Today, Japan Airlines (JL) resumed nonstop flights between Tokyo, Japan via Narita International Airport (NRT) and San Diego International Airport (SAN). American Airlines (AA) will codeshare on this service resumption. The service will initially operate three times a week with the following schedule:
| Effective Date | Route | Flight Number | Operating Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2, 2021 | Tokyo to San Diego | JL-66 / AA-8480 | Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday |
| March 3, 2021 | San Diego to Tokyo | JL-65 / AA-8479 | Wednesday, Friday, Sunday |
“The resumption of service to Tokyo is an important step in our recovery process,” said Kimberly Becker, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority President and CEO. “With many economic and defense ties between our two cities, this route will foster continued business interactions. We welcome Japan Airlines back to San Diego International Airport.”
The resumption comes after Japan Airlines suspended service in April 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Pre-COVID-19, the airline offered daily nonstop flights which were immensely popular.
Effective January 26, 2021, air passengers flying into the United States from another country are required to get a viral test within the three days before their flight to the U.S. departs, and provide written documentation of their laboratory test result to the airline or documentation of having recovered from COVID-19. Airlines must confirm the negative test result or documentation of recovery before boarding. For more information, click here.
SAN has achieved Airports Council International (ACI) Airport Health Accreditation for its “Let’s Go Safely” program, prioritizing the health and safety of passengers, employees, and the community. Measures include increased cleaning, electrostatic spraying, signage, floor decals for social distancing, hand sanitizer stations, Plexiglas barriers, and face masks required on all airport property. To learn more, visit san.org/gosafely.
For tickets, please visit jal.com/en/.
ABOUT SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the busiest single-runway commercial service airport in the U.S. and the third busiest airport in California. In 2019, SAN welcomed 25 million passengers and offered nonstop flights worldwide. The airport contributes nearly $12 billion in economic activity and supports approximately 116,600 jobs. The Airport Authority is progressing with the New T1 program to replace Terminal 1 and enhance the airport experience. Managed by the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority. For more information, visit san.org.
