Flying with Japan Airlines? Discover everything you need to know about Japan Airlines baggage allowance, restrictions, fees and charges.
If you’re travelling with Japan Airlines on an upcoming flight, here’s everything you need to know about your baggage allowance and fees. Your baggage allowance may differ depending on the fare type.
When travelling with Japan Airlines, Carry-On Baggage allows you to travel with two bags, one must be a personal bag such as a handbag, small laptop bag etc. and the other must be within the dimensions of 115cm total. Please note that the combined weight of both bags must not exceed 10 kg.
| Class | Number of bags | Outside Dimensions per bag (Length,Width,Height) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 2 | 203cm | 23kg |
| Premium Economy | 2 | 203cm | 23kg |
| First | 3 | 203cm | 32kg |
| Business | 3 | 203cm | 32kg |
If your luggage is outside of the airline’s guidelines, you may be charged expensive excess baggage fees on the airline. Depending on your route of travel, these charges can vary.
| Between Japan and Asia, Guam, Oceania | Between Japan, Asia, India, Oceania and Hawaii, North/Central/South America, Europe, Middle East, Africa | Within Japan (when International Conditions of Carriage applies) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per extra bag | JPY 10,000 | JPY 20,000 | JPY 5,000 |
| Exceeds size dimensions | Over 203 cm = JPY 10,000 | Over 203 cm = JPY 20,000 | Over 203 cm = JPY 5,000 |
| Exceeds weight restrictions | 23 kg – 32 kg = JPY 6,000 32 kg – 45 kg = JPY 30,000 | 23 kg – 32 kg = JPY 10,00 32 kg- 45 kg = JPY 60,000 | 23 kg – 32 kg = JPY 1,000 32 kg – 45 kg = JPY 15,000 |
Are you planning on bringing sports equipment to Japan Airlines with you? Please note, that some items might not be considered as free luggage and you might have to pay extra charges. Check here for more details regarding travelling with sports equipment.
When travelling internationally, it’s a requirement that you pass through customs. However, for domestic travel, or travel within the EU, customs is not usually required. In all cases, you will pass through security checks, to which it’s likely your ID and Documents will be checked, so it’s a good idea to have these documents ready and available throughout your journey.
Entry requirements vary from country to country. It’s very important that you research the exact requirements specific to you before you travel, as certain countries may require a visa, proof of insurance, and possibly bank statements. Your passport must also be valid for the full duration of your stay, with some countries requiring at least 6 months validity. However, all requirements will differ and are subject to your specific circumstances, such as duration of stay, purpose of travel, and the regulations that the country has set.
We recommend sourcing information about entry requirements from the country’s official websites.
Connecting flights refer to you taking multiple flights in order to reach your destination. This results in having a longer journey time, however, it’s quite common when direct services are not available.
If you have a connecting flight booked on the same ticket, typically your baggage will be checked through to your final destination. However, with potential flight delays, busy airports, and tight connections, you might make the connection, but often your baggage does not. This is why more and more travellers are travelling light by shipping their luggage ahead.
Many low-cost airlines don't offer connecting flights. This means it's your responsibility to manage your onward connections, and collect your baggage after each flight.
If you’re unsure, we recommend that you contact your airline directly.
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