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Cheap flights from South Africa to Tokyo from R7 613

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — TYO
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 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 24/2R13 127
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 127
Tue 17/1113:40
JNB
-
HND
1 stop25h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/118:50
HND
-
JNB
1 stop40h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 24/2R13 159
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 191
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 239
Fri 22/513:50
CPT
-
NRT
2 stops22h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 4/620:40
NRT
-
CPT
2 stops23h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 25/2R13 270
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 302
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 318
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 318
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 429
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 588
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 652

Find flight deals from South Africa to Tokyo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Tokyo flight deals. Data was last updated 27 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 127

One-way from

R7 613

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 064
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 24/8-7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 25m total
  • South Africa to Tokyo
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Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 35m total
  • South Africa to Tokyo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 042 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 251 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 27 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Tokyo that are best for you.

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Fly to

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 127

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/8

19:50-8:00

1 stop29h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 7/9

19:00-18:35

1 stop30h 35m

R13 127

Cape TownTokyo

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

13:50-19:40

2 stops22h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 4/6

20:40-13:00

2 stops23h 20m

R13 270

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

19:50-8:00

1 stop29h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 2/7

19:00-18:35

1 stop30h 35m

R14 017

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-12:30

1 stop19h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 19/6

18:00-8:20

1 stop21h 20m

R14 446

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 558

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/6

19:50-21:55

1 stop19h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 3/7

22:55-18:35

1 stop26h 40m

R14 605

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

R14 987

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 797

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

22:50-19:40

2 stops37h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 19/6

20:40-13:05

2 stops23h 25m

R16 195

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Tokyo

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Tokyo (average of R8 916). Flying from South Africa to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of R12 825). 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 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 27 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andCathay Pacific from South Africa to Tokyo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 534 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 180 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 745 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 465 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Etihad Airways fly from South Africa to Tokyo in about 19h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 15m. There are 13573 km between South Africa and Tokyo. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 140. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from South Africa to Tokyo for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Tokyo?

    While some choose either Johannesburg OR Tambo - Tokyo Haneda or Cape Town Intl - Tokyo Narita, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Tokyo Narita is the most popular route from South Africa to Tokyo.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Tokyo (average of R8 916). Flying from South Africa to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of R12 825). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Tokyo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 630AverageR14 871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Japan AirlinesCheapestR10 725AverageR15 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 810AverageR12 950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 544AverageR17 128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 750AverageR14 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR13 247AverageR16 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 969AverageR19 505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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