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$588+ 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 27 July 2026.

Wed 29/706:20
AKL
-
KIX
1 stop16h 25m
Jetstar
Mon 24/821:45
KIX
-
AKL
1 stop15h 40m
Jetstar
Deal found 22/7$1,254
Wed 4/1122:10
AKL
-
NRT
2 stops41h 55m
China Southern
Wed 2/1214:20
NRT
-
AKL
1 stop36h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 23/7$1,284
Tue 28/706:20
AKL
-
NRT
1 stop14h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 24/820:50
NRT
-
AKL
1 stop16h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 23/7$1,299
Tue 18/814:00
AKL
-
NRT
1 stop19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/820:50
NRT
-
AKL
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7$1,339
Tue 1/919:30
AKL
-
HND
1 stop25h 00m
Air China
Mon 7/916:00
HND
-
AKL
1 stop21h 30m
Air China
Deal found 24/7$1,365
Thu 15/1020:30
AKL
-
NRT
1 stop28h 25m
China Airlines
Wed 21/1020:00
NRT
-
AKL
1 stop19h 00m
China Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,380

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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 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 27 July 2026.

Return from

$1,339

One-way from

$588

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November

Average price

$1,524

Good round-trip deal

$1,797 or less

Good one-way deal

$856 or less
Jetstar
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  • 18/8-25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 40m total
  • Auckland to Tokyo
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  • Jetstar
  • 31/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 25m total
  • Auckland to Japan
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($49 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/10

20:50-18:30

2 stops25h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 13/11

17:45-19:10

2 stops21h 25m

$1,439

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/11

20:50-18:30

2 stops25h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 7/11

19:30-19:10

2 stops19h 40m

$1,439

AucklandOsaka

AKL - KIX

AKLKIX

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/9

11:05-17:05

1 stop33h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 13/9

12:35-08:35

1 stop17h 00m

$1,456

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/11

22:00-20:55

1 stop26h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 28/11

16:55-16:35

1 stop19h 40m

$1,532

AucklandFukuoka

AKL - FUK

AKLFUK

Auckland Intl

Fri 23/10

22:00-17:15

1 stop23h 15m

Fukuoka

Tue 27/10

13:55-16:35

1 stop22h 40m

$1,539

AucklandFukuoka

AKL - FUK

AKLFUK

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/10

20:30-20:00

2 stops27h 30m

Fukuoka

Wed 14/10

11:00-19:00

2 stops28h 00m

$1,608

AucklandKobe

AKL - UKB

AKLUKB

Auckland Intl

Mon 31/8

11:05-17:45

1 stop33h 40m

Kobe

Tue 8/9

18:55-08:35

1 stop34h 40m

$1,643

AucklandFukuoka

AKL - FUK

AKLFUK

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/9

13:25-12:45

1 stop26h 20m

Fukuoka

Sun 1/11

14:10-13:25

1 stop19h 15m

$1,667

AucklandOsaka

AKL - KIX

AKLKIX

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/9

19:30-12:00

2 stops19h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 21/9

13:10-18:00

2 stops25h 50m

$1,672

AucklandOsaka

AKL - KIX

AKLKIX

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/9

21:00-08:30

2 stops38h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 13/9

21:45-16:10

1 stop15h 25m

$1,681

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Japan

How long is the flight to Japan?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Japan takes 17 hours 34 minutes. Flights to Japan from other popular cities in New Zealand 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 Auckland to Japan are Air New Zealand, China Southern and China Airlines.

Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $1,130
China Southern
China Southern
From $799
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $731
China Airlines
China Airlines
From $927

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Japan?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Japan are Hainan Airlines, Fiji Airways and Jetstar.

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?

The price you pay for your flight to Japan may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 27 July 2026.
The most popular places in Japan to fly to are Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, Fukuoka and Nagoya.

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 27 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Japan, such as China Airlines,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
838 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
838 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
838 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
838 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
838 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
838 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
559 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very Good
838 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

A,Feb 2026

SEA - TPE

China Airlines has improved significantly over the years. This is the first time we fly on their business class after 20+ years. Both hardware and services impressed us. Will definitely fly with again in the future.

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, Hainan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Japan.

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

    Tokyo Narita is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan. One-way flights to Tokyo Narita typically cost $56, while return flights cost around $196.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Japan depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Japan, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Fukuoka have rental cars?

    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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