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Cheap flights from South Africa to Japan from R8 070

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 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
Aug 30 — Sep 61
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 31 July 2026.

Wed 2/914:30
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops22h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 9/920:40
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops23h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/7R13 389
Wed 26/89:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/918:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/7R13 405
Thu 20/89:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 30/818:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/7R13 936
Thu 22/109:45
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1110:05
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7R14 018
Thu 22/109:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/1117:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/7R14 250
Fri 4/919:30
CPT
-
KIX
1 stop38h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/918:55
KIX
-
CPT
1 stop29h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R14 565
Sun 6/913:15
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 22/922:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/7R15 211
Wed 2/913:15
CPT
-
HND
1 stop27h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/91:35
HND
-
CPT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R15 228
Wed 2/913:15
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 9/917:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/7R15 261
Mon 24/814:05
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Mon 31/818:55
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7R16 139
Wed 9/99:45
JNB
-
HND
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/96:35
HND
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7R16 255
Wed 2/920:55
JNB
-
HND
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 14/91:35
HND
-
JNB
1 stop38h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/7R16 371

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 31 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 389

One-way from

R8 070

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R16 289
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 2/9-9/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 55m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 40m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 827 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 212 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 31 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Japan that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

14:30-19:40

2 stops22h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 9/9

20:40-13:25

2 stops23h 45m

R13 521

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/10

9:45-7:40

2 stops38h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 11/11

10:05-8:20

2 stops29h 15m

R14 018

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

13:15-19:10

1 stop22h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 22/9

22:25-17:30

1 stop26h 05m

R15 211

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

9:45-12:45

1 stop20h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 11/9

18:00-8:15

1 stop21h 15m

R16 355

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

13:15-17:25

1 stop21h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 16/9

9:40-10:15

2 stops31h 35m

R17 200

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - KIX

CPTKIX

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/9

13:15-17:15

1 stop21h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 21/9

23:45-18:05

1 stop25h 20m

R17 299

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/10

11:10-13:55

1 stop19h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 26/10

10:10-7:25

1 stop28h 15m

R18 028

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/10

11:00-15:35

1 stop21h 35m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 11/11

16:45-7:25

1 stop21h 40m

R18 277

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

11:00-13:10

1 stop19h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 7/11

14:20-7:25

1 stop24h 05m

R18 277

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/10

11:00-14:10

1 stop20h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 6/11

16:45-7:25

1 stop21h 40m

R18 277

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R14 565). Flying from South Africa to Japan in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 465). 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 31 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
1 889 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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
1 889 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 889 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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
1 584 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 889 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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
3 639 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 889 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 889 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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
1 499 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 889 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Food

7,7

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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

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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 20h. Fly via Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, or Etihad Airways 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.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R14 565). Flying from South Africa to Japan in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 465). 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 31 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapestR8 997AverageR15 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 972AverageR17 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 365AverageR15 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 259AverageR14 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 514AverageR17 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 952AverageR15 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR14 297AverageR14 923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 793AverageR21 247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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