Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo from R6 752

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — TYO
Jan 1 — Jan 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Tokyo are usually found in February or May, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 2 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 599

One-way from

R6 752

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 454
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/1-22/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Tokyo
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Tokyo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R5 310 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 066 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 December 2025.

Wed 3/129:25JNB - NRT
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Wed 10/1216:55NRT - JNB
1 stop29h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/11R16 343
Tue 2/129:25JNB - NRT
1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 9/1221:55NRT - JNB
1 stop24h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/12R17 796
Sun 7/129:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 14/1217:20NRT - JNB
1 stop22h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/12R18 240
Mon 8/1213:45JNB - NRT
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 15/1216:55NRT - JNB
1 stop29h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/12R18 445
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - NRT
1 stop21h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/1215:30NRT - JNB
2 stops22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/11R18 685
Tue 2/1211:00JNB - HND
1 stop26h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/1216:00HND - JNB
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/12R18 839
Wed 3/1211:00JNB - HND
1 stop26h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/1210:10HND - JNB
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/11R18 924
Mon 8/1220:20JNB - HND
1 stop21h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 15/1223:30HND - JNB
1 stop23h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/12R18 975
Tue 2/1211:00JNB - NRT
1 stop21h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 9/1215:30NRT - JNB
2 stops22h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/12R19 112
Tue 2/1220:20JNB - HND
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1212:45HND - JNB
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R19 129
Sun 28/129:50JNB - NRT
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/116:55NRT - JNB
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12R19 386
Wed 3/1214:30JNB - NRT
2 stops21h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/1220:30NRT - JNB
2 stops38h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/11R19 522

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Tokyo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/1

14:30-19:20

2 stops21h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 22/1

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R12 599

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

19:50-15:45

1 stop36h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 2/6

17:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

R12 958

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

19:50-21:55

1 stop19h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 22/5

22:55-18:35

1 stop26h 40m

R13 317

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

19:50-8:00

1 stop29h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 2/6

11:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

R13 744

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

19:50-6:45

1 stop27h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 14/5

17:05-18:35

1 stop32h 30m

R14 069

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/1

13:45-1:00

1 stop28h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 12/2

23:30-15:25

1 stop22h 55m

R14 958

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

14:30-19:20

2 stops21h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 22/1

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

R14 975

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

13:45-17:30

1 stop20h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 29/5

11:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

R15 266

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/3

13:40-17:05

1 stop20h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 21/4

11:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

R15 830

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

13:45-17:30

1 stop20h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 24/5

11:10-18:35

1 stop38h 25m

R16 018

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Tokyo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 28 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 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 OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo (average of R11 283). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 445). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 December 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo?

Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R12 864.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 11m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 35m.

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 2 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo?

    Ethiopian Air and Singapore Airlines can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo in just under 21h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 05m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Tokyo is about 13573 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Singapore Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Tokyo, with prices starting at R11 309. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R11 628 and R13 477, respectively. Singapore Airlines is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R6 752. Qatar Airways flights start at R9 334 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at R10 377 one-way.

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

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Tokyo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo (average of R11 283). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of R14 445). 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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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 309AverageR14 609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 628AverageR14 482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR13 477AverageR16 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR14 099AverageR17 252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 285AverageR15 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR14 499AverageR16 685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 101AverageR19 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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