Flying from Johannesburg to Tokyo: what you need to know
Johannesburg's main base, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo.
Hop off your plane in Tokyo at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is seven hours ahead of Johannesburg.
To ensure you get on your Johannesburg to Tokyo flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo
To find cheap Johannesburg to Tokyo flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Johannesburg to Tokyo flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Pick up a Tokyo Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Tokyo flight.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. After your flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour on public transport.
After your flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo, rest your head at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Tokyo Narita Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg to Tokyo. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Tokyo in March.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Johannesburg to Tokyo ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Tokyo, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a trip to Osaka will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're ready to explore another side of Japan, head for Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Sky Promenade and Port Of Nagoya Public Aquarium are key reasons to visit.
