The LA Times just reported that several flights from LAX to Japan are now back in operation. However, the news isn't all good. Kyodo News, a news agency based in Tokyo, reports that more than 400 flights were cancelled Saturday in Japan, including all domestic flights. Furthermore, according to SmarterTravel.com, the U.S. State Department is still urging U.S. citizens to avoid travel to Japan for the time being.
Just in case you're still Japan-bound though, despite earthquake and tsunami, you can keep up-to-date on the latest changes in flight schedules on any of the major airlines' websites. In addition, the following links will help keep you updated on flights to and from Japan into LAX:
LAX flight status due to Japan earthquake
Live flight tracking for any airlines
If perhaps you're more inclined to wait a while before you resume your travels to Japan, Smartertravel.com reports that several airlines have announced change fee waivers for airline tickets. Check out the updated list of airlines with fee change waivers:
Currently, the following airlines haven't posted information about change fee waivers:
For more information on current travel to and from Japan, check out Smartertravel.com, Latimes.com/travel and travel alerts from the U.S. State Department.
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