Japan Airlines Business Class Alert: How to Snag Your Seat for 60,000 Points!
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If you’ve been dreaming of flying to Japan in luxury, now’s the time to act! Japan Airlines just released a treasure trove of business class award seats across multiple routes, available for as low as 60,000 points. Whether you’re planning a trip in the coming months or looking to book far in advance, here’s everything you need to know to secure your seat.
Routes with Available Seats:
San Francisco (SFO): November, December, January, February, March
Los Angeles (LAX): January, February, March
Seattle (SEA): November, December, January, February, March
Vancouver (YVR): December, January, February, March
How to Book:
You have several options depending on which loyalty program you’re using:
60,000 miles on American Airlines AAdvantage
75,000 miles on Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan
77,250 Avios on British Airways Executive Club (after a 30% Amex transfer bonus, requiring around 60,000 Amex Membership Rewards points)
90,000 miles on Qantas Frequent Flyer
Step-by-Step Booking Guide:
Here’s a detailed guide to make sure you’re getting the most out of your points:
Search on AA.com:
Begin by searching for Japan Airlines flights using the calendar view on AA.com. The calendar view is particularly useful for spotting dates with available award seats. American Airlines usually displays availability across partner airlines like Japan Airlines, making this your first stop in the search process.
Confirm Availability on British Airways:
Once you’ve found dates that work on AA.com, the next step is to head over to the British Airways website. Use their award search tool to confirm that the seats are available through British Airways Executive Club as well. It’s essential to double-check availability here, especially if you’re planning to use Avios for the booking.
Transfer Amex Points to British Airways:
After confirming availability, it’s time to transfer your Amex Membership Rewards points to British Airways Avios. With the current 30% transfer bonus, you’ll need approximately 60,000 Amex points to get 77,250 Avios, which is just enough to book your Japan Airlines business class seat.
Book Your Flight:
Don’t hesitate! Once your points have transferred, book your Japan Airlines business class seat for 77,250 Avios. Remember, availability can change quickly, so it’s crucial to lock in your seat as soon as possible.
Why Book Through British Airways?
Booking through British Airways with Avios offers a great way to leverage the Amex transfer bonus, making your points go further. While American Airlines and Alaska Airlines also offer excellent redemption rates, British Airways’ transfer bonus can be a game-changer, especially when booking premium cabin flights like business class on Japan Airlines.
Final Thoughts:
Japan Airlines’ business class is renowned for its exceptional service, comfort, and attention to detail. Scoring a seat for as low as 60,000 points is an incredible deal, especially considering the usual cash price of these flights. Whether you’re planning a business trip, a vacation, or just a luxurious getaway, this is a prime opportunity to use your points for maximum value.
This availability won’t last long, so act fast and secure your seat to Japan!
The Bonus Calculator: Your Secret Weapon
This is where my Travel Cheat Sheets come into play. Inside this digital product, you’ll find a Transfer Bonus Calculator that helps you determine how many Amex points to transfer to British Airways to maximize your Avios. This tool makes it incredibly easy to use transfer bonuses like the one we discussed. If you want to ensure you’re getting the best value for your points, you’ll want to check out my Travel Cheat Sheets!
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