〈JAL Group LCCs〉
JAL Group has three LCC carriers, offering you more
freedom and great deals to journey according to your
desired travel style, destination, and budget.
Introducing the charms of our JAL Group LCCs!
What is an LCC?
LCC is the abbreviation for Low Cost Carrier, also commonly referred to as a budget airline. The most prominent feature is the affordable flights. LCCs offer cheaper airfares, compared to Full Service Carrier (FSC) airlines such as JAL and ANA, making them a strong ally for those who want to keep costs down for travel and business trips.
Why LCCs
are Cheaper
Service Simplification
LCCs charge separately for services such as advanced seat selection, checked baggage, and in-flight meals and beverages. Eliminating unnecessary services allows LCCs to offer cheaper airfares and means that you get to customize and make purchases based on what you want. The freedom to select and buy services separately is the greatest advantage of LCCs.
Unified Aircraft Fleet
LCCs have standardized their fleets, using many of the same aircraft types to simplify maintenance and parts management and thereby cut down on maintenance costs. Fleet uniformity promotes flexible operations and more efficient use of resources.
Effective Flight Schedules
Many LCCs actively operate late-night and early- morning flights to maximize airport operating hours. By offering flights at times when airports are typically empty or at night when aircraft are often available in the ramp , LCCs can optimize the use of each aircraft and its crew. Optimizing resources lowers operating costs.
Even on short itineraries, LCCs can maximize the time spent in one place with efficient scheduling and flight combinations.
More Seats =
Maximized
Passenger Seating
LCCs reduce operating costs and offer lower fares by increasing passenger seats to accommodate more people on each flight.
Recently, many airlines have introduced business-class-like seating with extra legroom, providing more options and the freedom to choose the optimal combination for your journey.
About
JAL Group LCC’s
The Same Safety Standards
and Assurance as
Full Service Carriers
People tend to think that “cheap means low quality ” when it comes to LCCs. However, JAL Group LCCs employ the same level of maintenance and safety checks as Full Service Carriers, ensuring a consistently high level of safety.
- *ZIPAIR Tokyo / SPRING JAPAN employs JAL Group safety standards; Jetstar Japan employs Qantas Group safety standards.
Based out of Narita:
A Unique Network Different
from JAL’s
JAL Group has three LCC companies: 1) ZIPAIR , which operates out of Narita Airport and connects to North America and Asia; 2) SPRING JAPAN which serves as a bridge between Japan and China; and 3) Jetstar Japan, which operates within Japan and on short-haul international routes in the Asia-Pacific region. Each airline boasts a unique and strong network with competitively cheap fares that make air travel even more accessible.
Minimal Differences in
Flight Cancellation Rates
between LCCs And FSCs!
LCCs are often thought to have more delays and flight cancellations than Full Service Carriers, but this is not the case. JAL Group LCCs provide reliable air travel that is largely on par with other airlines, including other Full Service Carriers.
〈Domestic Air Transport Results for Fiscal 2023〉
- *Cited in part from the Japan Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (Domestic Air Transport Results for FY2023).
- *On-time flight rate: Percentage of flights that departed within 15 minutes after the scheduled departure time.
- *Cancellation rate: Ratio of cancelled flights to scheduled flights.
JAL Group’s Three LCC’s
（As of March 2025）
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ZIPAIR Tokyo Inc.
Destinations
International:
Seoul, Bangkok, Honolulu, Singapore, Los Angeles, San Jose, San Francisco, Manila, Vancouver, HoustonAircraft
Boeing 787-8
1|2
Number of Seats
290 seats
ZIP Full-Flat：18 seats / Standard：272 seats1|2
Exchange JAL Miles
- Use
- Save
Mutually redeemable with ZIPAIR Points for simplicity and ease-of-use.
You can use the exchanged ZIPAIR Points to pay for flights, baggage, or seat selection.
-
SPRING JAPAN Co., Ltd.
Destinations
Domestic (in Japan):
Narita, Sapporo, Hiroshima
International:
Harbin, Tianjin, Ningbo, Shanghai, Beijing, NanjingAircraft
Boeing 737-800
1|2
Number of Seats
189 seats
1|2
Exchange JAL Miles
- Use
Exchange your JAL Miles for Spring Japan Flight Coupons!
You can use Flight Coupons to pay for flights, baggage, or seat selection.
*JAL Mileage Bank Japan members and Spring Japan members are eligible.- Flight Coupon *Japanese Only
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Jetstar Japan Co., Ltd.
Destinations
Domestic (in Japan):
Narita, Sapporo, Asahikawa, Chubu, Kansai, Takamatsu, Matsuyama, Kochi, Fukuoka, Oita, Nagasaki, Kumamoto, Miyazaki, Kagoshima, Naha
International:
Taipei, Manilla, ShanghaiAircraft
Airbus A320 / A321LR
1|2
Number of Seats
A320: 180 seats
A321LR: 238 seats1|2
Exchange JAL Miles
- Use
Exchange your JAL Miles for Jetstar Flight Voucher or Jetstar Japan Award Ticket !
You can use Flight Vouchers to pay for flights, baggage, or seat selection.
*Jetstar Flight Voucher is eligible for JAL Mileage Bank Japan members.- Flight Voucher *Japanese Only
- Award Ticket
- Save
Earn JAL Miles when you fly on a Jetstar Japan flight!
Eligible with Flex and Flex Plus airfares
Message
ZIPAIR Tokyo Inc.
Honolulu Route Agent,
Marketing Department
ZIPAIR Tokyo Inc.
We’re aiming to be an LCC that delivers service quality that meets modern-day needs alongside ultimate value for money. Our NEW BASIC concept is not bound by established conventions in the airline industry, and our employees are always ready to take on new challenges to deliver unprecedented in-flight experiences for our customers. We keep costs down while offering passengers the same quality of seat pitch as Full Service Carriers and free in-flight Wi-Fi, so they can enjoy a similar level of comfort in the air as they do on the ground. Furthermore, customers can choose additional optional services from a diverse range of options such as airport lounges according to their travel needs and style. We are expanding our network so that even more people can enjoy and take better advantage of our services.
SPRING JAPAN Co., Ltd.
Airport Services Agent,
General Operation Affairs
SPRING JAPAN Co., Ltd.
At SPRING JAPAN, we boast a friendly and at-home environment without barriers between departments and divisions. We have a multinational team and respect each other’s culture and customs. As an LCC, we have the unique advantage of a work environment where young employees can challenge themselves to achieve new heights with the widespread support of many colleagues. This leads to better personal development. We have also built a strong community throughout our flight network and actively participate in events and volunteer activities. At SPRING JAPAN, our keyword is SMILE, which is also part of our logo, and we all work together to uphold and embody this desire to bring smiles to the faces of our customers. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.
Jetstar Japan Co., Ltd.
Sales Planning,
Commercial
Jetstar Japan Co., Ltd.
At Jetstar Japan, we mainly operate domestic and short-haul Asian-Pacific international flights out of Narita Airport. As we are a member of the Jetstar Group, our customers can enjoy the reciprocal networks with our sister Jetstar airlines together with the warm, friendly style of hospitality typical of Australian-born companies. We actively pursue initiatives that contribute to the SDGs, such as planting trees in the forests near Asahikawa city and readily challenge ourselves in areas beyond the airline industry.
We want everyone to experience the anticipation and excitement that comes with flying, and we do this by offering low airfares and making travel easy and affordable. In Autumn 2024, we introduced an entirely new uniform to welcome our passengers and convey our new brand image. We look forward to welcoming you aboard our Jetstar Japan flights.
