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Cheap flights from South Africa to Japan from R7 990

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 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
Aug 15 — Aug 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Japan

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 July 2026.

Sun 26/714:30
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops22h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 21/820:40
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/7R13 692
Mon 14/99:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 23/918:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/7R14 100
Thu 23/78:20
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops28h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/820:40
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops38h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R14 117
Thu 10/129:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 17/1217:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/7R14 247
Mon 28/99:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 13/1018:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/7R14 329
Thu 3/913:15
CPT
-
KIX
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/918:55
KIX
-
CPT
1 stop29h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/7R14 345
Tue 21/78:20
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops28h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/720:40
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops30h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/7R14 574
Wed 2/913:15
CPT
-
KIX
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 6/918:55
KIX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/7R14 623
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/918:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R14 770
Thu 6/89:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 13/810:05
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops53h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R14 819
Tue 3/1120:20
JNB
-
HND
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/111:25
HND
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/7R14 885
Mon 9/1113:45
JNB
-
HND
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/111:25
HND
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/7R14 901

Find flight deals from South Africa to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 16 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 692

One-way from

R7 990

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 371
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/7-21/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 55m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 55m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R18 566 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 249 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 16 July 2026.
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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

14:05-17:25

1 stop20h 20m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 6/9

18:55-9:00

1 stop21h 05m

R16 241

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/9

13:15-17:25

1 stop21h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 8/9

18:55-14:35

2 stops26h 40m

R17 025

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/8

18:25-17:15

1 stop39h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 1/9

23:45-11:30

1 stop42h 45m

R17 237

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

13:45-1:00

1 stop28h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 11/11

1:25-15:35

1 stop21h 10m

R17 319

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

20:25-21:55

1 stop18h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 3/9

17:05-19:20

1 stop33h 15m

R17 548
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/12

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 13/1

17:20-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 548

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

20:25-8:00

1 stop28h 35m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 3/9

19:00-19:20

1 stop31h 20m

R17 548

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

19:30-0:05

1 stop21h 35m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 29/9

12:35-17:30

2 stops35h 55m

R17 548

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

11:10-21:35

1 stop27h 25m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 7/9

10:05-7:55

1 stop28h 50m

R17 989

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/7

11:10-16:05

1 stop21h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 21/8

9:25-7:55

1 stop29h 30m

R18 103

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Deals found on 15/7

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Japan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Japan

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R14 264). Flying from South Africa to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 312). 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.

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

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Japan is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 16 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines,Singapore Airlines, andEmirates from South Africa to Japan by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 877 reviews
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Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 877 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 877 reviews
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Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 572 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 877 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 626 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 877 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 877 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 479 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 877 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2026

ICN - NRT

Terrible experience. The staff did not want to help out. Then they lost my bag and would not take responsibility. I’m still waiting for my belongings

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to Japan?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Japan in 18h 30m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Emirates, or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 13515 km between South Africa and Japan. 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 South Africa to Japan one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 163. Users have also found prices from R7 129 and R7 609 on Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Japan?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Japan?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R14 264). Flying from South Africa to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 312). 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 South Africa to Japan

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 16 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapestR8 872AverageR15 681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 833AverageR17 367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 220AverageR15 568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 060AverageR14 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 353AverageR17 878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 771AverageR15 095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR14 097AverageR14 715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 514AverageR19 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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