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$385+ Cheap flights to Japan

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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 31 May 2026.

Fri 4/909:45
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop25h 05m
AirAsia X
Mon 14/911:05
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop31h 30m
AirAsia X
Deal found 27/5$786
Wed 3/613:00
SYD
-
OKA
1 stop20h 35m
Scoot
Wed 10/609:50
OKA
-
SYD
1 stop32h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 29/5$792
Tue 18/813:00
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop26h 35m
Scoot
Tue 15/915:50
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop26h 30m
Scoot
Deal found 29/5$794
Tue 20/1014:00
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop26h 35m
Scoot
Wed 28/1015:25
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop25h 25m
Scoot
Deal found 29/5$806
Mon 7/920:50
SYD
-
KIX
2 stops23h 40m
AirAsia X
Mon 21/911:05
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop31h 30m
AirAsia X
Deal found 27/5$808
Sun 4/1010:45
SYD
-
KIX
1 stop25h 05m
AirAsia X
Thu 15/1020:55
KIX
-
SYD
1 stop34h 25m
AirAsia X
Deal found 30/5$811

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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 31 May 2026.

Return from

$900

One-way from

$385

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,023

Good round-trip deal

$835 or less

Good one-way deal

$465 or less
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 16/6-22/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Sydney to Tokyo
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AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 5/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 05m 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 ($34 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

SydneyOsaka

SYD - KIX

SYDKIX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

20:35-14:35

1 stop19h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 28/7

15:50-19:20

1 stop26h 30m

$881

SydneyOkinawa

SYD - OKA

SYDOKA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/8

13:00-20:50

2 stops32h 50m

Okinawa Naha

Wed 2/9

09:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

$922

SydneyOsaka

SYD - KIX

SYDKIX

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

11:05-19:20

1 stop33h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 9/9

21:25-08:10

Nonstop9h 45m

$999

SydneyNagoya

SYD - NGO

SYDNGO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/9

11:00-16:00

1 stop30h 00m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Sat 12/9

17:00-12:35

1 stop18h 35m

$1,004
Fastest return journey

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

$1,021

SydneyOkinawa

SYD - OKA

SYDOKA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/7

13:00-08:35

1 stop20h 35m

Okinawa Naha

Sun 26/7

09:50-19:20

1 stop32h 30m

$1,028

SydneySapporo

SYD - CTS

SYDCTS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

13:00-20:05

2 stops32h 05m

Sapporo Chitose

Tue 28/7

10:20-19:20

2 stops32h 00m

$1,028

SydneySapporo

SYD - CTS

SYDCTS

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

20:35-20:05

2 stops24h 30m

Sapporo Chitose

Tue 15/9

10:20-19:20

2 stops32h 00m

$1,039

SydneyTokyo

SYD - NRT

SYDNRT

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

06:10-18:05

1 stop12h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 27/6

20:05-09:45

1 stop12h 40m

$1,048

SydneyNagoya

SYD - NGO

SYDNGO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/10

21:30-12:35

1 stop17h 05m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Thu 29/10

17:00-13:35

1 stop18h 35m

$1,055

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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 16 hours 38 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
United Airlines
From $862

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 31 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 31 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
1,219 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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
1,219 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,219 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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
1,219 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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
1,219 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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
998 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,219 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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
544 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
1,219 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

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?

    Sapporo Chitose is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan. One-way flights to Sapporo Chitose typically cost $39, while return flights cost around $59.

  • How much is a return flight to Japan?

    A return flight to Japan will typically cost around $146, however they can be found for as little as $112.

  • 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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