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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Osaka from R12 844

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — OSA
Apr 23 — Apr 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Osaka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Osaka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2026.

Sat 25/49:45
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop19h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/518:40
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop20h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/3R12 844
Mon 4/514:45
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/518:55
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R13 641
Sat 6/69:50
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 9/618:40
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/3R13 692
Sun 3/514:45
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 10/518:55
KIX
-
JNB
1 stop28h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3R14 218
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
KIX
2 stops28h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 13/520:20
KIX
-
JNB
2 stops42h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/3R15 100
Mon 29/614:45
JNB
-
ITM
2 stops33h 45m
Japan Airlines
Mon 13/720:00
ITM
-
JNB
2 stops26h 20m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 20/3R16 949
Thu 11/620:40
JNB
-
ITM
2 stops36h 20m
Japan Airlines
Mon 15/618:25
ITM
-
JNB
2 stops27h 55m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 19/3R17 017
Mon 4/520:40
JNB
-
KIX
1 stop37h 45m
Japan Airlines
Mon 11/514:50
KIX
-
JNB
2 stops32h 20m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 20/3R17 085
Mon 29/614:45
JNB
-
KIX
2 stops35h 30m
Japan Airlines
Mon 13/76:40
KIX
-
JNB
2 stops39h 40m
Japan Airlines
Deal found 20/3R17 425
Wed 6/520:40
JNB
-
ITM
2 stops27h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/516:55
ITM
-
JNB
2 stops30h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/3R18 867
Thu 7/514:45
JNB
-
ITM
2 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/520:05
ITM
-
JNB
2 stops27h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3R19 308
Fri 24/414:45
JNB
-
ITM
2 stops46h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/520:05
ITM
-
JNB
2 stops27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3R20 224

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Osaka

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Osaka (OSA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R12 844

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

R16 508
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 25/4-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Osaka
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

9:45-21:35

2 stops28h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 8/5

18:40-8:15

1 stop20h 35m

R13 081
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

9:50-11:50

1 stop19h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 9/6

18:40-8:20

1 stop20h 40m

R13 692

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

9:45-21:35

2 stops28h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 13/5

20:20-8:15

2 stops42h 55m

R15 100

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - ITM

JNBITM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/6

14:45-8:35

2 stops34h 50m

Osaka Itami

Mon 13/7

18:20-15:20

2 stops28h 00m

R17 017

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - ITM

JNBITM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

20:40-16:00

2 stops36h 20m

Osaka Itami

Mon 15/6

18:25-15:20

2 stops27h 55m

R17 017

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - ITM

JNBITM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

20:40-7:35

2 stops27h 55m

Osaka Itami

Wed 13/5

16:55-16:10

2 stops30h 15m

R18 867

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

9:50-7:55

2 stops39h 05m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 7/6

18:40-8:20

1 stop20h 40m

R19 070

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - ITM

JNBITM

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

14:45-7:35

2 stops33h 50m

Osaka Itami

Thu 14/5

20:05-16:10

2 stops27h 05m

R19 308

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

14:45-17:25

1 stop19h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 7/6

18:55-16:10

1 stop28h 15m

R19 969

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

9:25-17:25

3 stops25h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 10/5

18:55-16:05

2 stops28h 10m

R19 986

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Osaka

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Osaka

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Osaka?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Osaka. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Osaka may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Osaka?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Osaka (average of R10 214). Flying from Johannesburg to Osaka in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 185). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Osaka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Osaka. 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 Osaka. Reviews last updated 24 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines,Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Johannesburg to Osaka have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 748 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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
1 748 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 748 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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
1 484 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 748 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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
1 228 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 748 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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
3 732 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 748 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 429 reviews
Japan Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 748 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,4

Food

7,7

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

7,8

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 Johannesburg to Osaka. 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 Johannesburg to Osaka?

    For as low as R13 081, Etihad Airways can have you in Osaka from Johannesburg in 28h 50m. The distance from Johannesburg to Osaka is about 13082 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Osaka round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qatar Airways (R10 211), Japan Airlines (R11 084), and Emirates (R11 789) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg to Osaka. Qatar Airways is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Osaka that include hotel bookings?

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Osaka.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Osaka 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 Johannesburg to Osaka?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Osaka (average of R10 214). Flying from Johannesburg to Osaka in August is currently the most expensive (average of R15 185). 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 Johannesburg to Osaka

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Osaka. 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 24 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 211AverageR16 301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR11 084AverageR16 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 789AverageR17 599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 515AverageR15 365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 774AverageR15 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 267AverageR16 884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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China EasternCheapestR14 639AverageR15 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 750AverageR16 276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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