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Cheap flights to Japan from R8 733

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/5. 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.
CMH — NRT
May 2 — May 91
1 adult
Thu 2/5
Thu 9/5

Flights to Japan in 2024

Find the latest flights to Japan in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R20 244

Return from

R15 367

One-way from

R8 733
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Browse one-way and return flights deals to Japan on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 27 April 2024
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Cheap flights to Japan in April & May 2024

Search the best deals to popular Japan cities recently found by Cheapflights users
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Japan in April and May 2024. Deals update frequently so be sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for.
Cheap flights to Tokyo
Sun 28/414:30JNB - NRT
2 stops22h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/520:55NRT - JNB
2 stops30h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R15 103
Sun 26/514:30JNB - NRT
2 stops22h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/621:15NRT - JNB
2 stops29h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R15 367
Sun 26/59:55JNB - NRT
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/610:20NRT - JNB
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R17 938
Sun 26/513:35JNB - NRT
1 stop22h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 2/622:30NRT - JNB
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R18 032
Sun 28/413:35JNB - HND
1 stop27h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 5/522:50HND - JNB
1 stop42h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R18 221
Fri 3/59:55JNB - NRT
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/522:30NRT - JNB
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R18 259
Sun 28/413:35JNB - HND
1 stop27h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 5/56:30HND - JNB
2 stops34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R18 751
Sun 28/48:50JNB - NRT
1 stop27h 05mQatar Airways
Sun 5/522:30NRT - JNB
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R18 826
Sun 26/59:55JNB - HND
3 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/66:35HND - JNB
3 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R18 845
Cheap flights to Osaka
Sun 19/514:30JNB - KIX
2 stops23h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 23/517:00KIX - JNB
2 stops34h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R15 670
Sun 19/59:55JNB - KIX
1 stop19h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 23/512:35KIX - JNB
2 stops27h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/4R15 783
Sun 19/513:35JNB - KIX
1 stop20h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 23/518:30KIX - JNB
1 stop22h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R17 087
Sun 19/59:55JNB - KIX
1 stop19h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 23/512:35KIX - JNB
2 stops27h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/4R18 146
Sun 19/59:55JNB - KIX
2 stops48h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 23/512:35KIX - JNB
2 stops27h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/4R18 278
Sun 19/511:20JNB - KIX
1 stop27h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 23/517:50KIX - JNB
1 stop20h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R18 864
Sun 19/511:20JNB - KIX
1 stop27h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 23/517:50KIX - JNB
1 stop20h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/4R19 015
Sun 19/59:35JNB - KIX
3 stops24h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 23/518:30KIX - JNB
2 stops44h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R19 261
Sun 19/511:20JNB - KIX
2 stops20h 35mCathay Pacific
Thu 23/516:20KIX - JNB
3 stops31h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/4R20 981

Japan 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Japan in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data were last updated on 27 April 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to Japan in April and May 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 28/414:30JNB - NRT
2 stops22h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/520:55NRT - JNB
2 stops30h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R15 103
Sun 26/514:30JNB - NRT
2 stops22h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/621:15NRT - JNB
2 stops29h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R15 367
Sun 19/514:30JNB - KIX
2 stops23h 35mEthiopian Air
Thu 23/517:00KIX - JNB
2 stops34h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R15 670
Sun 19/59:55JNB - KIX
1 stop19h 00mEtihad Airways
Thu 23/512:35KIX - JNB
2 stops27h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 26/4R15 783
Wed 26/614:30JNB - NRT
2 stops22h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/721:15NRT - JNB
2 stops29h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R15 840
Fri 13/923:00JNB - NRT
2 stops38h 05mEthiopian Air
Fri 27/921:15NRT - JNB
2 stops22h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R16 010

One-way flights to Japan

Explore one-way flight options to Japan for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 624 505 searches and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights departing to Japan in the near future. Book a round-trip flight to Japan instead by using the search form above.
Tue 14/523:00JNB - NRT
2 stops37h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R8 733
Sun 12/58:20JNB - KIX
2 stops29h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/4R9 073

Average price of flights to Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Japan is currently R8 903 while a return flight costs R17 765. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Japan (average of R821). Flying to Japan in December will prove the most costly (average of R956). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R15 518

February

R16 010

March

R15 689

April

R16 029

May

R17 238

June

R16 256

July

R16 671

August

R17 824

September

R17 635

October

R16 955

November

R15 783

December

R18 070

Temperature and rainfall in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

6 - 27 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Japan?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Japan. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Japan may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Japan. Reviews last updated 27 April 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Cathay Pacific and SWISS to Japan. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 064 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

KLM
7,9
Good
1 623 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

SWISS
7,8
Good
2 056 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

Cathay Pacific
7,8
Good
1 129 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 479 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Japan?

The most popular flight destination in Japan, according to our users, is Tokyo, followed by Osaka, Sapporo, Nagoya and Fukuoka.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Japan if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Japan on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Japan?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Lufthansa is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Japan.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan?

    Sapporo Chitose Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan. One-way flights to Sapporo Chitose Airport typically cost R1 013, while return flights cost around R2 166.

  • How much is a return flight to Japan?

    A return flight to Japan will typically cost around R648, however they can be found for as little as R566.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Japan depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Japan, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Tokyo Narita Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Tokyo Narita Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Yes. Tokyo Narita Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Narita Airport Rest House is the closest property to Tokyo Narita Airport (0,0 km away from Tokyo Narita Airport).

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