so i wait to book a flight from BOS to Tokyo from 11/21 to 11/29

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You should book your BOS to Tokyo flight for November 21–29, 2026, as early as possible to secure the best award space and avoid blackout dates.

Booking Options and Promotions

Japan Airlines (JAL) Mileage Bank: Award space opens up closer to departure—aim to check availability around October 2026. The account must be 60 days old to book. Travel is valid April 1–September 30, 2026, for Southeast Asia, and June–July 2026 for Australia.
Flying Blue Promo Awards: Available for travel through November 30, 2026, and must be booked by June 30, 2026. Consider a positioning flight to a city with better award deals, then a cash flight to Tokyo. 🔗
Southwest Airlines: No direct BOS–Tokyo flights, but 40% off base fares are available with code FLYWOW, though blackout dates include November 2026. 🔗
Frontier Airlines: The GoWild! Pass allows domestic and select international flights, but blackout dates include November 24–30, 2026. 🔗
Virgin Atlantic (via Amex points): 68,000 points can book a round-trip Business Class fare from New York to Tokyo, valued at $1,020. Check award availability before converting.🔗

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Key Dates and Tips

Blackout Dates: Frontier and Southwest both have blackout dates in late November 2026. Avoid booking during these times.
Layovers: Consider connecting flights via Korea or China to save $500–$600, but avoid layovers longer than 9–10 hours. 🔗
Best Time to Book: Monitor JAL award availability starting late September 2026, as space opens up 1–2 weeks before departure.🔗

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