JAL × Marriott Bonvoy Strategic Partnership | Reciprocal Status Match & FLY ON Points Explained
Key Takeaways: JAL and Marriott Bonvoy signed a strategic partnership on July 14, 2026: link your accounts and your Marriott status alone earns FLY ON Points each year — 10,000 for Gold Elite, up to 40,000 for Ambassador Elite. The two programs also match statuses both ways, so Marriott Bonvoy Amex holders reach JAL elite treatment without flying. These points count toward annual status only, not permanent JGC. Announced July 14, 2026 · Strategic Partnership JAL × Marriott Bonvoy Partnership!Reciprocal Status Match & FLY ON Points Just for Linking Accounts JAL and Marriott Bonvoy have formed a full strategic partnership: the two loyalty programs now match each other’s status, and Marriott members earn JAL FLY ON Points simply by linking accounts. You can move toward that year’s JAL elite status and perks without flying — and if you hold the Marriott Bonvoy Amex, this news is especially worth your attention. […]
