{"id":4874,"date":"2026-11-03T02:37:08","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T02:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/?p=4874"},"modified":"2026-11-03T06:57:30","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T06:57:30","slug":"amex-points-to-japan-airlines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/amex-points-to-japan-airlines\/","title":{"rendered":"Amex Points to Japan Airlines: How to Book the Right Way"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>.fp-sf{color-scheme:light;--blue:#0a5afe; --blue-dark:#0949d4; --navy:#09326c;--ink:#0F172A; --body:#1E293B; --muted:#475569; --soft:#64748B;--line:#E2E8F0; --line-strong:#CBD5E1;--tint:#f5f8ff; --tint-line:#cce0ff; --chip-line:#cce0ff; --chip-bg:#e6f0ff;--panel:#F8FAFC; --orange:#F97316; --marker:#C2410C;}.fp-sf,.fp-sf *{box-sizing:border-box}.fp-sf{margin:0;background:transparent;color:var(--ink);font-family:'DM Sans',system-ui,-apple-system,sans-serif;-webkit-font-smoothing:antialiased}.fp-sf.fp-sf 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.bottom-bar{padding-left:max(16px,env(safe-area-inset-left,0px));padding-right:max(16px,env(safe-area-inset-right,0px))}<\/style>\n<div class=\"fp-sf\"><datalist id=\"airports\">\n<option value=\"Los Angeles (LAX)\"><option value=\"San Francisco (SFO)\"><option value=\"San Diego (SAN)\"><option value=\"Seattle (SEA)\"><option value=\"New York JFK (JFK)\"><option value=\"Chicago (ORD)\"><option value=\"Dallas (DFW)\"><option value=\"Boston (BOS)\"><option value=\"Honolulu (HNL)\"><option value=\"Vancouver (YVR)\">\n<\/datalist>\n<section class=\"wrap hero\">\n<div class=\"hero-main\">\n<div class=\"meta\"><span class=\"pill\">Transfer Guides<\/span><span>Nov 3, 2026 \u00b7 8 min read<\/span><\/div>\n<h1>Amex Points to Japan Airlines: How to Book the Right Way<\/h1>\n<p class=\"dek\">Amex doesn\u2019t transfer directly to Japan Airlines. Here\u2019s how to use Amex points to book JAL flights through the right transfer partners.<\/p>\n<form id=\"fp-search\" class=\"search-box js-search\">\n<div class=\"search-head\"><strong>Search award seats to Japan<\/strong><span>Free account \u00b7 No credit card<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"fields\">\n<label class=\"field\"><span>From<\/span><input id=\"f1\" type=\"text\" name=\"from\" list=\"airports\" placeholder=\"City or airport\" autocomplete=\"off\"><\/label>\n<label class=\"field\"><span>To<\/span><input id=\"f2\" type=\"text\" name=\"to\" value=\"Tokyo Haneda (HND)\"><\/label>\n<label class=\"field\"><span>When<\/span><input id=\"f3\" type=\"date\" name=\"date\" aria-label=\"Departure date (optional)\"><\/label>\n<a class=\"btn-primary js-go\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/search?destinations=HND&amp;applicable_cabin=any&amp;disable_live_filtering=false&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=flight_search\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"11\" cy=\"11\" r=\"7\"\/><path d=\"M20 20l-3.5-3.5\"\/><\/svg> Search<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"chips\">\n<span>One search compares:<\/span>\n<span class=\"chip\">British Airways Avios<\/span><span class=\"chip\">Cathay Pacific Asia Miles<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"trust\"><span><strong>4.8<\/strong> \u00b7 Trusted by 10,000+ travellers<\/span><span>25+ award programs in one search<\/span><\/div>\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"feature-img\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Amex Membership Rewards points move to British Airways Avios or Cathay Pacific Asia Miles, which then book a Japan Airlines seat\">\n<span class=\"fi-kicker\">The route your points take<\/span>\n<div class=\"fi-node\">Amex Membership Rewards<\/div>\n<div class=\"fi-arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2193<\/div>\n<div class=\"fi-pair\">\n<div class=\"fi-node\">British Airways Avios<small>1:1 transfer<\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"fi-node\">Cathay Pacific Asia Miles<small>5:4 transfer<\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fi-arrow\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2193<\/div>\n<div class=\"fi-node end\">Japan Airlines seat<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"wrap layout\">\n<aside class=\"share\" aria-label=\"Share\">\n<span class=\"readtime\">8 min<br>read<\/span>\n<span>Share<\/span>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=Amex%20Points%20to%20Japan%20Airlines%3A%20How%20to%20Book%20the%20Right%20Way\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\"Share on X\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M4 4l16 16M20 4L4 20\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#fp-search\" id=\"copyLink\" aria-label=\"Copy link\"><svg width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M10 14a5 5 0 0 0 7 0l3-3a5 5 0 0 0-7-7l-1 1\"\/><path d=\"M14 10a5 5 0 0 0-7 0l-3 3a5 5 0 0 0 7 7l1-1\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n<\/aside>\n<article>\n<nav class=\"toc-inline\" aria-label=\"Table of contents\">\n<strong>In this guide<\/strong>\n<div class=\"grid\"><a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-why\">No direct transfer<\/a><a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-partners\">Transfer partners<\/a><a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-check\">Check availability<\/a><a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-steps\">Step-by-step booking<\/a><a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-cabin\">Economy or business<\/a><a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-mistakes\">Common mistakes<\/a><a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-flightpoints\">How Flightpoints helps<\/a><a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<p>You open your Amex account, ready to transfer points to Japan Airlines, and the option isn&#8217;t there. That&#8217;s not a glitch. Japan Airlines simply isn&#8217;t a direct Amex transfer partner, which confuses a lot of experienced points users who assumed otherwise.<\/p>\n<p>So how do you actually move amex points to Japan Airlines flights? And which partner program gets you the best seat without wasting a transfer you can&#8217;t undo?<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we&#8217;ll walk through the partner programs that work, how to confirm availability before you transfer, and the mistakes that cost travelers the most points.<\/p>\n<div class=\"glance\">\n<strong>TL;DR<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Amex points can&#8217;t transfer directly to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank; you need a partner program first.<\/li>\n<li>British Airways Avios and Cathay Pacific Asia Miles are the two main routes for booking JAL awards with Amex points.<\/li>\n<li>Always confirm Japan Airlines award availability before transferring, since Amex transfers are one-way.<\/li>\n<li>Both partners price by distance, but their mileage bands differ, so the cheaper option depends on your specific route.<\/li>\n<li>Business class redemptions usually deliver far more value per point than economy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"k-why\">Why Amex Points Can&#8217;t Transfer Directly to Japan Airlines<\/h2>\n<p>Japan Airlines runs its own loyalty program, JAL Mileage Bank, and it isn&#8217;t on American Express&#8217;s transfer partner list. This surprises travelers who assume every major airline accepts Amex transfers.<\/p>\n<p>The workaround isn&#8217;t complicated once you understand it. Japan Airlines belongs to the <a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/alliances\/oneworld?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=oneworld\">Oneworld alliance<\/a>, and several Oneworld and non-alliance partners publish JAL award seats through their own programs. Amex transfers to some of those programs, which is how you end up booking a Japan Airlines flight with points that technically never touched JAL&#8217;s system.<\/p>\n<p>This is the core logic behind every amex points to Japan Airlines strategy: you&#8217;re not transferring to the airline; you&#8217;re transferring to a program that can see and book the airline&#8217;s award inventory.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"k-partners\">Amex Points to Japan Airlines: Which Transfer Partners Work<\/h2>\n<p>Two Amex transfer partners give you realistic access to Japan Airlines award seats: <a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/transfer-amex-points-to-british-airways\/\">British Airways Avios<\/a> and <a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/transfer-partners\/cathay-pacific-transfer-partners\">Cathay Pacific Asia Miles<\/a>. Each prices and releases availability differently, so the &#8220;better&#8221; option depends on your route.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-box\">\n<table>\n<thead><tr><th>Factor<\/th><th>British Airways Avios<\/th><th>Cathay Pacific Asia Miles<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td>Amex transfer ratio<\/td><td>1:1<\/td><td>5:4 (1,000 Amex points = 800 Asia Miles)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Pricing model<\/td><td>Distance-based<\/td><td>Distance-based (wider mileage bands)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Best for<\/td><td>Shorter US-Japan routes (West Coast)<\/td><td>Longer routes and more flexible routing<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Surcharges<\/td><td>Can be moderate to high<\/td><td>Generally lower<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Booking access<\/td><td>Book directly on ba.com<\/td><td>Book directly on cathaypacific.com<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"strip\">\n<span><strong>See both programs side by side<\/strong> for your dates.<\/span>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#fp-search\">Search seats to Japan <svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2.2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M5 12h14M13 6l6 6-6 6\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p>Distance-based pricing means Avios gets cheaper the shorter your flight, which works well if you&#8217;re departing from the West Coast. Asia Miles also prices by distance, but its mileage bands are wider, which can favor longer routes.<\/p>\n<p>Neither option is universally better. The right call depends on your departure city, the cabin you want, and how sensitive you are to cash surcharges on top of the points.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"k-check\">How to Check Japan Airlines Award Availability Before You Transfer<\/h2>\n<p>This is the step most guides underemphasize, and it&#8217;s the one that actually protects your points. Amex transfers are one-way. Once you move points to Avios or Asia Miles, you can&#8217;t move them back or send them to a different program.<\/p>\n<p>Before transferring anything, confirm the seat actually exists:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Search American Airlines&#8217; site (aa.com) for Japan Airlines-operated flights, since AA often displays JAL partner award space clearly.<\/li>\n<li>Cross-check on ba.com or cathaypacific.com directly, since availability shown on one partner site doesn&#8217;t always match another.<\/li>\n<li>Note the fare class tied to the award seat, since not every JAL seat releases to every partner program.<\/li>\n<li>Call the partner airline if the online search looks inconsistent, since some award space is phone-only.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Only after you&#8217;ve confirmed a bookable seat should you initiate the transfer. Treat the search step as non-negotiable, not optional due diligence.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/what-is-award-seat-availability-and-why-its-so-hard-to-find\/\">What Is Award Seat Availability? (And Why It\u2019s Hard to Find)<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"k-steps\">Step-by-Step: Transferring Amex Points and Booking a Japan Airlines Seat<\/h2>\n<p>Moving amex points to Japan Airlines isn\u2019t complicated once you know the sequence. Once you\u2019ve confirmed availability, the actual booking process follows a predictable pattern.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 1: Confirm the Seat Twice<\/h3>\n<p>Recheck the flight on the partner&#8217;s own site right before transferring. Award space can disappear in the time it takes to log into your Amex account.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Transfer the Right Amount (With a Buffer)<\/h3>\n<p>Transfer slightly more points than the <a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/tools\/points-calculator?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=points_calculator\">listed award price<\/a> when possible. Prices can shift between confirming availability and completing the transfer, and a buffer avoids a second, slower transfer.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Book Within the Partner&#8217;s Platform<\/h3>\n<p>Log in to British Airways or Cathay Pacific directly and complete the booking there, not through Amex Travel. Amex points redeemed through its own portal for Japan Airlines cost far more per seat than transferring to a partner first.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Verify the Ticket<\/h3>\n<p>Confirm your PNR shows Japan Airlines as the operating carrier and that the seat, cabin, and dates match what you intended to book.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"k-cabin\">Economy vs. Business Class: Where Your Amex Points Go Furthest<\/h2>\n<p>Not every cabin delivers the same value per point. This matters more for amex points to Japan Airlines redemptions than for cash fares, since the point cost doesn&#8217;t scale the same way ticket prices do.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-box\">\n<table>\n<thead><tr><th>Cabin<\/th><th>Typical Points Range (one-way)<\/th><th>Value Per Point<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td>Economy<\/td><td>25,000 to 40,000<\/td><td>Lower; often better to pay cash<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Premium Economy<\/td><td>40,000 to 60,000<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Business Class<\/td><td>60,000 to 85,000+<\/td><td>Highest; this is where points redemptions shine<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Economy cash fares to Japan are frequently affordable enough that redeeming points there isn&#8217;t the best use of your balance. Business class cash fares, by contrast, often run several thousand dollars, which is where a points redemption delivers outsized value.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re deciding whether to redeem at all, the <a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/book-business-class-to-japan-with-points\/\">best way to redeem Amex points for Japan Airlines business class<\/a> is usually to prioritize that cabin specifically, rather than spreading points across economy bookings where cash makes more sense.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/blogs\/how-to-book-business-class-with-points-the-complete-guide\/\">How to Book Business Class with Points: A Thoughtful Strategy<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"k-mistakes\">Common Mistakes to Avoid When Redeeming Amex Points for Japan Airlines<\/h2>\n<p>Most wasted points come from a handful of repeatable errors, not bad luck.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Transferring before confirming a seat.<\/strong> Amex transfers can&#8217;t be reversed, so an unconfirmed transfer can leave points stranded in a program you didn&#8217;t plan to use.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ignoring carrier surcharges.<\/strong> Some partner programs add significant fuel or carrier surcharges on top of points, which can change which option is actually cheaper.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Booking economy with points when cash is comparable.<\/strong> This burns points that would deliver far more value toward a business class seat later.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assuming all JAL inventory is open to every partner.<\/strong> Award space varies by program, so one partner showing &#8220;no availability&#8221; doesn&#8217;t mean the seat doesn&#8217;t exist elsewhere.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Waiting too long to book once space is found.<\/strong> Japan routes are popular, and premium cabin award seats can disappear within hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"k-flightpoints\">How Flightpoints Simplifies Amex-to-Japan Airlines Decisions<\/h2>\n<p>Figuring out which transfer partner fits your route, confirming real-time availability across multiple airline sites, and comparing surcharges manually takes real time, and a wrong move can strand your points in the wrong program.<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s the exact decision complexity <a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=homepage\">Flightpoints<\/a> is built to remove.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of checking Avios pricing, then Asia Miles pricing, then separately searching for Japan Airlines space on two or three different airline websites, Flightpoints brings that comparison into one place.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/routes?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=routes\">Routes<\/a> helps you see which transfer partner actually makes sense for your specific departure city and cabin, instead of guessing how each program&#8217;s distance bands apply to your route.<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/alerts\/create?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=create_alert\">Alerts<\/a> notify you when Japan Airlines award space opens on routes you&#8217;re watching, so you&#8217;re not refreshing multiple sites manually.<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/explore?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=explore\">Explore<\/a> lets you compare cabin and redemption options side by side before committing any points.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The goal isn&#8217;t to find you a deal. It&#8217;s to make sure you understand the tradeoff before you transfer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"k-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Booking amex points to Japan Airlines comes down to one decision: pick the right transfer partner and confirm the seat before moving any points. Avios and Asia Miles both work, but they price differently, and picking the wrong one can cost you points or cabin options.<\/p>\n<p>The travelers who get the most value aren\u2019t the ones who move fastest. They check availability first, understand how each partner prices the route, and prioritize business class where points go furthest.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d rather not compare partner pricing and availability manually every time, <a class=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=homepage\">Flightpoints<\/a> is built to simplify that decision. Explore your options and see which path fits your points balance before you transfer anything.<\/p>\n<form class=\"end-block js-search\">\n<div>\n<strong class=\"big\">Find your seat to Tokyo in seconds<\/strong>\n<span class=\"sub\">Compare British Airways Avios, Cathay Pacific Asia Miles and more in one search. Free account, no credit card.<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fields\">\n<label class=\"field\"><span>From<\/span><input id=\"f4\" type=\"text\" name=\"from\" list=\"airports\" placeholder=\"City or airport\" autocomplete=\"off\"><\/label>\n<label class=\"field\"><span>To<\/span><input id=\"f5\" type=\"text\" name=\"to\" value=\"Tokyo Haneda (HND)\"><\/label>\n<a class=\"btn-orange js-go\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/search?destinations=HND&amp;applicable_cabin=any&amp;disable_live_filtering=false&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=flight_search\">Search award seats<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/alerts\/create?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=create_alert\" class=\"alert-link\">Not booking yet? Get an alert when seats to Japan open<\/a>\n<\/form>\n<h2 id=\"k-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq\">\n<strong>Can I transfer Amex points directly to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank?<\/strong>\n<p>No. Japan Airlines is not an American Express transfer partner, so Membership Rewards points can\u2019t move into JAL Mileage Bank directly. Transfer to British Airways Avios or Cathay Pacific Asia Miles first, then book the Japan Airlines seat through that program.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq\">\n<strong>Is it better to book Japan Airlines through British Airways or Cathay Pacific?<\/strong>\n<p>It depends on your route. Both programs price by distance. Avios favors shorter West Coast flights, while Asia Miles uses wider mileage bands that often suit longer routes with lower surcharges.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq\">\n<strong>How far in advance should I book Japan Airlines with points?<\/strong>\n<p>Japan routes, especially business class, get claimed quickly. Searching 10 to 11 months out generally gives the widest selection, though last-minute space does appear closer to departure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq\">\n<strong>Do Amex points redeemed through the Amex Travel portal work for Japan Airlines?<\/strong>\n<p>Technically yes, but it\u2019s rarely the best value. Booking through Amex Travel usually costs far more points per seat than transferring to a partner program and booking there directly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq\">\n<strong>What happens if I transfer Amex points and then can&#8217;t find a Japan Airlines seat?<\/strong>\n<p>The points stay in that partner\u2019s account, since Amex transfers are one-way and can\u2019t be reversed. This is why confirming real availability before transferring matters so much.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<aside class=\"rail\" aria-label=\"Guide navigation and search\">\n<div class=\"card rail-toc\">\n<span class=\"label\">In this guide<\/span>\n<nav>\n<a href=\"#k-why\" class=\"current\">Why there is no direct transfer<\/a>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-partners\">Which transfer partners work<\/a>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-check\">Check availability first<\/a>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-steps\">Transfer and book, step by step<\/a>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-cabin\">Economy or business class<\/a>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-mistakes\">Common mistakes to avoid<\/a>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-flightpoints\">How Flightpoints helps<\/a>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a>\n<a class=\"fp-l\" href=\"#k-faqs\">FAQs<\/a>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"rail-search\">\n<form class=\"card js-search\">\n<strong>Find award seats to Japan<\/strong>\n<label class=\"field\"><span>From<\/span><input id=\"f6\" type=\"text\" name=\"from\" list=\"airports\" placeholder=\"City or airport\" autocomplete=\"off\"><\/label>\n<label class=\"field\"><span>To<\/span><input id=\"f7\" type=\"text\" name=\"to\" value=\"Tokyo Haneda (HND)\"><\/label>\n<a class=\"btn-primary js-go\" href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/search?destinations=HND&amp;applicable_cabin=any&amp;disable_live_filtering=false&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=flight_search\">Search seats<\/a>\n<span class=\"rail-note\"><strong>4.8<\/strong> \u00b7 Trusted by 10,000+ travellers<br>Free account \u00b7 No credit card<\/span>\n<\/form>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/flightpoints.com\/alliances\/oneworld?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal&amp;utm_campaign=oneworld\" class=\"card tool-card\">\n<span class=\"tool-icon\"><svg width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"9\"\/><path d=\"M3 12h18M12 3a14 14 0 0 1 0 18M12 3a14 14 0 0 0 0 18\"\/><\/svg><\/span>\n<span class=\"tool-text\">\n<strong>Oneworld award search<\/strong>\nJapan Airlines flies in Oneworld. 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