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, Jetstar 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 $51, while return flights cost around $133.

How much is a return flight to Japan?

A return flight to Japan will typically cost around $136, however they can be found for as little as $110.

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. Sh2d Wifi1double Bed 1double Size Futon4ppl / Fukuoka Fukuoka is the closest property to Fukuoka (0.0 km away from Fukuoka).

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Flights to Japan in 2025

Return from	$1,236
One-way from	$499
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Cheapest in	June
Average price	$1,905

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45h 05m total
Auckland to Tokyo

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38h 00m total
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Japan. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 9 January 2025.

Sat 14/619:30AKL - NGO

1 stop20h 30mAir China

Mon 30/614:15NGO - AKL

1 stop24h 15mAir China

Deal found 8/1$1,065

Thu 22/521:00AKL - NGO

1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 5/616:00NGO - AKL

1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,070

Mon 1/921:25AKL - NGO

1 stop19h 20mChina Southern

Fri 5/915:00NGO - AKL

1 stop21h 35mChina Southern

Deal found 8/1$1,118

Sat 1/1120:50AKL - NRT

2 stops27h 35mChina Airlines

Sat 8/1109:20NRT - AKL

2 stops29h 50mChina Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,232

Tue 18/214:05AKL - NRT

1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 26/211:35NRT - AKL

2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,236

Mon 20/1021:25AKL - HND

1 stop26h 20mChina Southern

Sat 25/1010:45HND - AKL

1 stop24h 50mChina Southern

Deal found 8/1$1,239

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Thu 27/222:10AKL - NGO

1 stop19h 35mChina Southern

Thu 13/315:00NGO - AKL

1 stop21h 15mChina Southern

Deal found 8/1$1,134

Tue 18/214:05AKL - NRT

1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 26/211:35NRT - AKL

2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,236

Thu 20/220:50AKL - NRT

2 stops25h 50mChina Airlines

Wed 5/314:35NRT - AKL

2 stops24h 35mChina Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,243

Sat 15/220:30AKL - NRT

2 stops43h 40mAir China

Mon 3/309:00NRT - AKL

2 stops29h 35mAir China

Deal found 8/1$1,259

Fri 14/211:45AKL - HND

1 stop15h 05mKorean Air

Tue 25/202:00HND - AKL

1 stop27h 55mKorean Air

Deal found 7/1$1,374

Sat 22/222:40AKL - HND

2 stops30h 20mHainan Airlines

Fri 28/202:30HND - AKL

2 stops36h 10mHainan Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,376

Thu 30/107:00AKL - KIX

2 stops39h 55mJetstar

Fri 16/521:45KIX - AKL

1 stop28h 20mJetstar

Deal found 8/1$1,398

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Tue 18/223:55AKL - NRT

Nonstop10h 55mAir New Zealand

Sun 30/320:00NRT - AKL

Nonstop10h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 8/1$1,531

Tue 18/223:55AKL - NRT

Nonstop10h 55mANA

Wed 26/214:30NRT - AKL

Nonstop10h 35mANA

Deal found 7/1$5,468

Sun 12/110:05AKL - NRT

Nonstop10h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sun 19/118:45NRT - AKL

Nonstop10h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/1$6,664

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Tue 14/122:40AKL - KIX

1 stop27h 20mHainan Airlines

Tue 21/123:10KIX - AKL

1 stop39h 30mHainan Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,987

Sun 26/120:50AKL - KIX

2 stops25h 00mChina Airlines

Wed 21/514:00KIX - AKL

2 stops25h 00mChina Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,572

Sun 26/111:45AKL - KIX

1 stop37h 15mKorean Air

Mon 21/409:15KIX - AKL

1 stop20h 20mKorean Air

Deal found 8/1$1,891

Tue 28/122:40AKL - KIX

2 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 16/521:45KIX - AKL

1 stop28h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,362

Wed 29/120:30AKL - KIX

1 stop20h 10mAir China

Wed 21/516:45KIX - AKL

1 stop21h 45mAir China

Deal found 8/1$1,449

Thu 30/107:00AKL - KIX

2 stops39h 55mJetstar

Fri 16/521:45KIX - AKL

1 stop28h 20mJetstar

Deal found 8/1$1,398

Thu 30/114:55AKL - KIX

1 stop19h 25mCathay Pacific

Wed 21/510:00KIX - AKL

1 stop20h 50mCathay Pacific

Deal found 8/1$1,479

Thu 30/107:00AKL - KIX

2 stops38h 45mAsiana Airlines

Sat 7/619:10KIX - AKL

2 stops49h 20mAsiana Airlines

Deal found 8/1$1,935

Thu 30/114:20AKL - KIX

2 stops22h 15mSingapore Airlines

Sun 8/623:25KIX - AKL

1 stop30h 00mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 8/1$2,049

Thu 30/110:05AKL - UKB

1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines

Thu 8/521:15UKB - AKL

1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/1$2,096

Tue 11/208:00AKL - NRT

1 stop26h 10mFiji Airways

Wed 19/216:30NRT - AKL

1 stop16h 10mFiji Airways

Deal found 7/1$1,424

Fri 14/211:45AKL - HND

1 stop15h 05mKorean Air

Tue 25/202:00HND - AKL

1 stop27h 55mKorean Air

Deal found 7/1$1,374

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Price

AucklandNagoya

AKL - NGO

AKLNGO

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/6

19:30-13:00

1 stop20h 30m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Mon 30/6

14:15-17:30

1 stop24h 15m

$1,065

AucklandNagoya

AKL - NGO

AKLNGO

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/5

21:00-15:00

1 stop21h 00m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Thu 5/6

16:00-15:45

1 stop20h 45m

$1,070

AucklandNagoya

AKL - NGO

AKLNGO

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/2

22:10-13:45

1 stop19h 35m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Thu 13/3

15:00-16:15

1 stop21h 15m

$1,134

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/2

14:05-06:10

1 stop20h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 26/2

11:35-16:35

2 stops25h 00m

$1,236

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Tue 20/5

19:30-13:15

2 stops20h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 7/6

20:00-18:00

2 stops19h 00m

$1,243

AucklandTokyo

AKL - HND

AKLHND

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/3

22:00-20:50

1 stop26h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 24/3

08:40-16:35

1 stop27h 55m

$1,257

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/2

20:30-12:10

2 stops43h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 3/3

09:00-18:35

2 stops29h 35m

$1,259

AucklandTokyo

AKL - HND

AKLHND

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/5

21:25-14:20

1 stop19h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 17/5

15:40-15:35

1 stop20h 55m

$1,262

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/7

21:25-13:20

1 stop18h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 8/7

14:20-15:35

1 stop22h 15m

$1,269

AucklandTokyo

AKL - HND

AKLHND

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/2

20:30-16:20

1 stop23h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 5/3

15:25-18:35

1 stop23h 10m

$1,284

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Travel insights for flights to Japan

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Japan including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How long is the flight to Japan?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Japan takes 20 hours 41 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Japan?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Japan should consider flying on Friday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Japan?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Japan are Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and China Southern.

Air New Zealand

From $847

Qantas Airways

From $610

China Southern

From $491

Fiji Airways

From $500

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Japan?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Japan are Jetstar, Singapore Airlines and China Eastern.

Rainfall in Japan 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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Japan, such as China Airlines, China Eastern and Singapore Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Korean Air

8.5

Very Good

1,028 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air

8.5

Very Good

1,028 reviews

Korean Air

8.5

Very Good

1,028 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA

8.4

Very Good

836 reviews

Korean Air

8.5

Very Good

1,028 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,444 reviews

Korean Air

8.5

Very Good

1,028 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Asiana Airlines

8.3

Very Good

460 reviews

Korean Air

8.5

Very Good

1,028 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

China Airlines

8.2

Very Good

733 reviews

Korean Air

8.5

Very Good

1,028 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Japan?

The most popular flight destinations in Japan are Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, Fukuoka and Nagoya.

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, Jetstar 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 $51, while return flights cost around $133.
How much is a return flight to Japan?
A return flight to Japan will typically cost around $136, however they can be found for as little as $110.
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. Sh2d Wifi1double Bed 1double Size Futon4ppl / Fukuoka Fukuoka is the closest property to Fukuoka (0.0 km away from Fukuoka).

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Rainfall in Japan by month

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Temperature in Japan by month

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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 9 January 2025.

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Japan, such as China Airlines, China Eastern and Singapore Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Where are the most popular flight destinations in Japan?

The most popular flight destinations in Japan are Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, Fukuoka and Nagoya.

Can I find cheaper flights to Japan if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Japan?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Japan?

How much is a return flight to Japan?

Where does the fastest flight to Japan depart from?

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