$394+ Cheap flights 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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to Japan in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Japan. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 13 May 2026.

Tue 18/820:35
SYD
-
OKA
1 stop37h 00m
Scoot
Mon 24/809:50
OKA
-
SYD
1 stop32h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 9/5$699
Tue 1/913:00
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop26h 35m
Scoot
Tue 22/915:50
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop26h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 8/5$759
Tue 28/713:00
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop26h 35m
Scoot
Wed 12/815:50
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop26h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 10/5$761
Sat 7/1112:10
SYD
-
KIX
Nonstop9h 35m
Jetstar
Mon 16/1121:00
KIX
-
SYD
Nonstop9h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 8/5$783
Tue 25/820:35
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop19h 00m
Scoot
Tue 8/915:50
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop18h 55m
Scoot
Deal found 8/5$788
Tue 18/820:35
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop19h 00m
Scoot
Mon 31/815:50
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop26h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 8/5$790

Find flight deals to Japan

Find the latest flights to Japan in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 13 May 2026.

Return from

$816

One-way from

$394

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,012

Good round-trip deal

$807 or less

Good one-way deal

$397 or less
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 3/8-20/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 30m total
  • Sydney to Tokyo
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 7/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 35m total
  • Sydney to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($161 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Japan.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Japan.

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Locate flights to Japan that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 13 May 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyOsaka

SYD - KIX

SYDKIX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/6

11:00-19:50

Nonstop9h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 24/6

21:25-08:10

Nonstop9h 45m

$815

SydneyOkinawa

SYD - OKA

SYDOKA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

20:35-08:35

1 stop37h 00m

Okinawa Naha

Mon 15/6

09:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

$842

SydneyOkinawa

SYD - OKA

SYDOKA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

11:00-13:30

1 stop27h 30m

Okinawa Naha

Sun 14/6

09:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

$914

SydneyNagoya

SYD - NGO

SYDNGO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/6

11:00-12:35

1 stop26h 35m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Sun 28/6

13:35-09:00

1 stop18h 25m

$930

SydneyTokyo

SYD - NRT

SYDNRT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/6

11:00-12:00

1 stop26h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 14/6

13:00-12:35

1 stop22h 35m

$953

SydneyOkinawa

SYD - OKA

SYDOKA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

13:00-17:20

2 stops29h 20m

Okinawa Naha

Mon 15/6

10:10-19:20

2 stops32h 10m

$971

SydneyTokyo

SYD - NRT

SYDNRT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

06:10-22:25

2 stops17h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 5/6

20:05-09:45

1 stop12h 40m

$983

SydneySapporo

SYD - CTS

SYDCTS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

06:10-12:05

2 stops30h 55m

Sapporo Chitose

Wed 24/6

16:40-08:10

1 stop14h 30m

$988

SydneyTokyo

SYD - NRT

SYDNRT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/5

06:10-18:05

1 stop12h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 5/6

20:05-09:45

1 stop12h 40m

$993

SydneyTokyo

SYD - NRT

SYDNRT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

14:15-06:20

1 stop18h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 4/11

16:30-12:35

1 stop18h 05m

$997

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Best time to book a flight to Japan

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Japan

When is the best time to book a flight to Japan?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Japan, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Japan?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Japan takes 15 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Japan from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Japan?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Japan are AirAsia X, VietJet Air and Vietnam Airlines.

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 50.0 - 210.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Japan?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Japan in the last few years. This data was updated on 13 May 2026.
The most popular places in Japan to fly to are Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo and Fukuoka.

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 13 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA,Qantas Airways, andChina Southern to Japan have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.
8.3
Very Good

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

EWR - NRT

Flights were on time and flew ahead of schedule. Seating was comfortable. Meal quality left a little to be desired, and service was mostly mechanical.

FAQs about flying to Japan

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Japan if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Japan on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Japan?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia X is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Japan.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan?

    Tokyo Haneda is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan. One-way flights to Tokyo Haneda typically cost $39, while return flights cost around $46.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Japan depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Japan, Cairns offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Fukuoka have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Fukuoka can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Fukuoka?

    Yes. Fukuoka has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Chikuzeninari Hanasen is the closest property to Fukuoka (0.0 km away from Fukuoka).

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