Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is seven hours ahead of Johannesburg, where O.R. Tambo International Airport is located. Tokyo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your JNB to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from JNB to Tokyo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near JNB? If you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Tokyo, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
77.1% of flights taking off from O.R. Tambo International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Tokyo
R 7,232 is currently the lowest price for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Tokyo flight. Return flight tickets start from R 11,433. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from JNB to Tokyo, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Tokyo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices across every month and score a sweet deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Book a hotel close to HND if you're coming in on a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Tokyo. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience more of Tokyo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks before your flight from JNB to Tokyo can help you get the lowest rate.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your JNB to Tokyo flight:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Before you book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Tokyo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Tokyo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your O.R. Tambo International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from JNB to Tokyo in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Tokyo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Tokyo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Osaka will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Japan, head for Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are key reasons to visit.