or airline partner flights. For more information, visit Points Plus Pay

Disclaimer: * Qantas Points and Status Credits (where applicable) are earned on Eligible Flights with a Qantas or applicable oneworld® Member Airline or Airline Partner flight number on your ticket. Qantas Points and Status Credits may not be earned on some fare types and booking classes. For full details see the Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions and Airline Earning Tables