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$473+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Japan

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Nov 11 — Nov 181
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This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1911:05 amJNB - HND
1 stop27h 10mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/2410:10 amHND - JNB
2 stops36h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/5$863
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/110:10 amJNB - HND
1 stop37h 45mLufthansa
Mon 12/912:35 pmHND - JNB
1 stop27h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 11/5$964
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/511:00 pmJNB - KIX
2 stops38h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/127:05 pmKIX - JNB
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/6$1,079
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/12:35 pmJNB - HND
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/81:55 amHND - JNB
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,261
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/612:45 pmJNB - HND
1 stop29h 15mQatar Airways
Fri 12/1311:30 pmHND - JNB
1 stop35h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,268
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/16:50 pmJNB - HND
1 stop20h 40mEmirates
Sun 12/812:05 amHND - JNB
1 stop23h 30mEmirates
Deal found 11/5$1,298
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2310:10 amJNB - HND
2 stops28h 20mAir China
Sat 1/113:25 pmHND - JNB
2 stops47h 15mAir China
Deal found 11/5$1,336
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/197:40 pmJNB - HND
1 stop28h 10mAir France
Sat 11/232:00 amHND - JNB
2 stops38h 25mAir France
Deal found 11/5$1,519
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Sat 12/711:55 pmJNB - HND
2 stops36h 30mKLM
Sat 12/141:00 amHND - JNB
2 stops52h 00mKLM
Deal found 11/5$2,093

Find flights from South Africa to Japan within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Japan 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 2,552,551 searches. Data last updated November 6, 2024.

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JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

9:55 am-5:00 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$473

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/21

11:05 am-1:45 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$530

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/20

2:00 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$578

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

2:15 pm-11:55 am

3 stops38h 40m

$674

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/19

6:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$740

JohannesburgOsaka

JNB - KIX

JNBKIX

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/6

12:45 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$755

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/5

11:00 pm-6:30 am

2 stops48h 30m

$1,292

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/5

2:35 pm-4:45 am

2 stops31h 10m

$717

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/5

7:50 pm-1:00 am

1 stop22h 10m

$808

JohannesburgTokyo

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/19

11:05 am-9:15 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 11/24

10:10 am-3:30 pm

2 stops36h 20m

$863

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Japan

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Japan

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa to Japan including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 $954). Flying from South Africa to Japan in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,268). 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 ZA to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 2.0 - 8.3 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. 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 Japan. Reviews last updated November 6, 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,533 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,533 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,533 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,332 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,533 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,533 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
877 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,533 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,878 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,533 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Japan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $473 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $530 and Singapore Airlines from $578 one-way.

  • 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?

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

  • 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 $954). Flying from South Africa to Japan in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,268). 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 2 airlines flying from South Africa to Japan

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Japan. 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 2,552,551 searches. Data last updated November 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$786Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$836Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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