Do you know about "Skymate," a fare exclusively available to those under 25 years old? Skymate offers 47% to 75% off the regular fare for same-day domestic flights only.
This service is available to customers aged 12 to 25 who are JALCARD members or JAL Mileage Bank (JMB) members who have registered their customer information. Reservations can be made from midnight on the day of departure.
Just select your option. No special steps required for booking.
It's easy to use. It's almost the same as a regular flight reservation. First, log in to the JAL official website and select domestic flight reservations. Select the date of the day and select "One-way."
Select your desired departure and destination point, then select "Skymate" under "Exclusive Discounts."
You cannot make reservations for flights on the following day or later. An error message to that effect will be displayed, so reselect the option that meets the terms and conditions of use for "Skymate."
If there are no problems with the conditions, a list of flights will be displayed like this. The column on the right shows the Skymate prices. For the Haneda-Naha route, the flex fare that can be booked on the day is 55,610 yen, but with Skymate it is less than half the price at 20,300 yen (price varies depending on the boarding period). Select a flight that meets your desired conditions and proceed with the reservation process. Once you have successfully purchased your ticket, all that's left to do is head to the airport so that you can make it in time for your flight.
We recommend that you make your online reservation early as seats tend to fill up closer to boarding time.
Skymate's usage scenarios cater to a variety of circumstances
As you can see, Skymate is a great way to travel anywhere in Japan, and it's both convenient and economical. Use it in a variety of situations!
Scene 1: For sudden trips back home or for stays without a set return date
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Many students who have long vacations may not plan their trip home in advance. If you suddenly decide you want to go back to your parents' house, please book a flight with Skymate. Even if you want to relax at your parents' house and don't have a set date for your return, Skymate can provide you with a great deal on a return flight.
Scene 2: Travel whenever you feel like it. We can make that kind of "vibe" come true.
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"Let's go now." When you get excited talking with your friends or loved ones, Skymate can make your "spontaneous trip" a reality. With the cheaper fares, you can spend the money you save on food, hotels, and activities, and enjoy a slightly more luxurious trip than usual.
Scene 3: A popular artist's local performance. If you can get tickets on the day
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If you miss out on booking tickets for your favorite artist, you'll want to cling to the hope of getting tickets on the day. While you may be desperate to apply for tickets to a local concert, securing transportation is also an issue. Even for spontaneous trips like this, using Skymate can sometimes be more cost-effective than if you had planned in advance. Why not use the money you save to buy concert goods?
Although it is a good deal, there are some points to note
As you can see, Skymate is a service that supports sudden trips for young people, but there are some things to keep in mind when using it, so we have summarized them here.
First of all, you must be between the ages of 12 and 25. In addition, you must be a "JAL Card member" or a "JAL Mileage Bank (JMB) member" whose customer information has been registered.
For details, please visit the official JAL Card website.
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Since this is a same-day flight, make sure to book a flight that will get you there in time. You can make reservations for early morning flights once the date has changed, but please be careful not to oversleep. Perhaps because many customers are concerned about this, it tends to be easier to make reservations with Skymate for early morning flights compared to afternoon or evening flights. If you're confident in your ability to get up early, then an early morning flight is the best time to aim for. (*The situation may vary depending on the time of year and route.)
You can also make reservations for connecting flights, however codeshare flights are not eligible for "Skymate."
Additionally, you cannot upgrade or change your seat, nor can you wait for cancellations. Reservations cannot be changed after purchase, but cancellations and refunds are possible if you pay the designated cancellation fee. If you wish to make changes, please cancel your reservation and purchase again.
A convenient and great value service. And of course you can earn miles too.
And just like with regular flights, you can earn miles. The accrual rate is 50% for economy class, 60% for Class J, and 100% for first class. If you have the student-only "JAL Card navi" (annual fee free), you can earn an extra 10% of your flight miles, and if you have the "JAL CLUB EST" which is only available to people in their 20s, you can earn an extra 15-30% of your flight miles.
Although there are certain conditions, we offer "Sky Mate" with the hope that the younger generation can enjoy flying casually. With a little ingenuity, we are sure you will be satisfied.
By the way, what are your plans for the rest of the day? If you happen to have an early morning off and have free time the next day, why not consider using Skymate for your trip? Now is the time to do it. With just a whim, a day that you never look back on and think "I was bored today" may turn into a wonderful memory that will never fade.
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