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Japan Airlines Online Check-in Guide
Japan's second-largest airline (with ANA) and OneWorld founder. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure on jal.co.jp or in the JAL app.
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- Manage bookingChange your Japan Airlines reservation
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- Account loginFrequent-flyer / loyalty sign-in
Get the Japan Airlines app for the smoothest check-in experience:
When does Japan Airlines check-in open and close?
How to check in online with Japan Airlines
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Have your booking reference and ID ready
You'll need a 6-character booking reference (PNR) and a valid travel document (passport or EU/EEA national ID).
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Open the official check-in page
Use the button at the top of this page or visit jal.co.jp directly. Avoid third-party "check-in" sites.
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Enter passenger details
Add passport / ID number, expiry date, and country of issue if travelling internationally. This step is mandatory and blocks check-in if skipped.
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Choose seats and add extras
Random seats are free in the 24-hour window; named seats and priority boarding cost extra. Skip if you don't need them.
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Save the boarding pass
Add to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet. The Japan Airlines app stores it offline once downloaded.
Mobile vs desktop check-in
| Feature | Mobile (app) | Desktop (web) |
|---|---|---|
| Boarding pass in Wallet | Yes (recommended) | Email link only |
| Passport scan | Yes (camera) | Manual entry |
| Push gate updates | Yes | No |
| Print boarding pass | Via email link | Yes |
| Best for | Day-of-travel use | Troubleshooting, family bookings |
Japan Airlines baggage at a glance
| Type | Dimensions | Weight | Included? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal item | 40×20×10 cm | 10 kg | Yes |
| Carry-on | 55×40×25 cm | 10 kg | Yes |
| Checked | — | 23 kg | Yes |
Common Japan Airlines check-in problems
Touch & Go (domestic) requires registered IC card
Problem: JAL's domestic Japan 'Touch & Go' check-in needs a Suica/Pasmo or JAL credit card registered to your booking.
Solution: Use the JAL app for domestic check-in — it works without IC cards. International flights use the standard mobile flow.
JL/AA codeshare confusion at JFK and LAX
Problem: Many JL flights to/from US are American Airlines metal (codeshare). Online check-in must be done with the operating airline.
Solution: Look at 'Operated by' on the booking. If American Airlines, use aa.com. If JAL metal, use jal.co.jp.
Japan Airlines check-in FAQ
When does Japan Airlines check-in open?
24 hours before scheduled departure. Closes 75 minutes before for international (US/Europe), 30 minutes before for Japan domestic.
Does JAL include checked bags in Economy?
Yes on international (typically 2 × 23 kg pieces for transpacific, 1 × 23 kg to Europe). Japan domestic includes 20 kg free.
