Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Japan from R6 752

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
Jan 1 — Jan 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 2 December 2025.

Wed 3/129:25JNB - NRT
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 10/1216:55NRT - JNB
1 stop29h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/11R16 343
Tue 2/129:25JNB - NRT
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 9/1221:55NRT - JNB
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/12R17 796
Sun 7/129:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 14/1217:20NRT - JNB
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/12R18 240
Mon 8/1213:45JNB - NRT
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 15/1216:55NRT - JNB
1 stop29h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/12R18 445
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - NRT
1 stop21h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/1215:30NRT - JNB
2 stops22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/11R18 685
Tue 2/1211:00JNB - HND
1 stop26h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/1216:00HND - JNB
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/12R18 839
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - HND
1 stop26h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/1210:10HND - JNB
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/11R18 924
Mon 8/1220:20JNB - HND
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 15/1223:30HND - JNB
1 stop23h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/12R18 975
Tue 2/1211:00JNB - NRT
1 stop21h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/1215:30NRT - JNB
2 stops22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/12R19 112
Tue 2/1220:20JNB - HND
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1212:45HND - JNB
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R19 129
Sun 28/129:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/116:55NRT - JNB
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R19 386
Wed 3/1214:30JNB - NRT
2 stops21h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/1220:30NRT - JNB
2 stops38h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/11R19 522

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 2 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 599

One-way from

R6 752

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 454
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/1-22/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Japan
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R5 310 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 066 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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 2 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Japan that are best for you.

Fly from

Johannesburg

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Japan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

14:30-19:20

2 stops21h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 22/1

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R12 599

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

19:50-15:45

1 stop36h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 2/6

17:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

R12 958

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:50-21:55

1 stop19h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 22/5

22:55-18:35

1 stop26h 40m

R13 317

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

19:50-8:00

1 stop29h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 2/6

11:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

R13 744

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

19:50-6:45

1 stop27h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 14/5

17:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

R14 069

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

13:45-1:00

1 stop28h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 12/2

23:30-15:25

1 stop22h 55m

R14 958

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

14:30-19:20

2 stops21h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 22/1

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R14 975

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

9:50-8:50

2 stops40h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 17/2

9:45-8:20

2 stops29h 35m

R15 026

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

13:45-16:25

1 stop19h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 22/1

17:55-8:40

1 stop21h 45m

R15 061

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

13:45-17:30

1 stop20h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 29/5

11:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

R15 266

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Japan

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Japan from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Japan (average of R11 283). Flying from Johannesburg to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 590). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 December 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg to Japan, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 29% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Japan?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Japan. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Japan flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 2 December 2025.
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.

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,1

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

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

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Japan?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg to Japan can take about 21h 50m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 599. Airlines will cover a distance of 13573 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 752. Qatar Airways flights start at R9 334 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at R9 488 one-way.

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

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Japan (average of R11 283). Flying from Johannesburg to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 590). 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 2 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 309AverageR14 984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 628AverageR15 125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 477AverageR18 202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 099AverageR18 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 285AverageR16 387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Japan AirlinesCheapestR14 499AverageR17 090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Search Japan Airlines flights
China EasternCheapestR14 750AverageR15 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
EmiratesCheapestR16 101AverageR19 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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