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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Japan from R8 252

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 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
May 1 — May 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.

Wed 13/59:45
JNB
-
KIX
2 stops39h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 20/59:30
KIX
-
JNB
2 stops53h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R12 907
Fri 15/59:45
JNB
-
KIX
2 stops26h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/518:40
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3R13 538
Sat 6/69:50
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/618:40
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3R13 674
Mon 13/412:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 1/522:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3R13 691
Wed 1/413:30
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 8/422:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop42h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/3R13 708
Fri 1/59:45
JNB
-
KIX
2 stops26h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 30/59:55
KIX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/3R13 759
Sat 16/59:45
JNB
-
KIX
2 stops26h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23/59:55
KIX
-
JNB
2 stops29h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4R13 896
Wed 22/414:45
JNB
-
HND
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/522:50
HND
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R13 930
Thu 30/414:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop21h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/522:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R13 930
Wed 22/414:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop21h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/522:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/3R13 964
Sat 9/514:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop21h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 2/622:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3R13 998
Fri 24/419:50
JNB
-
HND
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 2/522:50
HND
-
JNB
1 stop42h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/4R14 015

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 907

One-way from

R8 252

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 828
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/5-20/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 92h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Japan
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R2 375 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 433 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Japan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
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JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

9:50-11:50

1 stop19h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 9/6

18:40-8:20

1 stop20h 40m

R13 674

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

9:45-19:20

2 stops26h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 30/5

9:55-8:15

2 stops29h 20m

R13 759

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

9:45-19:20

2 stops26h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 23/5

9:55-8:15

2 stops29h 20m

R13 896

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

14:45-19:30

1 stop21h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 21/4

22:25-15:50

1 stop24h 25m

R15 822

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

9:50-12:45

1 stop19h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 21/8

18:00-8:20

1 stop21h 20m

R16 180

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

19:50-21:55

1 stop19h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 7/9

22:55-6:10

1 stop38h 15m

R16 692

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - ITM

JNBITM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

14:45-9:35

2 stops35h 50m

Osaka Itami

Wed 20/5

14:25-16:10

2 stops32h 45m

R16 811

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

18:35-23:55

3 stops46h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 21/4

22:35-15:50

1 stop24h 15m

R17 544

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

9:25-19:30

3 stops27h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 5/5

15:25-8:50

1 stop24h 25m

R17 579

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

9:25-19:30

3 stops27h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 27/5

15:25-8:50

1 stop24h 25m

R17 579

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Japan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Japan

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Japan (average of R9 565). Flying from Johannesburg to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 186). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 1 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Japan have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 235 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 732 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 432 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
991 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Japan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Japan?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to Japan can take about 19h. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 674. Airlines will cover a distance of 13082 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Japan one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R6 411. Qatar Airways flights start at R7 416 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R8 155 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Japan?

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg to Japan, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Tokyo Narita, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Tokyo Haneda or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Osaka Kansai Intl, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Japan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Japan flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Japan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Japan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Japan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Japan by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Japan (average of R9 565). Flying from Johannesburg to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 186). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Japan

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Japan. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 261AverageR17 617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR11 139AverageR16 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 469AverageR15 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 597AverageR14 833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 847AverageR18 456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 327AverageR16 342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 033AverageR18 824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR14 711AverageR15 355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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