Question 1

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Tokyo?

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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Tokyo.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Tokyo with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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All flight searches to Tokyo on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Tokyo?

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momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Tokyo. Filter by price, airline, airport, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to Tokyo right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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If you are not ready to book a flight to Tokyo now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to Tokyo and let you know when they change.

Question 5

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

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The best time to book a flight to Tokyo from South Africa is 75 days out, which is when prices tend to be around R14 553.

Question 6

Is there an alternative airport near Tokyo?

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Those flying to Tokyo could potentially find better pricing at Tokyo Haneda Airport (15 km from Tokyo city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

Question 7

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Tokyo?

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The cheapest airport near Tokyo is typically Tokyo Haneda Airport, with an average price of R4 100/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 8

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Tokyo?

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Users booking trips to Tokyo from Incheon found flights 55% cheaper than the average price of flights to Tokyo. To find the cheapest price to Tokyo from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 9

Are there flights to Nerima?

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Yes, you can get a flight ticket to Tokyo Haneda if you want to reach Nerima. It is the nearest Tokyo airport (26,8 km away).

Question 10

What’s the closest airport to Ogikubo Railway Station?

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Tokyo Haneda in Tokyo is the closest airport to Ogikubo Railway Station (distance: 22,7 km).

Question 11

Which airlines fly to Tokyo?

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For flights from South Africa to Tokyo, most momondo users will book with popular airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and Emirates. Depending on what airport you fly from, you may have other airlines to choose from.

Question 12

Japan Airlines Flights to Tokyo

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163 Japan Airlines flights head to Tokyo on average each week. Most will be flying from Sapporo Chitose to Tokyo, the most popular route that Japan Airlines operates to Tokyo. Prices vary based on when and where you fly from - the cheapest Japan Airlines flight to Tokyo found in the past 3 days on momondo was R12 478, departing from Cape Town Intl. Japan Airlines is the most popular choice on momondo for this route and has been scored 8,3/10 by 1 705 of our users.

Question 13

Singapore Airlines Flights to Tokyo

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Singapore Airlines (8,2/10, 1 452 reviews) is also a popular choice for flights to Tokyo, with deals from as low as R10 651 from Cape Town Intl, return. With 74 Singapore Airlines flights to Tokyo on average each week, prices can vary significantly by origin and availability.

Question 14

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Tokyo?

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Prices for flights to Tokyo refresh daily.

Question 15

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Tokyo?

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There are 7 operators available for flights to Tokyo as of February 2026.

Question 16

How old do you have to be to fly to Tokyo?

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The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Tokyo.

Question 17

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tokyo?

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The necessary travel and health documents for your Tokyo trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Question 18

How long does it take to fly to Tokyo?

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On average, it takes 19h 40m to fly from South Africa to Tokyo if you fly out of Johannesburg OR Tambo (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Tokyo Narita (the most popular airport in Tokyo). If you’re flying out of Cape Town Intl and into Tokyo Narita, then the flight time is around 21h 20m.

Question 19

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tokyo from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tokyo for around R14 719 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tokyo from South Africa for as low as R12 894 on momondo.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly to Tokyo?

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In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to Tokyo. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R13 085. The month of May is another great option to travel to Tokyo, with average flight prices from South Africa averaging around R13 581.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO TOKYO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	February	11% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Tokyo costs on average just R13 085 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO TOKYO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	10% more expensive	It costs about R16 121 for flights to Tokyo from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO TOKYO FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	285% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Tokyo from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R7 254
Best Round-Trip Price	R12 990
Fastest flight time	19h 00m
Popular in	August

R7 254 Cheap flights to Tokyo

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