#Japan #Tokyo #JAL #Japan Airlines #JTA

Introduction

Japan Airlines (JAL) and Japan Transocean Air (JTA) have officially submitted a request to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism to revise their fuel surcharge, commonly referred to as the “fuel surcharge,” for international flights. This revision is set to take effect for tickets issued between September and October of 2026.

Background Information

In the latest assessment, the average price of Singapore kerosene for the months of June and July 2026 has been determined to be $132.50 per barrel. When taking into account the average exchange rate of 161.63 yen per dollar during the same period, the yen-equivalent price of the kerosene stands at an impressive 21,417 yen. Based on this pricing structure, the applicable criteria indicates that Zone P, which is set at a baseline of 21,000 yen, would normally apply. However, considering the current geopolitical issues in the Middle East, the government has proposed an emergency adjustment measure to soften the impact of rising fuel costs. As a direct result, the fuel surcharge for tickets issued from September to October 2026 will be pegged to Zone O, which has a baseline of 20,000 yen.

Details of the International Fuel Surcharge

Applicable Period

• - Effective for tickets issued from September 1, 2026 (Tuesday) to October 31, 2026 (Saturday).

Pricing Information

• - The fare applies to one-way segments for travelers departing from Japan.

- Locations Affected: Irkutsk, Novosibirsk.

Revision Criteria

1. For tickets issued between September 1 and October 31, 2026, there will be no changes to the stated surcharges regardless of fluctuations in fuel price. However, this may vary based on government approval, so prices and effective dates might be adjusted accordingly.
2. Details regarding the fuel surcharge for tickets issued after November 2026 are anticipated to be made available by October 2026.

Conditions for Application

1. Both adults and children will incur the same surcharge. Infants under two years old who do not occupy a seat will be exempt from these charges. Additionally, those utilizing JAL Mileage Bank international award tickets will also be required to pay the same fee.
2. In the event of ticket refunds post-purchase, cancellation fees will not apply to the fuel surcharge.

Conclusion

For the latest updates and detailed information on the implementation of the fuel surcharge, travelers can visit the official JAL website at jal.co.jp. The website is expected to be updated around 18:30.

This adjustment serves as a proactive measure to help both airlines manage fuel price volatility while ensuring that passengers are informed about the costs associated with their travel plans. As international travel continues to rebound, the implications of these surcharges will be critical to understanding the overall pricing landscape in the coming months.