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Cheap flights from South Africa to Japan from R8 081

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
Jul 9 — Jul 161
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 9 June 2026.

Mon 23/119:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop18h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 27/1117:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/6R13 006
Thu 22/109:45
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops49h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1121:50
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6R13 534
Thu 23/713:15
CPT
-
KIX
1 stop21h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 30/718:55
KIX
-
CPT
1 stop29h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/6R13 898
Sun 14/612:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/617:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/6R14 030
Thu 22/109:45
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops49h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1117:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6R14 047
Tue 9/612:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/617:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R14 410
Sun 26/713:15
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/817:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop31h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/6R14 443
Mon 8/612:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/617:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R14 460
Wed 10/612:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 17/617:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/6R14 493
Tue 21/720:55
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop37h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/718:55
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/6R14 493
Thu 16/714:05
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/717:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R14 526
Sun 26/714:05
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop22h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 11/822:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop36h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/6R14 543

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 9 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 006

One-way from

R8 081

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 609
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 23/11-27/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 50m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 15m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R14 275 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 201 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 9 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

18:55-23:55

1 stop22h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 6/12

1:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R15 253

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

13:15-19:10

1 stop22h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 11/8

19:50-17:30

2 stops28h 40m

R16 526

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

9:00-17:25

2 stops25h 25m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 30/7

18:55-17:30

1 stop29h 35m

R16 691

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

12:40-19:10

1 stop23h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 24/6

17:25-18:10

3 stops31h 45m

R17 649

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

19:30-0:05

1 stop21h 35m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 11/8

16:20-17:30

2 stops32h 10m

R18 492

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 29/6

20:40-14:10

2 stops24h 30m

R18 690

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:30-17:35

2 stops45h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 29/6

22:30-11:30

1 stop44h 00m

R18 922

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

13:30-17:15

1 stop20h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 20/7

23:45-5:30

1 stop36h 45m

R18 971

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/7

13:50-21:35

2 stops24h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 22/7

19:45-13:00

2 stops24h 15m

R19 765

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/10

20:25-21:55

1 stop18h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 9/10

17:05-19:20

1 stop33h 15m

R19 930

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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 394). Flying from South Africa to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 806). 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 74 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 9 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
1 836 reviews
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Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

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
1 836 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 836 reviews
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Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

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
1 539 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 836 reviews
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Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

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
3 580 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 836 reviews
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Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

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.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 369 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 836 reviews
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Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

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
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 836 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

7,8

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,3

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 20h 45m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Emirates to get the fastest option. There are 13082 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 233. Users have also found prices from R7 172 and R7 696 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R14 394). Flying from South Africa to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R20 806). 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 9 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapestR8 973AverageR16 053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 946AverageR17 876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 187AverageR14 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 483AverageR19 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 626AverageR15 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 917AverageR15 257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR14 258AverageR14 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 457AverageR19 073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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