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Cheap flights from Japan to South Africa from R8 041

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FUK — JNB
Nov 24 — Dec 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Japan to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Japan to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 25 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R14 958

One-way from

R8 041

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R22 030
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 22/3-4/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 45m total
  • Japan to South Africa
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6/3
  • 6/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • Japan to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R57 396 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (R21 663 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from Japan to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Japan to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 October 2025.

Wed 3/1216:55NRT - JNB
2 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/129:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10R15 805
Mon 8/128:40HND - JNB
2 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 15/129:50JNB - HND
2 stops28h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/10R16 497
Sun 23/1120:30NRT - JNB
2 stops23h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1114:30JNB - NRT
2 stops21h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/10R17 482
Wed 3/1220:30NRT - JNB
2 stops38h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/128:20JNB - NRT
2 stops28h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/10R18 122
Fri 21/1121:30NRT - JNB
1 stop40h 55mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/1111:00JNB - NRT
1 stop26h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/10R18 191
Fri 21/1120:30NRT - JNB
2 stops23h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/1214:30JNB - NRT
2 stops21h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 22/10R18 278
Sun 23/118:50NRT - JNB
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/119:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/10R18 295
Sun 7/128:40HND - JNB
2 stops30h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 14/129:50JNB - HND
2 stops28h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 23/10R18 433
Wed 5/1114:20NRT - JNB
1 stop24h 05mCathay Pacific
Sat 8/1111:20JNB - NRT
1 stop19h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/10R18 693
Sun 7/1220:30NRT - JNB
1 stop30h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 14/128:20JNB - NRT
1 stop28h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 23/10R19 038
Sun 23/1110:10HND - JNB
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/1111:00JNB - HND
1 stop27h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/10R19 211
Fri 21/1116:00HND - JNB
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/1111:00JNB - HND
1 stop19h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 22/10R19 367

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Japan to South Africa 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 25 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Japan to South Africa that are best for you.

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Japan

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South Africa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

Wed 3/12

16:55-8:20

2 stops46h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

R15 805

TokyoJohannesburg

HND - JNB

HNDJNB

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 22/3

16:40-18:35

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

19:50-21:55

1 stop19h 05m

R16 237

TokyoJohannesburg

HND - JNB

HNDJNB

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 8/12

8:40-8:20

2 stops30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

9:50-20:50

2 stops28h 00m

R16 497

OsakaJohannesburg

KIX - JNB

KIXJNB

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 5/3

16:50-18:35

1 stop32h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

19:55-8:35

1 stop29h 40m

R17 966

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

Sun 23/11

21:30-7:25

1 stop40h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

11:00-6:30

1 stop36h 30m

R18 191

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

Mon 2/3

18:00-7:25

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

11:00-6:30

1 stop36h 30m

R18 727

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

Fri 21/11

15:30-7:25

2 stops22h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

11:00-16:50

2 stops22h 50m

R19 056

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

Sat 6/12

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

14:30-19:20

2 stops21h 50m

R19 073

OsakaJohannesburg

KIX - JNB

KIXJNB

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 5/3

10:00-7:25

1 stop28h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

11:00-14:55

2 stops20h 55m

R19 177

TokyoJohannesburg

HND - JNB

HNDJNB

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 21/11

16:00-7:25

1 stop22h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 28/11

11:00-13:45

1 stop19h 45m

R19 367

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Best time to book a flight from Japan to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Japan to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Japan to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to South Africa (average of R11 153). Flying from Japan to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R19 609). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 25 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andAir China from Japan to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
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Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 387 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Air China
7,2
Good
117 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
878 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 384 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Japan to South Africa. 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 Japan to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Japan to South Africa in 30h 40m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, China Eastern, or Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. There are 13515 km between Japan and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Japan to South Africa one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R9 735. Users have also found prices from R16 618 and R19 108 on Japan Airlines and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Japan to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Japan to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Japan to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Japan to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Japan to South Africa 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 Japan to South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to South Africa (average of R11 153). Flying from Japan to South Africa in January is currently the most expensive (average of R19 609). 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 4 airlines flying from Japan to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Japan to South Africa. 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 25 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 159AverageR18 888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 138AverageR17 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR17 906AverageR18 021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR30 928AverageR31 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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