About Pacific Joint Business
JAL and American Airlines Pacific Joint Business
The joint business between JAL and American Airlines offers customers more destinations across the Pacific through American Airlines' extensive network in the United States, the Caribbean, Central and South America. Customers can earn and redeem miles on both JAL and American Airlines' eligible flights and experience seamless travel comfort at premium lounges in various airports.
2026: A Milestone Year for JAL and American Airlines Celebrating 15 Years of Partnership and American Airlines’ 100th anniversary
2026 marks two historic milestones with the Pacific Joint Business between JAL and American Airlines celebrates 15 years of partnership, and the 100th anniversary of American Airlines' founding.
Over the past 15 years, we have strived to offer the seamless convenience of a "single airline." From expanding our trans-Pacific network to synchronizing schedules, lounges, and mileage programs, we have remained dedicated to providing essential value for every customer journey. We owe these incredible milestones to you, our valued customers, whose loyalty has made this progress possible.
As we celebrate these anniversaries, we renew our commitment to deepening our network and enhancing our services.
Network
American Airlines operates flights from major hubs such as Dallas-Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York to over 200 domestic cities throughout the United States.
- Asian routes (except for India), domestic routes in Japan and in the US, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands that connect to the above routes are also included in these JB routes.
JAL Expands Chicago Service with New Narita-Chicago Route: Now Operating Twice Daily from Tokyo
JAL is starting its new Narita – Chicago service, operating daily (7 flights per week), effective May 31, 2025.
With the addition of this new route to the existing Haneda – Chicago service, JAL will now offer a total of 14 weekly flights (two flights daily) between Tokyo and Chicago. As a major hub for our Joint Business partner, American Airlines, Chicago O'Hare International Airport provides our customers with seamless and convenient connections to numerous cities across the Midwest and Eastern United States.
This expansion further strengthens our trans-Pacific network and reinforces our commitment to providing a more convenient and comprehensive travel experience for our global customers.
JAL & American Airlines: More Choices with 3 Daily Flights to New York
Together with American Airlines, our partnership operates 3 daily Haneda (HND) – New York (JFK) flights, providing you with even more flexibility to choose the schedule that best fits your travel needs. JAL is starting its new Narita – Chicago service, operating daily (7 flights per week), effective May 31, 2025.
With the addition of this new route to the existing Haneda – Chicago service, JAL will now offer a total of 14 weekly flights (two flights daily) between Tokyo and Chicago. As a major hub for our Joint Business partner, American Airlines, Chicago O'Hare International Airport provides our customers with seamless and convenient connections to numerous cities across the Midwest and Eastern United States.
This expansion further strengthens our trans-Pacific network and reinforces our commitment to providing a more convenient and comprehensive travel experience for our global customers.
As the only U.S. carrier to offer direct service between Tokyo and New York, American Airlines delivers a seamless travel experience, leveraging its extensive network across the United States.
Via New York, you can enjoy optimized connections to major U.S. cities like Boston and Washington, D.C., as well as destinations throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. Furthermore, with both JAL and American Airlines operating out of JFK Terminal 8, your transit experience is smoother and more convenient than ever.
Recommended Itinerary
Tokyo - Las Vegas
Outbound
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| Flight | Route | Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| AA170 / JL7016 | Tokyo (Haneda)→Los Angeles | 13:05 | 7:00 |
| AA801 / JL7580 | Los Angeles→Las Vegas | 9:17 | 10:38 |
Tips
With a short layover in Los Angeles, you will be arriving at Las Vegas in the morning and having ample time to see the famous Las Vegas sign on the same day!
Inbound
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| Flight | Route | Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| AA1270 / JL7517 | Las Vegas→Los Angeles | 18:45 | 20:01 |
| AA169 / JL7015 | Los Angeles→Tokyo (Haneda) | 1:15+1 | 5:05+2 |
Tips
Late evening departure allows you to enjoy till the last moment in the neon city of Las Vegas.
- This information is as of March 2026. Flight schedules and flight numbers are subject to change. Please refer American Airlines' official website of American Airlines or our reservation system belows for the latest information.
Mileage Program
JMB members can earn miles from or redeem miles for American Airlines' eligible flights. Furthermore, JMB elite members such as JMB Diamond and JGC Premier members can earn bonus miles in addition to regular flight miles when traveling on American Airlines, based on their membership status.
Example
Los Angeles - Las Vegas
The accrued miles for Economy Class at regular fare (100% accrual rate): 11,398 miles
1. Tokyo (Haneda)
American Airlines / JAL
2. Los Angeles
American Airlines
3. Las Vegas
American Airlines
4. Los Angeles
American Airlines / JAL
5. Tokyo (Haneda)
Please refer to the following page for detailed information about the mileage program.
American Airlines InFlight Services
Flagship® Business offers 195cm-length, all-aisle access fully lie-flat seats. On flights between Japan and North America, customers can enjoy an elevated inflight experience such as chef-designed Japanese menu, branded pillows and blankets developed in collaboration with sleep technology company Casper, and complimentary entertainment with Bang & Olufsen headphones.
*These photographs are images.
Other Services by American Airlines
Checked Baggage
The same baggage rules as Japan Airlines apply when traveling with American Airlines. Click link below for more information about Japan Airlines' baggage policy,
Exclusive Check-in Counter
JMB Diamond, JGC Premier, JMB Sapphire, and JAL Global Club members traveling on American Airlines codeshare flights are eligible for check-in at the exclusive American Airlines counters.
Lounge Services
JMB Diamond, JGC Premier, JMB Sapphire, and JAL Global Club members traveling on American Airlines codeshare flights are eligible for American Airlines lounges access.
- Member plus one (1) accompanying guest.
Flagship® Lounge
The spacious Flagship® Lounge offers a luxurious and relaxing space such as a cocktail bar and a wine table. In addition, Flagship® First Dining invites Flagship® First customers to enjoy their favorite course meals in the dedicated dining space at the lounge.
Admirals Club®
A membership lounge that operates in nearly 50 locations around the world, offering complimentary services such as hot snacks, a bar corner, and a shower room, as well as a full range of amenities to make travel more productive and relaxing.
- Limited to some airports within the United States.
