ZIPAIR to Launch Flights to Mineta San José Airport on December 12

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ZIPAIR Tokyo announced its decision to launch flights between Tokyo Narita and Mineta San José International Airport on December 12. Reservations for the service will open today and the carrier will offer an inaugural fare to help celebrate the nonstop service between Japan and the Bay Area.

ZIPAIR operates the highly efficient Boeing 787-8 aircraft on its international routes and will initially offer three flights per week to Mineta San José airport. The city of San José is known for its incredible weather, cultural diversity, creative innovators, and opportunities to uncover endless possibilities for adventure and fun.

“With tickets now on sale, we`re excited to be a step closer to welcoming ZIPAIR Tokyo to the Bay Area and Mineta San José International Airport,” said SJC Director of Aviation John Aitken. “This new, nonstop service between SJC and Tokyo-Narita restores an important link between San José and Japan and represents the first low-cost transpacific service between the Bay Area and Asia.”

“The service to Mineta San José International Airport will be our second route across the Pacific, following Los Angeles, which launched in December 2021. ZIPAIR`s unique business model provides customers a convenient travel option at an affordable price, which has been one of our main objectives since the establishment of the company. With our new nonstop service to the Bay Area, we look forward to welcome travelers back to Japan,” said Shingo Nishida, President of ZIPAIR Tokyo.

Flight schedules are subject to relevant government approvals.

Flight Schedule (December 12 – December 31, 2022)

Flight Schedule (January 2 – March 11, 2023)

Flight Schedule (March 13 – March 25, 2023)

Inaugural Launch Fare between SJC and NRT

To celebrate the launch of the service to Mineta San José airport, ZIPAIR will offer a limited time airfare on their Standard Value Seat.

• Airfare shown above are inclusive of taxes and applicable airport fees. Taxes for the Tokyo-Mineta San José route are converted at 144.45 yen per dollar. (As of September 14, 2022)
• Inaugural airfare is subject to availability.
• Airfare shown above is for a Standard Value Seat. (Per Seat / One-way fare)
• Each fare includes a maximum of 7kg of carry-on baggage allowance.
• Additional fees apply for optional services, including inflight meals, checked baggage, seat selection.

Fare Rules （「ZIP Full-Flat Value」「Standard Value」「U6 Standard Value」）

• An administrative ticketing fee will apply per person (per sector) for purchases made through the Contact Center.

• For additional details, visit https://www.zipair.net/en/farerules

Reservations and Sales

Reservations will be accepted from September 16 (12:00 Japan Standard Time)

For additional information, visit https://www.zipair.net.en

SJC: Transforming How Silicon Valley Travels

Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) is Silicon Valley`s airport, a self-supporting enterprise owned and operated by the City of San José. For more airport information, visit flysanjose.com. Connect with SJC on social media at flysanjose.com/follow.

About ZIPAIR Tokyo

Established in 2018 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan Airlines, ZIPAIR features a fully customizable travel experience based on an LCC business model. Offering complimentary Wi-Fi for all classes of travel, the carrier operates the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner configured in a 290-seat layout. One of the few international airlines to provide a contactless inflight experience, ZIPAIR`s self-ordering payment system is accessible to order meals and goods through a personal smartphone or tablet. Based out of Tokyo Narita, ZIPAIR currently operates to 5 international destinations, including Bangkok, Seoul, Honolulu, Singapore, and Los Angeles.

Contact Details

ZIPAIR Tokyo Inc

Mark Morimoto

+81 80-1261-7275

morimoto.qfc4@jal.com

Company Website

https://www.zipair.net/en

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