How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo?

There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Tokyo in 26h 50m. Fly via Qatar Airways or Japan Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 13515 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 R11 016 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Japan Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at R11 052 and R11 069 round-trip. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

R6 327 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 Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R7 124 and R7 833, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tokyo ranges from 50.0 - 210.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Tokyo when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tokyo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Tokyo?

Before booking your flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific or Qatar Airways.

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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to TYO?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo as you normally would.

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.

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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 Tokyo.

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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.

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg to Tokyo flights typically cost between R18 212 and R14 249 in May. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was R12 758 on Qatar Airways (May 27-Jun 16).

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20:55-23:55

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JohannesburgTokyo

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JohannesburgTokyo

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JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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15:05-20:00

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Tokyo Narita

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JohannesburgTokyo

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Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JohannesburgTokyo

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15:05-23:55

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

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo (average of R10 154). Flying from Johannesburg to Tokyo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R22 994). 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 Tokyo

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

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1 497 reviews

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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

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10,0

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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

1 275 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

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1 497 reviews

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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

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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

1 432 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 497 reviews

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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

1 003 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 497 reviews

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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.

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How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo?
There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Tokyo in 26h 50m. Fly via Qatar Airways or Japan Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 13515 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 R11 016 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Japan Airlines and Etihad Airways, starting at R11 052 and R11 069 round-trip. Users have found that Singapore Airlines is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Tokyo one-way?
R6 327 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 Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R7 124 and R7 833, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo (average of R10 154). Flying from Johannesburg to Tokyo in August is currently the most expensive (average of R22 994). 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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Qatar Airways	CheapestR12 947	AverageR16 134	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
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