How Many Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Miles from Los Angeles to Japan?
Also see: Japan → Los Angeles
Flying from Los Angeles (LAX) to Japan on JAL Mileage Bank miles costs 27,000 miles in economy and 55,000 miles in business class each way. The westbound LAX–Japan flight runs approximately 11–12 hours — roughly 1–2 hours shorter than the return eastbound leg due to jet streams. LAX is one of JAL's most frequently served North American gateways, giving you the most flight options and the best award availability.
Japan Airlines Award Chart — Los Angeles to Japan
JAL departs LAX to both Tokyo Narita (NRT) and Tokyo Haneda (HND), plus seasonal service to Osaka Kansai (KIX). Japan has two Tokyo airports: Haneda (HND) is closer to central Tokyo (~30 min by monorail); Narita (NRT) is further out (~60–90 min). Check which your specific flight uses when booking.
| Cabin | Miles (each way) |
|---|---|
| Economy | 27,000 |
| Premium Economy | 40,000 |
| Business Class | 55,000 |
| First Class | 110,000 (low season) / 125,000 (regular) / 140,000 (high season) |
First class uses JAL's three-tier peak pricing. Low season covers shoulder months; high season includes summer (July–August), Golden Week, and year-end holidays.
Tips for Redeeming JAL Miles to Los Angeles to Japan
- 1LAX offers the most JAL departure options in North America — both NRT and HND are served, giving you more flexibility when searching award space.
- 2The westbound LAX→Japan leg is ~1–2 hours shorter than the return. If you're sensitive to jet lag, flying west first is generally easier.
- 3Haneda (HND) arrivals put you closer to central Tokyo. If you're heading straight to the city, HND saves significant transit time over NRT.
- 4JAL business class passengers have lounge access before departure at LAX.
- 5JAL Business Class (Sky Suite on 777/A350, Sky Suite III on 787) features fully flat beds with direct aisle access — 55,000 miles each way is exceptional value for one of the best business class products in the sky.
- 6American Express Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, and Citi ThankYou all transfer to JAL Mileage Bank at 1:1.
- 7All JAL award flights must originate or end in Japan. You cannot use JAL miles for itineraries that don't touch Japan.
- 8Stopovers in Japan are permitted on international awards — you can add a Japan stay to your itinerary at no extra mileage cost.
- 9First class is only available on JAL's Boeing 777-300ER and Airbus A350 — not all flights on this route offer it. Check the aircraft type when searching.
- 10First class uses three-tier peak pricing: low season is cheapest; high season (summer, Golden Week, year-end) costs the most.
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