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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Japan from R7 208

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 19/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
Nov 21 — Nov 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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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 22 October 2025.

Fri 5/129:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Fri 12/1217:20NRT - JNB
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/10R13 895
Mon 24/1113:45JNB - NRT
1 stop39h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 8/1216:55NRT - JNB
1 stop29h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/10R13 965
Sat 25/109:50JNB - NRT
1 stop19h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 4/1117:20NRT - JNB
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 20/10R13 982
Thu 4/1213:45JNB - KIX
1 stop19h 40mQatar Airways
Thu 11/1217:55KIX - JNB
1 stop21h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/10R14 207
Mon 24/119:50JNB - NRT
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1217:20NRT - JNB
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R14 502
Wed 12/119:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1110:05NRT - JNB
2 stops53h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R14 831
Wed 29/1021:45JNB - NRT
1 stop37h 45mEgyptair
Fri 7/1120:30NRT - JNB
1 stop41h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 20/10R15 177
Thu 4/1213:45JNB - KIX
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1214:20KIX - JNB
2 stops49h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/10R15 316
Thu 4/1213:45JNB - NRT
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 11/1221:55NRT - JNB
1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/10R15 333
Tue 11/119:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1211:35NRT - JNB
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R15 351
Sun 16/118:20JNB - NRT
1 stop28h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 23/1120:30NRT - JNB
1 stop23h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10R15 385
Tue 18/118:20JNB - NRT
2 stops28h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/1220:30NRT - JNB
2 stops23h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/10R15 437

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 22 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 687

One-way from

R7 208

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 455
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Japan
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 19/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R7 984 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 347 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 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 22 October 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

Sat 24/1

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 30/1

17:20-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

R14 069

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

19:50-6:45

1 stop27h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 1/5

17:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

R14 658

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/4

19:50-8:00

1 stop29h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 1/5

19:00-18:35

1 stop30h 35m

R14 658

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 30/1

17:20-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

R15 247

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

13:45-16:25

1 stop19h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 11/12

14:20-8:20

2 stops49h 00m

R15 316

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

19:55-21:25

1 stop42h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 28/2

10:05-6:10

1 stop27h 05m

R15 507

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/1

8:20-19:20

2 stops28h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 29/1

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R15 870

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

8:20-19:20

2 stops28h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 29/1

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R16 009

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

8:20-19:20

2 stops28h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 1/2

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R16 113

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

14:30-19:20

2 stops21h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 2/2

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R16 113

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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 435). Flying from Johannesburg to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 774). 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 22 October 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 22 October 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.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 384 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

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
8,1
Very Good
1 384 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 384 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

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
1 034 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 384 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

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
3 653 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 384 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

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
7,4
Good
1 282 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 384 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

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
877 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 384 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

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 18h 50m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R14 069. 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 R7 208. Ethiopian Air flights start at R8 663 while deals on Qatar Airways start at R8 767 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 Haneda, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Tokyo Narita or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Osaka Itami, 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Japan (average of R11 435). Flying from Johannesburg to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 774). 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 22 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 462AverageR15 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 785AverageR15 275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 997AverageR18 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR13 531AverageR17 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 624AverageR18 506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 630AverageR16 473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR14 949AverageR15 604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 319AverageR20 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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