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$367+ Cheap flights to Japan

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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 26 May 2026.

Fri 4/909:45
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/915:50
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5$708
Tue 4/813:00
SYD
-
OKA
1 stop20h 35m
Scoot
Mon 31/809:50
OKA
-
SYD
1 stop32h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 24/5$738
Tue 18/813:00
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop26h 35m
Scoot
Tue 15/915:50
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop26h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 26/5$767
Fri 4/909:45
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop25h 05m
AirAsia X
Sat 12/911:05
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop20h 15m
AirAsia X
Deal found 26/5$770
Sat 5/909:45
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 15/915:50
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5$773
Fri 4/909:45
SYD
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KIX
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/915:50
KIX
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SYD
1 stop26h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/5$777

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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 26 May 2026.

Return from

$881

One-way from

$367

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,025

Good round-trip deal

$811 or less

Good one-way deal

$444 or less
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 26/10-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 75h 15m total
  • Sydney to Tokyo
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  • Scoot
  • 27/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 00m total
  • Sydney to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($161 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Japan.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyOkinawa

SYD - OKA

SYDOKA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/7

20:35-08:35

1 stop37h 00m

Okinawa Naha

Mon 27/7

09:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

$823

SydneyOsaka

SYD - KIX

SYDKIX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

08:15-21:10

1 stop13h 55m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 3/9

22:25-06:15

1 stop30h 50m

$930

SydneyOkinawa

SYD - OKA

SYDOKA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/9

13:00-20:50

2 stops32h 50m

Okinawa Naha

Mon 7/9

09:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

$947

SydneyOsaka

SYD - KIX

SYDKIX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

11:00-19:50

Nonstop9h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 17/6

21:25-08:10

Nonstop9h 45m

$969

SydneyTokyo

SYD - HND

SYDHND

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 14/9

20:50-22:35

1 stop26h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 22/9

23:50-19:35

1 stop18h 45m

$971

SydneyTokyo

SYD - HND

SYDHND

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/9

20:50-22:35

1 stop26h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 16/9

23:50-08:20

1 stop31h 30m

$976

SydneyTokyo

SYD - HND

SYDHND

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

20:50-22:35

1 stop26h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 16/9

23:50-08:20

1 stop31h 30m

$976

SydneyNagoya

SYD - NGO

SYDNGO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

20:30-12:35

1 stop17h 05m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Tue 8/9

13:35-12:35

1 stop22h 00m

$1,000

SydneyOkinawa

SYD - OKA

SYDOKA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/7

13:00-20:50

2 stops32h 50m

Okinawa Naha

Wed 29/7

09:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

$1,018

SydneyNagoya

SYD - NGO

SYDNGO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/10

12:00-16:00

1 stop30h 00m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Mon 9/11

17:00-13:35

1 stop18h 35m

$1,019

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Japan

How long is the flight to Japan?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Japan takes 18 hours 24 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 most popular airlines that fly to Japan?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Japan are ANA, Qantas Airways and Philippine Airlines.

United Airlines
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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Japan?

The cheapest airline flying from Sydney to Japan is United 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).

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.

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 26 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 26 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.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,215 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

IAH - HND

Outstanding service on board. Loved that we got to use Polaris Lounge at IAH. On time and terrific trip.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,215 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,215 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

IAH - HND

Outstanding service on board. Loved that we got to use Polaris Lounge at IAH. On time and terrific trip.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,042 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,215 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

IAH - HND

Outstanding service on board. Loved that we got to use Polaris Lounge at IAH. On time and terrific trip.
China Southern
7.5
Good
152 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,215 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

IAH - HND

Outstanding service on board. Loved that we got to use Polaris Lounge at IAH. On time and terrific trip.
Philippine Airlines
7.3
Good
997 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,215 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

IAH - HND

Outstanding service on board. Loved that we got to use Polaris Lounge at IAH. On time and terrific trip.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
543 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,215 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

IAH - HND

Outstanding service on board. Loved that we got to use Polaris Lounge at IAH. On time and terrific trip.

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 $40, while return flights cost around $59.

  • How much is a return flight to Japan?

    A return flight to Japan will typically cost around $166, however they can be found for as little as $166.

  • 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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