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$424+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Japan

JNB — FUK
Dec 9 — Dec 161
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Japan

Sun 12/61:45 pm -
1 stop21h 10m
Sun 12/139:55 pm -
1 stop24h 40m
Deal found 11/8$939
Fri 11/131:45 pm -
1 stop26h 10m
Fri 11/207:05 am -
2 stops39h 30m
Deal found 11/6$951
Fri 11/278:20 pm -
1 stop19h 35m
Thu 12/312:25 am -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 11/7$1,010
Fri 11/278:20 pm -
1 stop39h 00m
Fri 12/48:55 am -
2 stops30h 30m
Deal found 11/7$1,013
Tue 11/179:50 am -
1 stop20h 25m
Tue 11/245:20 pm -
1 stop22h 05m
Deal found 11/5$1,028
Tue 11/1012:35 pm -
1 stop27h 20m
Tue 12/812:25 am -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 11/4$1,028
Wed 12/212:35 pm -
1 stop27h 20m
Tue 12/812:25 am -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 11/4$1,029
Wed 12/212:35 pm -
1 stop22h 20m
Wed 12/94:55 pm -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 11/5$1,033
Wed 11/119:50 am -
2 stops31h 55m
Wed 11/186:35 am -
2 stops32h 50m
Deal found 11/4$1,043
Fri 12/410:10 am -
1 stop29h 20m
Thu 12/1012:05 am -
1 stop27h 25m
Deal found 11/6$1,045
Wed 12/21:40 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Tue 12/812:05 am -
1 stop24h 55m
Deal found 11/5$1,045
Wed 12/26:30 pm -
1 stop39h 35m
Wed 12/911:10 pm -
1 stop24h 35m
Deal found 11/4$1,051

Find flight deals from South Africa to Japan

Round-trip from

$939
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$424
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$894
From South Africa to Japan
One-way flight from South Africa to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026

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JohannesburgTokyo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - NRT Tokyo Narita

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/21

1:45 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$424

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - HND Tokyo Haneda

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/17

8:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$425

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - HND Tokyo Haneda

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/28

1:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$439

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/21

12:35 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$512

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - HND Tokyo Haneda

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/21

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$567

Cape TownTokyo

CPT Cape Town Intl - HND Tokyo Haneda

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/22

11:45 am-10:55 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$616

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - NRT Tokyo Narita

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/7

9:25 am-5:55 pm

1 stop25h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$637

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - NRT Tokyo Narita

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/28

8:20 am-7:25 pm

2 stops28h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$650

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - HND Tokyo Haneda

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/28

10:20 am-1:05 am

2 stops31h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$693

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - NRT Tokyo Narita

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/10

6:50 pm-8:40 am

1 stop30h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$704

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Japan

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of $923). Flying from South Africa to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,090). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Japan?

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Japan. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from South Africa to Japan. 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

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

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.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

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.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

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.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

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.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

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.

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

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

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Japan?

    For as low as $1,060, Emirates can have you in Japan from South Africa in 22h 35m. There are 9178 mi between South Africa and Japan. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Japan (average of $923). Flying from South Africa to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,090). 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 3 airlines flying from South Africa to Japan

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$816Average$975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,012Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$1,109Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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