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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo from R7 178

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 4/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — TYO
Mar 30 — Apr 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 February 2026.

Mon 24/819:50
JNB
-
HND
1 stop27h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 7/917:05
HND
-
JNB
1 stop32h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/2R13 019
Tue 17/1113:40
JNB
-
HND
1 stop18h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/118:50
HND
-
JNB
1 stop40h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2R13 130
Tue 17/1113:40
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop20h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/1118:30
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/2R13 146
Mon 24/819:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop29h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 7/919:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/2R13 210
Fri 13/314:30
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops21h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/319:55
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2R13 258
Thu 23/414:45
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop21h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/522:25
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/2R13 321
Tue 23/619:50
JNB
-
HND
1 stop27h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 30/622:55
HND
-
JNB
1 stop26h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/2R13 337
Tue 23/619:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop29h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 30/619:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop30h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/2R13 337
Sat 7/314:30
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops21h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 14/319:55
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops24h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2R13 449
Fri 19/69:50
JNB
-
NRT
1 stop19h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 3/718:00
NRT
-
JNB
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/2R13 465
Sun 10/514:30
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops22h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 10/620:40
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops23h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R13 608
Tue 17/1114:30
JNB
-
NRT
2 stops21h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 26/1120:30
NRT
-
JNB
2 stops23h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/2R13 671

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Tokyo (TYO). 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 28 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 019

One-way from

R7 178

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 083
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 24/8-7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Tokyo
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 4/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Tokyo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 250 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo 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 28 February 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

19:50-6:45

1 stop27h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 7/9

17:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

R13 210

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

14:30-19:40

2 stops22h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 10/6

20:40-13:05

2 stops23h 25m

R13 608

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

19:50-21:55

1 stop19h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 2/7

17:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

R14 053

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

8:20-19:40

2 stops28h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 24/5

20:40-13:05

2 stops23h 25m

R14 579

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

8:20-19:40

2 stops28h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 22/5

20:40-13:05

2 stops23h 25m

R14 579

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/4

8:20-19:40

2 stops28h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 19/4

20:40-13:05

2 stops23h 25m

R15 008

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/6

14:30-19:40

2 stops22h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 6/7

20:40-13:05

2 stops23h 25m

R15 820

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

20:55-19:10

1 stop39h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 19/6

22:25-15:20

1 stop23h 55m

R16 122

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

14:45-23:55

1 stop26h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 16/6

22:50-9:00

1 stop41h 10m

R16 536

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

13:45-6:45

1 stop34h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 24/5

17:05-6:10

1 stop44h 05m

R18 144

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo is 75 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.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo (average of R8 929). Flying from Johannesburg to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of R12 844). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo?

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo. Reviews last updated 28 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Tokyo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 180 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 421 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Tokyo in 22h 10m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air, or Japan Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 13573 km between Johannesburg and Tokyo. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg to Tokyo is Singapore Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R10 706 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Japan Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at R10 740 and R10 825 round-trip. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Tokyo one-way?

    R6 148 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from R6 914 and R7 645, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Tokyo?

    Johannesburg to Tokyo flights have a stopover in Doha most of the time. Singapore sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Johannesburg to Tokyo. Hong Kong comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Tokyo flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Tokyo flights?

    Johannesburg to Tokyo flights have a stopover in Dubai the least frequently. Johannesburg to Tokyo flights stopping in Seoul are the next rarest. Addis Ababa comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Johannesburg to Tokyo flights.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Tokyo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo?

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo (average of R8 929). Flying from Johannesburg to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of R12 844). 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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Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo. 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 28 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 645AverageR13 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR10 740AverageR15 549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 825AverageR12 968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 562AverageR15 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 205AverageR14 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 266AverageR16 594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 991AverageR19 158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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