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Cheap flights from South Africa to Tokyo from R9 129

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — TYO
May 21 — May 281
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Tokyo?

To save on the cost of your flight from South Africa to Tokyo, book at least 52 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 2% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R16 036 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R17 129.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Tokyo?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Tokyo from South Africa. Prices for February average R17 210 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R13 703. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of August. Opting for a February flight can save you 10% on your journey compared to booking in August

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Tokyo (ZA - TYO)?

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

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to Tokyo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between South Africa and Tokyo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Ethiopian Air flights travelling from South Africa to Tokyo. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sun 2/614:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 230
Wed 28/814:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/921:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 412
Thu 30/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 539
Tue 4/613:50CPT - NRT
2 stops23h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/5R13 867
Wed 29/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 177
Tue 4/613:50CPT - NRT
2 stops23h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 195
Wed 29/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 742
Tue 2/714:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 17/721:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R15 015
Wed 5/614:30JNB - NRT
2 stops22h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/721:15NRT - JNB
2 stops22h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R15 453

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Tokyo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between South Africa and Tokyo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Qatar Airways flights departing from South Africa and landing in Tokyo. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Mon 3/613:00CPT - NRT
1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 10/622:30NRT - CPT
1 stop43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R16 746
Mon 3/613:00CPT - HND
1 stop27h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 10/622:50HND - CPT
1 stop43h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R16 819
Sun 2/613:00CPT - NRT
1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 9/622:30NRT - CPT
1 stop43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R16 892
Mon 3/613:00CPT - HND
1 stop27h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 10/67:05HND - CPT
2 stops34h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R18 423
Sun 2/613:00CPT - HND
1 stop27h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 9/67:30HND - CPT
2 stops34h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R18 551

Cheap South Africa to Tokyo flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to Tokyo specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from South Africa to Tokyo in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sun 2/614:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 230
Thu 30/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 539
Tue 4/613:50CPT - NRT
2 stops23h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/5R13 867
Wed 29/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 177
Tue 4/613:50CPT - NRT
2 stops23h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 195
Wed 29/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 742
Fri 17/514:30JNB - NRT
2 stops22h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 24/520:55NRT - JNB
2 stops23h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 924
Wed 5/614:30JNB - NRT
2 stops22h 35mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/721:15NRT - JNB
2 stops22h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R15 453
Tue 28/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R15 580

South Africa to Tokyo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and Tokyo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from South Africa to Tokyo in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sun 2/614:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 230
Wed 28/814:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/921:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 412
Thu 30/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 6/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 539
Tue 4/613:50CPT - NRT
2 stops23h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/5R13 867
Wed 29/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 177
Tue 4/613:50CPT - NRT
2 stops23h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 195
Wed 29/514:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 10mEthiopian Air
Wed 5/621:15NRT - CPT
2 stops24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 742
Fri 17/514:30JNB - NRT
2 stops22h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 24/520:55NRT - JNB
2 stops23h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 924
Tue 2/714:35CPT - NRT
2 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Wed 17/721:15NRT - CPT
2 stops23h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R15 015

One-way flights to Tokyo from South Africa

Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Tokyo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from South Africa to Tokyo. Users in need of a round-trip flight from South Africa to Tokyo instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Fri 5/78:20JNB - NRT
2 stops28h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R9 129
Sun 1/98:20JNB - NRT
2 stops28h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/5R9 221
Sun 18/88:20JNB - NRT
2 stops28h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R9 385
Thu 29/88:20JNB - NRT
2 stops28h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/5R9 694
Mon 27/512:10JNB - HND
3 stops53h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R9 840
Mon 27/520:15JNB - HND
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R9 895
Mon 27/513:35JNB - NRT
1 stop22h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R9 895
Mon 27/59:55JNB - NRT
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R9 913
Mon 27/522:35JNB - NRT
2 stops38h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R10 041

Find flights from South Africa to Tokyo within your budget

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 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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R13 230 - R20 373

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape Town IntlTokyo Narita

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/6

2 stops22h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 9/6

2 stops23h 30m

R13 230

Johannesburg OR TamboTokyo Haneda

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/11

1 stop24h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 20/11

1 stop20h 30m

R16 145

Cape Town IntlTokyo Narita

CPT - NRT

CPTNRT

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/6

1 stop22h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 10/6

1 stop43h 20m

R16 746

Johannesburg OR TamboTokyo Narita

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/6

1 stop20h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 6/9

2 stops41h 05m

R17 876

Johannesburg OR TamboTokyo Narita

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/9

1 stop20h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 7/11

1 stop20h 30m

R18 168

Johannesburg OR TamboTokyo Narita

JNB - NRT

JNBNRT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/9

1 stop20h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 5/11

1 stop22h 35m

R18 933

Cape Town IntlTokyo Haneda

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/5

1 stop33h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 6/6

1 stop29h 10m

R19 115

Cape Town IntlTokyo Haneda

CPT - HND

CPTHND

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/6

1 stop26h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 8/6

1 stop42h 30m

R19 261

Johannesburg OR TamboTokyo Haneda

JNB - HND

JNBHND

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/10

2 stops43h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 21/10

2 stops43h 20m

R20 373

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Deals found on 15/5

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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 16 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways and Cathay Pacific from South Africa to Tokyo. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

KLM
7,9
Good
1 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Cathay Pacific
7,8
Good
1 084 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 387 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Boarding

8,4

Reviews

1 / 10

They changed my flight but didn't notify the other carrier. I can't do online check-in and had to wait 30 min to get it all sort out at the counter.

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.

  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Tokyo for under R13 300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Tokyo for under R13 300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Ethiopian Air for just R13 230, but on average you can expect to pay R15 125.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R9 129. 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 Haneda, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Tokyo Narita is the most popular route from South Africa to Tokyo.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Tokyo?

    Consider Cathay Pacific, Emirates or Ethiopian Air when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from South Africa to Tokyo.

  • What does JNB to NRT mean?

    Great question - JNB to NRT just means Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), East London Airport (ELS).

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Tokyo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Tokyo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Tokyo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Tokyo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Tokyo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Tokyo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Tokyo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Tokyo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Tokyo flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Tokyo flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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Top 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Tokyo

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Tokyo. 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 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR10 733AverageR28 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR12 955AverageR15 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 253AverageR17 009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 011AverageR19 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 098AverageR19 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR17 117AverageR18 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 613AverageR20 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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