Cheap flights from South Africa to Japan from R7 020

JNB — FUK
Dec 5 — Dec 121
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

Fri 20/1120:20 -
1 stop19h 35m
Mon 23/110:25 -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 4/11R14 205
Wed 2/1220:20 -
1 stop19h 35m
Sun 13/120:25 -
1 stop34h 30m
Deal found 1/11R14 255
Thu 3/1213:45 -
1 stop26h 10m
Sun 13/120:25 -
1 stop34h 30m
Deal found 1/11R14 288
Thu 19/1113:45 -
1 stop39h 10m
Thu 3/129:15 -
2 stops30h 10m
Deal found 3/11R15 309
Wed 2/1213:45 -
1 stop21h 10m
Wed 9/1219:50 -
2 stops26h 45m
Deal found 3/11R15 326
Thu 19/1113:45 -
1 stop39h 10m
Thu 26/118:50 -
3 stops30h 35m
Deal found 1/11R15 342
Tue 8/1213:45 -
1 stop26h 10m
Mon 14/120:25 -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 31/10R15 375
Wed 2/1220:20 -
1 stop19h 35m
Mon 14/120:25 -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 1/11R15 392
Wed 2/1220:20 -
1 stop19h 35m
Wed 9/120:25 -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 1/11R15 408
Thu 12/1113:45 -
1 stop26h 10m
Thu 19/1112:30 -
2 stops27h 10m
Deal found 2/11R15 458
Mon 16/1113:45 -
1 stop21h 10m
Thu 26/1118:15 -
2 stops28h 20m
Deal found 1/11R15 474
Tue 24/119:25 -
3 stops25h 30m
Tue 8/1221:55 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 1/11R15 491

Find flight deals from South Africa to Japan

Round-trip from

R13 777

One-way from

R7 020

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 749
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/1-22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 45m total
  • South Africa to Japan
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 35m total
  • South Africa to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R4 499 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 422 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

12:35-17:55

1 stop22h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 388

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/1

12:35-22:55

1 stop27h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 454

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/1

12:35-17:55

1 stop22h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 454

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

19:25-22:55

1 stop20h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 503

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/1

19:25-22:55

1 stop20h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 586

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

12:35-22:55

1 stop27h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 602

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

12:35-11:55

1 stop40h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 685

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - NRT Tokyo Narita

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

5:45-17:55

2 stops29h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 756
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - NRT Tokyo Narita

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/1

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 871

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Fri 4/12

15:15-22:55

2 stops24h 40m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 31/12

0:00-17:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 871

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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 R15 161). Flying from South Africa to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 963). 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 76 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 Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways 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.

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,1

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Japan in 22h 35m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. There are 14771 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 954. Users have also found prices from R5 753 and R5 754 on Etihad Airways and Emirates, 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 R15 161). Flying from South Africa to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 963). 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 AirlinesCheapestR8 948AverageR16 541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 268AverageR16 646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 918AverageR17 023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 946AverageR15 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 273AverageR15 653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 451AverageR18 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR16 803AverageR20 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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