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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Japan from R7 889

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
Jun 9 — Jun 161
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 10 May 2026.

Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/618:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5R12 079
Sat 5/99:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop19h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/918:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/5R12 160
Sun 1/119:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 17/1117:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/5R12 193
Sun 22/119:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 6/1217:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/5R12 389
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/618:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/5R12 471
Sat 18/79:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop19h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/718:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/5R12 586
Thu 25/69:50
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/718:40
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/5R12 635
Sun 29/119:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 6/1217:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5R12 717
Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/516:55
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/5R12 864
Wed 3/612:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/617:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R12 880
Wed 10/612:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/617:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R12 913
Thu 7/519:55
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop41h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 27/516:55
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop24h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R12 946

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 10 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 079

One-way from

R7 889

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 764
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/6-28/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Japan
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (R393 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 833 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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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 10 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

9:50-19:20

2 stops26h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 8/7

18:40-8:20

1 stop20h 40m

R12 979
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/6

9:50-11:50

1 stop19h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 24/6

18:40-8:20

1 stop20h 40m

R13 650

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

12:40-19:10

1 stop23h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 23/6

17:25-9:00

1 stop22h 35m

R15 352

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/6

12:40-21:15

2 stops25h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 29/6

18:55-9:00

1 stop21h 05m

R16 236

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

9:25-19:10

3 stops26h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 2/7

22:25-4:00

1 stop36h 35m

R16 890

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

13:45-21:55

1 stop25h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 7/9

17:05-6:10

1 stop20h 05m

R17 970

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

14:30-19:40

2 stops22h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 19/6

20:40-13:25

2 stops23h 45m

R18 363

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

12:40-21:35

2 stops25h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 2/7

22:50-9:00

1 stop41h 10m

R18 576

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

20:55-16:10

2 stops60h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 23/6

7:20-9:00

2 stops32h 40m

R18 592

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

12:40-21:35

2 stops25h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 3/7

22:50-9:00

1 stop41h 10m

R18 592

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Japan?

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg to Japan. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 R10 802). Flying from Johannesburg to Japan in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 848). 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 10 May 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
1 511 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 511 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 324 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 434 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
999 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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 23h 30m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R15 352. 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 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Japan (average of R10 802). Flying from Johannesburg to Japan in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 848). 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 10 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 850AverageR16 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 237AverageR14 906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR10 648AverageR16 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Search Japan Airlines flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 079AverageR14 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 372AverageR17 716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 451AverageR15 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 597AverageR18 407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR14 121AverageR14 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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