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R1 363+ Cheap flights from Japan

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
FUK — JNB
Dec 14 — Dec 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Japan

Discover essential information about flights departing from Japan, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Japan airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

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R2 053 or less

Good one-way deal

R752 or less
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Cheapest flights from Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Japan. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 14 November 2025.

Sat 20/129:20KIX - JNB
2 stops30h 00mChina Eastern
Fri 9/19:50JNB - KIX
2 stops25h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/11R14 682
Thu 4/128:30NRT - JNB
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/129:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11R16 181
Thu 4/1217:20NRT - JNB
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Mon 8/129:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/11R17 305
Thu 4/1220:30NRT - JNB
2 stops23h 35mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/1223:00JNB - NRT
2 stops37h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/11R17 595
Mon 15/1221:30NRT - JNB
1 stop40h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 20/111:00JNB - NRT
1 stop36h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11R18 157
Mon 2/314:20NRT - JNB
1 stop24h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 5/311:00JNB - NRT
1 stop20h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11R18 225
Thu 5/310:00KIX - JNB
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/311:00JNB - KIX
1 stop21h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11R18 276
Mon 1/125:45HND - JNB
2 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1213:45JNB - HND
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11R18 344
Thu 4/1210:10HND - JNB
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/1211:20JNB - HND
1 stop26h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11R18 531
Tue 13/123:20KIX - CPT
2 stops41h 05mSingapore Airlines
Fri 16/110:40CPT - KIX
2 stops38h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/11R18 668
Mon 15/1223:30HND - JNB
1 stop23h 05mJapan Airlines
Tue 20/120:30JNB - HND
1 stop21h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/11R19 162
Thu 4/1210:45HND - JNB
2 stops29h 45mLufthansa
Mon 8/1210:40JNB - HND
2 stops37h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 12/11R19 707

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Find flights departing from Japan that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 14 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OsakaJohannesburg

KIX - JNB

KIXJNB

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 20/12

9:20-8:20

2 stops30h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/1

9:50-18:00

2 stops25h 10m

R14 682

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

Thu 4/12

8:30-8:20

2 stops30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

R16 692

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

Thu 4/12

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

23:00-19:20

2 stops37h 20m

R17 595

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

Mon 2/3

14:20-7:25

1 stop24h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

11:00-13:10

1 stop19h 10m

R18 225

OsakaJohannesburg

KIX - JNB

KIXJNB

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 5/3

10:00-7:25

1 stop28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

11:00-15:15

1 stop21h 15m

R18 276

TokyoJohannesburg

HND - JNB

HNDJNB

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 4/12

10:10-7:25

1 stop28h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

11:20-21:15

1 stop26h 55m

R18 531

OsakaCape Town

KIX - CPT

KIXCPT

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 13/1

23:20-9:25

2 stops41h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/1

10:40-8:35

2 stops38h 55m

R18 668

TokyoJohannesburg

HND - JNB

HNDJNB

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 15/12

23:30-15:35

1 stop23h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

20:30-1:00

1 stop21h 30m

R19 162

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

Mon 15/12

21:30-7:25

1 stop40h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

11:00-16:50

2 stops22h 50m

R19 366

TokyoJohannesburg

HND - JNB

HNDJNB

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 4/12

10:45-9:30

2 stops29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/12

10:40-6:55

2 stops37h 15m

R19 707

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Best time to book a flight from Japan

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly from Japan with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Japan

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Japan including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Japan?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan (average of R10 986). Flying from Japan in January will prove the most costly (average of R19 315). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Japan?

When flying from Japan check dates and pricing for the following: Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air, Air China, Emirates. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R10 991
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R14 911
Air China
Air China
From R15 829
Emirates
Emirates
From R30 464

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Japan?

The cheapest city to fly to from Japan is Osaka, with prices starting at R752. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Osaka
Osaka
From R752
Busan Gimhae
Busan Gimhae
From R1 772
Fukuoka
Fukuoka
From R1 806

Airline reviews for flights from Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Japan. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Japan. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andAir China from Japan have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 409 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 409 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 409 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 401 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 409 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air China
7,2
Good
123 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 409 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
894 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 409 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Japan. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Japan?

    February is currently the cheapest month to fly from Japan. At this moment in time January is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Japan?

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    Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Japan for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

  • Can Cheapflights find flights from Japan with no change fees?

    Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from Japan with no change fees.

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    Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alerts, which offers users the ability to be notified when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight from Japan today and book when you’re ready!

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Japan?

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Can Cheapflights find flights from Japan with no change fees?

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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alerts, which offers users the ability to be notified when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight from Japan today and book when you’re ready!

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