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Cheap flights from South Africa to Japan from R8 013

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 24/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
Jul 24 — Jul 311
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 24 June 2026.

Thu 22/109:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1121:50
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6R13 189
Tue 27/109:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 4/1117:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/6R13 618
Mon 9/119:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/1117:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6R13 700
Sun 8/119:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/1117:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/6R13 865
Wed 29/79:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 27/1117:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6R13 931
Sun 19/713:15
CPT
-
KIX
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/718:55
KIX
-
CPT
1 stop22h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R13 948
Sat 8/89:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 21/818:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/6R14 063
Mon 9/119:50
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops38h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/1121:50
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/6R14 129
Sun 8/1113:45
JNB
-
HND
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 29/111:25
HND
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R14 327
Mon 20/714:05
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 31/818:55
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R14 327
Sun 19/714:05
JNB
-
HND
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/71:35
HND
-
JNB
1 stop38h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/6R14 360
Sun 20/914:05
JNB
-
HND
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 26/91:35
HND
-
JNB
1 stop38h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/6R14 393

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 24 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 189

One-way from

R8 013

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 508
22/10-11/11
  • 22/10-11/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 61h 30m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 10m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 257 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 505 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 24 June 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

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

R14 970
Fastest return journey

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/7

13:15-17:25

1 stop21h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 23/7

18:55-10:15

1 stop22h 20m

R15 366

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/11

18:55-23:55

1 stop22h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 15/11

1:25-17:30

1 stop23h 05m

R15 646

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/7

19:30-8:35

2 stops30h 05m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 26/7

18:55-10:15

1 stop22h 20m

R16 487

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 20/7

9:25-17:25

3 stops25h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 31/8

18:55-9:10

1 stop21h 15m

R16 569

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/11

18:55-23:55

1 stop22h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 6/12

12:45-10:30

2 stops28h 45m

R17 196

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/12

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 24/12

17:20-12:30

2 stops26h 10m

R17 492

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

13:15-0:05

1 stop27h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 23/7

12:35-10:15

2 stops28h 40m

R17 789

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

13:15-17:15

1 stop21h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 11/8

23:45-11:30

1 stop42h 45m

R17 822

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/7

9:55-17:25

2 stops24h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 23/7

18:55-10:15

1 stop22h 20m

R18 069

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R14 393). Flying from South Africa to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 592). 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 67 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 24 June 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
1 849 reviews
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Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 849 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 849 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 550 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 849 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 596 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 849 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 849 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 462 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 849 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

BKK - NRT

Everything was was a great experience, the staff was very friendly and always had a smile on the face.

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 21h. Fly via Qatar Airways, Emirates, or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 14278 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.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R14 393). Flying from South Africa to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 592). 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 24 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapestR8 952AverageR15 879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 922AverageR17 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 160AverageR14 172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 456AverageR19 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 634AverageR15 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 886AverageR15 144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR14 225AverageR14 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 423AverageR19 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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