Track Japan Airlines Air Waybill (131)
AWB prefix 131 is filled in — just type the 8-digit serial.
Japan Airlines air waybills use IATA carrier prefix 131. The prefix is already filled in on this page, so you only need the 8-digit serial number — the part after the dash on your airway bill. Enter it below and we open the official Japan Airlines cargo tracking page in a new tab. We never store your AWB.
About Japan Airlines Cargo Air Waybills (Prefix 131)
Japan Airlines (IATA carrier prefix 131) handles cargo logistics worldwide. When shipping freight with Japan Airlines, your cargo is tracked using an 11-digit Air Waybill formatted as 131-XXXXXXXX. For complete prefix details and check-digit rules, see the 131 AWB prefix guide.
| Headquarters | Tokyo, Japan |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | oneworld |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | 131 followed by 8-digit sequence (e.g. 131-12345678) |
| Tracking Engine | JAL Cargo System |
| Primary Hubs | Tokyo Narita (NRT), Tokyo Haneda (HND) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Find the 8-digit serial number on your cargo receipt or booking document.
Verify Airline Prefix
Ensure the 3-digit prefix matches this carrier's IATA code.
Click Track
Instantly view live status directly on the official tracking portal.
FAQ
- How do I track a Japan Airlines air waybill?
- The prefix 131 is already filled in. Type the 8-digit serial (the part after the dash on your airway bill) and click Track. We combine them into the full AWB and open Japan Airlines's official tracker.
- What does a Japan Airlines AWB number look like?
- A standard Japan Airlines air waybill is 11 digits: the carrier prefix 131 followed by an 8-digit serial, usually written 131-12345678. You'll find it on the paper airway bill, your forwarder's booking confirmation, or the carrier's receipt.
- My Japan Airlines shipment shows no results — what should I do?
- Tracking data can take a few hours to appear after the shipment is accepted. Double-check that the serial is exactly 8 digits and that the prefix is 131. If it still fails after 24 hours, contact your freight forwarder or Japan Airlines directly.
- Is this tracking tool free?
- Yes — airwaybilltracker.com is completely free. We don't store your AWB; clicking Track opens Japan Airlines's own tracking page with your number pre-filled.