Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Air China are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Japan according to our data. Singapore Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Japan to South Africa?

Singapore Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Japan to South Africa

How long is the flight from Japan to South Africa?

On average, it takes 21h 17m to fly from Japan to South Africa if you fly out of Tokyo (the most popular airport in Japan) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Osaka and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 36h 50m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Japan to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Japan to South Africa refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Japan to South Africa?

As of December 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Japan to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Japan to South Africa?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Japan to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:00 - 18:35

NRT

JNB

39h 35m1 stop

19:50 - 8:00

JNB

NRT

29h 10m1 stop

R14 302Singapore Airlines

월, 3월 23 - 화, 4월 7

18:30 - 18:35

NRT

JNB

31h 05m1 stop

19:50 - 8:00

JNB

NRT

29h 10m1 stop

R14 353Singapore Airlines

월, 3월 23 - 화, 4월 7

20:30 - 13:05

NRT

JNB

23h 35m2 stops

8:20 - 19:20

JNB

NRT

28h 00m2 stops

R15 258Ethiopian Air

일, 1월 18 - 일, 1월 25

16:40 - 18:35

HND

JNB

32h 55m1 stop

19:50 - 21:55

JNB

HND

19h 05m1 stop

R15 531Singapore Airlines

월, 3월 23 - 화, 4월 7

17:20 - 8:20

NRT

JNB

22h 00m1 stop

9:50 - 11:40

JNB

NRT

18h 50m1 stop

R15 651Etihad Airways

일, 1월 18 - 일, 1월 25

17:20 - 8:20

NRT

JNB

22h 00m1 stop

9:50 - 11:40

JNB

NRT

18h 50m1 stop

R16 299Etihad Airways

금, 1월 16 - 금, 1월 23

12:10 - 10:50

NRT

CPT

29h 40m1 stop

20:10 - 10:15

CPT

NRT

31h 05m1 stop

R16 453SWISS

일, 1월 18 - 목, 1월 22

12:10 - 10:50

NRT

CPT

29h 40m1 stop

15:55 - 10:15

CPT

NRT

35h 20m2 stops

R16 504SWISS

일, 1월 18 - 목, 1월 22

20:30 - 13:05

NRT

JNB

23h 35m2 stops

14:30 - 19:20

JNB

NRT

21h 50m2 stops

R16 572Ethiopian Air

금, 1월 16 - 금, 1월 23

9:30 - 7:40

KIX

JNB

29h 10m2 stops

10:10 - 11:15

JNB

KIX

66h 05m3 stops

R21 675Air China

일, 12월 21 - 월, 1월 12

Lufthansa flights from Japan to South Africa

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Lufthansa

Jan 16

HND12:35Tokyo Haneda

34h 00m

2 stops

JNB15:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 23

JNB19:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

32h 00m

1 stop

HND10:45Tokyo Haneda

R21 607

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Jan 18

HND10:45Tokyo Haneda

27h 55m

1 stop

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

Jan 22

CPT14:15Cape Town Intl

37h 30m

2 stops

HND10:45Tokyo Haneda

R22 307

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Lufthansa

Dec 15

HND12:35Tokyo Haneda

29h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:00Cape Town Intl

Jan 3

CPT9:30Cape Town Intl

40h 45m

1 stop

HND9:15Tokyo Haneda

R55 827

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Air China flights from Japan to South Africa

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Air China

Dec 21

KIX9:30Osaka Kansai Intl

29h 10m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 12

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

66h 05m

3 stops

KIX11:15Osaka Kansai Intl

R21 675

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Air China

Dec 15

NRT15:15Tokyo Narita

47h 25m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 29

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

25h 50m

2 stops

NRT19:00Tokyo Narita

R22 085

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Dec 15

HND15:25Tokyo Haneda

47h 15m

2 stops

JNB7:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 29

JNB10:10Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 20m

2 stops

HND21:30Tokyo Haneda

R22 802

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TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

월 23/3

10:00-18:35

1 stop39h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

화 7/4

19:50-8:00

1 stop29h 10m

R14 302

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

월 23/3

18:30-18:35

1 stop31h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

화 7/4

19:50-8:00

1 stop29h 10m

R14 353

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

일 18/1

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

일 25/1

8:20-19:20

2 stops28h 00m

R15 258

TokyoJohannesburg

HND - JNB

HNDJNB

Tokyo Haneda

월 23/3

16:40-18:35

1 stop32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

화 7/4

19:50-21:55

1 stop19h 05m

R15 531

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

일 18/1

17:20-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

일 25/1

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

R15 651

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

금 16/1

17:20-8:20

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

금 23/1

9:50-11:40

1 stop18h 50m

R16 299

TokyoCape Town

NRT - CPT

NRTCPT

Tokyo Narita

일 18/1

12:10-10:50

1 stop29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

목 22/1

20:10-10:15

1 stop31h 05m

R16 453

TokyoCape Town

NRT - CPT

NRTCPT

Tokyo Narita

일 18/1

12:10-10:50

1 stop29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

목 22/1

15:55-10:15

2 stops35h 20m

R16 504

TokyoJohannesburg

NRT - JNB

NRTJNB

Tokyo Narita

금 16/1

20:30-13:05

2 stops23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

금 23/1

14:30-19:20

2 stops21h 50m

R16 572

OsakaJohannesburg

KIX - JNB

KIXJNB

Osaka Kansai Intl

일 21/12

9:30-7:40

2 stops29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

월 12/1

10:10-11:15

3 stops66h 05m

R21 675

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Japan is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around R16 128, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in September, then you should wait until March to fly from Japan, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R16 521.

Can stopping save me money on Japan to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a Japan to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 10m
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The fastest flight from Japan to South Africa takes 20h 10m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Japan to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Japan to South Africa refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Japan to South Africa?
As of December 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Japan to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Japan to South Africa?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Japan to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Japan to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R11 014	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 1 411 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 941	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 902 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air China	PriceFrom R17 673	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 127 reviews	Search Air China flights

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