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Cheap flights from South Africa to Japan from R8 584

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 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
Nov 12 — Nov 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 13 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R13 969

One-way from

R8 584

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 577
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/10-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 10m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 50m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R7 852 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 372 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 13 October 2025.

Tue 28/109:25JNB - NRT
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 10/1121:55NRT - JNB
1 stop24h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/10R13 969
Wed 5/119:25JNB - NRT
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 10/1121:55NRT - JNB
1 stop24h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/10R14 633
Thu 13/1114:30JNB - NRT
2 stops21h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 20/1120:30NRT - JNB
2 stops23h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/10R14 825
Wed 26/119:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1221:50NRT - JNB
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10R15 018
Sat 1/118:20JNB - NRT
2 stops28h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 22/1120:30NRT - JNB
2 stops23h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/10R15 105
Tue 11/119:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1110:05NRT - JNB
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10R15 175
Tue 25/1113:45JNB - NRT
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 2/1221:55NRT - JNB
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/10R15 350
Wed 26/119:25JNB - NRT
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 3/1216:55NRT - JNB
1 stop42h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/10R15 437
Wed 22/109:50JNB - KIX
2 stops28h 10mChina Eastern
Tue 11/119:20KIX - JNB
2 stops30h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/10R15 490
Wed 5/119:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1121:50NRT - JNB
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10R15 525
Tue 11/1114:30JNB - NRT
2 stops21h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 19/1120:30NRT - JNB
2 stops23h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/10R15 595
Tue 11/119:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1211:35NRT - JNB
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/10R15 612

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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 13 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Japan that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Japan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

13:40-6:20

1 stop33h 40m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 10/3

8:50-6:10

1 stop28h 20m

R14 336

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/11

8:20-19:20

2 stops28h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 22/11

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R15 105

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

19:55-15:35

1 stop36h 40m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 14/2

22:55-6:10

1 stop38h 15m

R15 315

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

10:40-21:40

2 stops28h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 11/2

16:40-9:25

2 stops23h 45m

R16 381

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

13:45-16:25

1 stop19h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 3/12

16:30-8:20

2 stops46h 50m

R16 486

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/2

10:40-7:30

2 stops37h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 11/2

10:00-9:25

2 stops30h 25m

R16 749

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

10:40-15:35

2 stops21h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 2/4

9:15-9:25

2 stops31h 10m

R17 028

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/3

10:40-17:05

2 stops23h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 2/4

11:10-9:25

2 stops29h 15m

R17 028

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

10:25-22:30

1 stop29h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 11/2

0:05-5:35

1 stop36h 30m

R17 186

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 20/11

17:20-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 221

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Japan

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Japan from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R11 539). Flying from South Africa to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 881). 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 ZA to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 13 October 2025.

When flying from South Africa 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 31% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Japan?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Japan flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 13 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 379 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 023 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 645 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
875 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 373 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

HYD - DXB

Had bad experience this time. Didnt like the seat comforat at all. Additionally, this time Emirates came up with crazy seat arrangement where part of family were placed in different seat and this happened with lot of passengers that day on the flight. I think they did this so that next time we buy seat and pay more. The Indian food was the worst. I booked for Hindu meal well in advance and told at the ticket counter as well but got the regular food. Good bye Emirates, will try Qatar or European airlines next time.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Japan?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Japan in 28h. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air, or Emirates to get the fastest option. There are 13573 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 R8 584. Users have also found prices from R9 144 and R10 210 on Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R11 539). Flying from South Africa to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of R13 881). 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 13 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 566AverageR16 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 891AverageR15 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 034AverageR18 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 080AverageR16 367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR13 654AverageR17 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 747AverageR19 336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air ChinaCheapestR15 505AverageR18 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 467AverageR21 801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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