Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge
★3.9(36 reviews)HNL · International Terminal
JAL's oneworld lounge at HNL — Sapphire and business class, shared with the AA Admirals Club.
The Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge is Honolulu's oneworld lounge, airside on Level 3 of the International Terminal and open to oneworld Sapphire status holders and business-class passengers on an eligible oneworld flight. At HNL the JAL Sakura shares its premises with the American Airlines Admirals Club — a combined, roughly 7,000-square-foot space with comfortable seating for up to around 225 guests, views over the airport's fish pond and cultural gardens, and an elevator down to the gardens below. The room is elegant and tranquil, with Japanese-inspired decor, soft lighting, natural wood accents and large windows over the tarmac and Hawaiian sky; occasional soft background music and thoughtfully arranged private nooks keep the mood calm. The food is light — complimentary Japanese-inspired snacks rather than a full hot buffet — with house wine, beer and soft drinks and a sake selection. There's a business centre, complimentary Wi-Fi and wheelchair access. A refined, understated option for oneworld travellers leaving from Honolulu's international gates.
Crowding · moderate
Suitable for email and light work, with reliable Wi-Fi, power and USB at most seats and a business centre, though tables are small and seating can be limited at peak.
A light, Japanese-inspired offering rather than a full buffet — complimentary snacks with a focus on fresh, lighter options, alongside house wine, beer, soft drinks and a sake selection. Coffee and tea are available too.
Dietary: Vegetarian options · Gluten-free options
Airside on Level 3 of the International Terminal: after clearing security, turn right towards the main concourse, follow signs for the international gates, pass the duty-free shops and look for the Japan Airlines signage on your left.
- 01Clear security at the International Terminal
- 02Turn right towards the main concourse
- 03Follow signs for the international gates
- 04Pass the duty-free shops and continue straight
- 05Look for the Japan Airlines signage on your left
Landmarks: Duty-free shops · International gates · Japan Airlines signage
ℹ International Terminal, Level 3, AfterSecurity
oneworld Sapphire & EmeraldIncluded: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary house wine and beer
oneworld Sapphire Status or Business Class Ticket
Flying from HNL without status? These lounges sell day passes:
See bookable lounges at HNLMake the most of it.
Access is by oneworld Sapphire status or a oneworld business-class ticket — there's no walk-in entry.
At HNL the JAL Sakura shares space with the American Airlines Admirals Club, so check signage for the combined lounge.
Arrive early to grab a seat with a view of the tarmac or gardens.
Try the sake selection for a relaxing pre-flight treat.
Watch the flight boards, as announcements may not be audible.
Quick answers.
Access is for Japan Airlines and oneworld passengers with an eligible ticket or oneworld Sapphire status.
No — the Sakura Lounge at HNL does not offer shower facilities.
Yes, depending on your ticket class or oneworld status; additional fees may apply for some memberships.
