New 30% Transfer Bonus From Citi to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank [Ends October 24]

Updated: September 20, 2026, 7:00am CDT

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30% Transfer Bonus From Citi to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank — Details
How To Use Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Miles
Final Thoughts

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Citi has officially added Japan Airlines Mileage Bank as its newest airline transfer partner. This is a welcome addition that makes Citi ThankYou points much more valuable.

Now, Citi has also announced a fantastic 30% transfer bonus to JAL Mileage Bank through October 24 to kick off this new partnership.

Here’s everything you need to know about this excellent, limited-time transfer bonus.

30% Transfer Bonus From Citi to Japan Airlines Mileage Bank — Details

Travel to Japan is booming, and rightfully so. Thanks to the historically weak Japanese Yen, visiting Japan has never been cheaper. According to recent Citi Travel booking data, Tokyo ranked as the platform’s top international destination and third most-booked destination overall.

To that end, Citi announced its newest transfer partner: Japan Airlines Mileage Bank. This is a major addition to Citi’s lineup as the airline program offers members a ton of value.

However, it gets even better. To celebrate the launch of this new partnership, Citi is offering a limited-time 30% transfer bonus through October 24, 2026.

During the transfer bonus window, eligible Citi cardholders with an annual fee card can transfer 1,000 ThankYou Points and receive 1,300 JAL miles. Meanwhile, cardmembers with a no-annual-fee Citi card can transfer 1,000 ThankYou Points to 910 JAL miles.

Japan Airlines 777 first full seat — You can redeem Japan Airlines Mileage Bank miles to book JAL’s excellent first class product. Image Credit: Ehsan Haque

Following the transfer bonus, the standard transfer rates will be 1,000 ThankYou points to 1,000 JAL miles for eligible annual fee cardmembers and 1,000 ThankYou Points to 700 JAL miles for eligible no-annual-fee cardmembers.

How To Use Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Miles

Japan Airlines Mileage Bank partners with several transferable points programs, including Bilt Rewards, Capital One Miles, Marriott Bonvoy, Rove Miles, and, as of today, Citi ThankYou Rewards.

Though JAL Mileage Bank went through a slight devaluation last year, the program still offers its members a ton of value. JAL has an award chart for international flights. One-way awards between the U.S. and Japan start at the following rates:

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Class	Starting Price:
Economy	27,000 miles
Premium Economy	40,000 miles
Business class	55,000 miles
First class	110,000 to 140,000 miles*

*First class award space is priced depending on the season.

Japan Airlines is also a member of the Oneworld alliance, meaning that JAL miles can be redeemed on partner airlines, including American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Qantas, Qatar Airways, and many more.

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Check out our full, in-depth guide on the best ways to redeem Japan Airlines Mileage Bank miles for maximum value.

Final Thoughts

Today, Citi announced Japan Airlines Mileage Bank as its newest airline transfer partner. To celebrate, it’s also offering a 30% transfer bonus to JAL Mileage Bank through October 24, 2026.

Transfer ratios vary depending on whether or not you have a Citi ThankYou card with an annual fee. This is an excellent opportunity to earn a lot of JAL Mileage Bank miles, which can be redeemed for some fantastic premium cabins on both Japan Airlines and its many partner airlines.