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Cheap flights from South Africa to Japan from R8 051

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — FUK
Jul 5 — Jul 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
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 5 June 2026.

Mon 15/69:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop19h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sun 28/618:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6R12 451
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 347
Thu 30/79:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop19h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 28/818:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/6R13 543
Thu 22/109:45
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops49h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1117:20
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6R13 852
Wed 24/69:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/618:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/6R14 211
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 244
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 293
Wed 3/612:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 10/617:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/6R14 309
Thu 11/612:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/617:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5R14 341
Thu 16/712:40
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop21h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 23/718:55
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/5R14 439
Thu 18/613:15
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 24/617:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/6R14 504
Thu 18/613:15
CPT
-
NRT
1 stop22h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 1/717:25
NRT
-
CPT
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/6R14 537

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 5 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 451

One-way from

R8 051

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 341
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-28/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 05m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 30m total
  • South Africa to Japan
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 752 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 5 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Japan that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

14:05-19:10

1 stop22h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 28/8

22:25-4:00

1 stop36h 35m

R16 281

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 297

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

7:30-19:10

2 stops28h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 28/8

22:25-4:00

1 stop36h 35m

R18 008

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

9:50-9:00

2 stops40h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 22/7

9:55-8:20

2 stops29h 25m

R18 139

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 709

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/7

13:15-22:25

2 stops26h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 27/7

1:35-10:15

1 stop39h 40m

R18 839

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

9:25-17:25

3 stops25h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 22/7

14:45-4:00

2 stops44h 15m

R18 986

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/7

13:15-19:10

1 stop22h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 22/7

17:25-10:15

1 stop23h 50m

R19 231

Cape TownOsaka

CPT - ITM

CPTITM

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

19:30-19:45

2 stops41h 15m

Osaka Itami

Wed 17/6

14:35-10:15

2 stops50h 40m

R19 296

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 654

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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 211). Flying from South Africa to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 296). 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 5 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
1 835 reviews
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Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

8,2

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
1 835 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 835 reviews
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Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

8,2

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
1 532 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 835 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

8,2

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
3 582 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 835 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

8,2

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
1 357 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 835 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

8,2

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
3 731 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 835 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

Comfort

8,2

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, Etihad Airways, 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 147. Users have also found prices from R7 111 and R7 590 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 211). Flying from South Africa to Japan in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 296). 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 5 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapestR8 849AverageR15 981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 808AverageR17 673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 194AverageR15 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 032AverageR14 003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 324AverageR19 030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 065AverageR15 279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR14 061AverageR14 677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 257AverageR18 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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