How long is the flight from South Africa to Japan?

There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Japan in 19h 35m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or Qatar Airways 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 190. Users have also found prices from R6 952 and R7 453 on Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 50.0 - 210.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to JP?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Japan as you normally would.

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.

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Find flight deals from South Africa to Japan

Round-trip from	R14 450
One-way from	R8 129
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R15 554

Etihad Airways
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41h 20m total
South Africa to Japan

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Qatar Airways
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26h 10m total
South Africa to Japan

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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 210). Flying from South Africa to Japan in October is currently the most expensive (average of R16 882). 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 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

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1 908 reviews

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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

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1 908 reviews

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1 908 reviews

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1 / 20

2,0

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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

1 585 reviews

Japan Airlines

8,3

Very Good

1 908 reviews

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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

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3 657 reviews

Japan Airlines

8,3

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1 908 reviews

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2,0

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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

3 735 reviews

Japan Airlines

8,3

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1 908 reviews

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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

1 507 reviews

Japan Airlines

8,3

Very Good

1 908 reviews

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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

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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 19h 35m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, or Qatar Airways 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 190. Users have also found prices from R6 952 and R7 453 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of R14 210). Flying from South Africa to Japan in October is currently the most expensive (average of R16 882). 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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Japan Airlines	CheapestR8 689	AverageR15 466	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search Japan Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR9 631	AverageR17 181	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR9 986	AverageR15 173	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	CheapestR10 874	AverageR14 352	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	CheapestR11 119	AverageR17 554	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR12 508	AverageR14 618	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
China Eastern	CheapestR13 807	AverageR14 412	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestR16 467	AverageR20 963	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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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.

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