Iberia Strengthens Its Presence in Japan with Additional Flights During Cherry Blossom Season

Dergam Mousa

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Iberia announced this Tuesday a special operation that increases its connectivity with Japan during March 2026, coinciding with the iconic sakura season. The Spanish airline will add an extra frequency between Madrid and Tokyo, available from March 4th to 26th, with departures from Madrid on Wednesdays and returns from the Japanese capital on Thursdays. This measure increases the weekly flights to four, up from the usual three frequencies.

Detail of Frequencies and Schedules

The route between the two capitals operates under the following parameters:

Madrid-Tokyo (IB281)

Usual operating days: Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Departure time: 11:55
Arrival time: 10:05 (+1 day)

Additional Frequency (Wednesday):
Departure time: 12:05
Arrival time: 10:15 (+1 day)

Tokyo-Madrid (IB282)

Operating days: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday
Departure time: 11:55
Arrival time: 19:45

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An Experience Tailored to the Japanese Traveler

The Madrid-Tokyo route is operated with Airbus A350 aircraft, the most modern and efficient model in Iberia’s fleet, with capacity for 348 passengers distributed in Business, Premium Economy, and Economy classes. The onboard experience has been carefully designed for the Japanese public, including:

Menu in Japanese

In-flight entertainment system in their language

Cultural details such as green tea, rice, and chopsticks

Economic Impact and Commitment to the Japanese Market

Since its landing in Japan in October 2024, Iberia has consolidated this connection as a strategic bridge between Europe and Asia. In 2026, the airline will offer more than 110,000 seats on this route, contributing nearly 100 million euros to the GDP of both countries. Furthermore, this operation is estimated to generate around 1,900 direct and indirect jobs.