Japan Airlines vs Skymark Airlines
Side-by-side comparison of Japan Airlines and Skymark Airlines: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
Japan
| Japan Airlines | Skymark Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Founded | 1951 | 1996 |
| Type | Full-service airline | Low-cost carrier |
| Alliance | oneworld | - |
| Main hubs | Haneda Airport, Narita International Airport | Haneda Airport, Kobe Airport |
| Aircraft types | 5 | 1 |
| Cabin bag weight | 10 kg (22 lb) | - |
| Checked bag (Economy) | 2 pieces · 23 kg (51 lb) | - |
| Extra bag fee | from 200 USD | - |
| Online check-in opens | 24 h | 24 h |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h | 1 h 30 min |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +81 3 5460 3109 | 050-3786-0283 |
Key differences
- Japan Airlines lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h vs 1 h 30 min).
- Skymark Airlines is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Japan Airlines bundles more into the ticket.
- Japan Airlines is a oneworld member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.
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Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.