ANA, JAL to start schedule coordination as part of domestic network reforms

All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Japan Airlines (JAL), the two largest carriers in Japan, are initiating schedule coordination primarily focused on the Tokyo Haneda-Okayama route. This action is a key component of broader efforts aimed at establishing a more “sustainable” domestic air network within Japan. Both airlines have stated that they do not anticipate future collaboration with competitors, though further partnerships remain possible. JAL and ANA will adjust their flight schedules to optimize operations and reduce overcapacity. The move represents an important step toward stabilizing competition and improving efficiency across Japan’s domestic aviation sector.