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 $48, while return flights cost around $123.

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).

$1,268+ Flights to Japan

Flights to Japan in 2025

Return from	$1,085
One-way from	$492
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$1,205
Good round-trip deal	$1,665 or less
Good one-way deal	$811 or less

Air China
13/6-20/6
2 total stops
37h 15m total
Auckland to Tokyo

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Jetstar
6/6
1 total stop
14h 00m total
Auckland to Japan

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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 8 May 2025.

Mon 9/606:40AKL - KIX

1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 12/614:30KIX - AKL

1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/5$1,040

Sun 7/919:30AKL - NRT

1 stop26h 20mAir China

Fri 19/908:55NRT - AKL

2 stops29h 35mAir China

Deal found 6/5$1,042

Thu 5/606:40AKL - NRT

1 stop14h 00mJetstar

Thu 12/620:50NRT - AKL

1 stop16h 00mJetstar

Deal found 6/5$1,063

Tue 10/606:40AKL - NRT

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 18/616:30NRT - AKL

1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/5$1,078

Mon 2/610:40AKL - NGO

2 stops37h 10mChina Eastern

Thu 12/610:15NGO - AKL

1 stop26h 30mChina Eastern

Deal found 7/5$1,160

Fri 6/610:40AKL - FUK

3 stops54h 00mChina Eastern

Wed 11/614:40FUK - AKL

2 stops22h 05mChina Eastern

Deal found 6/5$1,179

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Mon 9/606:40AKL - KIX

1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 12/614:30KIX - AKL

1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/5$1,040

Mon 9/606:40AKL - NRT

1 stop14h 00mJetstar

Tue 10/620:50NRT - AKL

1 stop16h 00mJetstar

Deal found 7/5$1,112

Mon 2/610:40AKL - NGO

2 stops37h 10mChina Eastern

Thu 12/610:15NGO - AKL

1 stop26h 30mChina Eastern

Deal found 7/5$1,160

Fri 6/619:30AKL - NRT

2 stops26h 30mChina Airlines

Wed 11/614:30NRT - AKL

2 stops24h 30mChina Airlines

Deal found 6/5$1,182

Wed 18/607:30AKL - HND

1 stop15h 40mQantas Airways

Wed 25/622:00HND - AKL

1 stop15h 55mQantas Airways

Deal found 6/5$1,252

Sat 25/1022:25AKL - NRT

2 stops41h 40mChina Southern

Tue 4/1113:40NRT - AKL

2 stops46h 35mChina Southern

Deal found 7/5$1,321

Tue 5/800:25AKL - NRT

1 stop34h 15mMalaysia Airlines

Wed 20/810:20NRT - AKL

1 stop22h 05mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 7/5$1,344

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Tue 10/610:15AKL - NRT

Nonstop11h 00mAir New Zealand

Sun 22/620:00NRT - AKL

Nonstop10h 25mAir New Zealand

Deal found 6/5$1,543

Fri 6/610:15AKL - NRT

Nonstop11h 00mMultiple Airlines

Sun 22/620:00NRT - AKL

Nonstop10h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/5$4,221

Fri 13/610:15AKL - NRT

Nonstop11h 00mANA

Fri 20/620:00NRT - AKL

Nonstop10h 25mANA

Deal found 7/5$5,605

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Mon 12/510:40AKL - HND

2 stops29h 50mChina Eastern

Mon 19/520:00HND - AKL

2 stops43h 30mChina Eastern

Deal found 6/5$1,466

Tue 20/521:00AKL - NRT

1 stop18h 00mChina Eastern

Wed 28/510:55NRT - AKL

1 stop25h 50mChina Eastern

Deal found 6/5$1,311

Tue 20/513:25AKL - NRT

1 stop20h 15mCathay Pacific

Sun 1/609:25NRT - AKL

1 stop23h 15mCathay Pacific

Deal found 6/5$1,426

Fri 23/513:25AKL - KIX

1 stop20h 15mCathay Pacific

Sun 25/509:10KIX - AKL

1 stop23h 30mCathay Pacific

Deal found 7/5$1,521

Mon 2/600:25AKL - NRT

1 stop20h 40mMalaysia Airlines

Wed 11/610:20NRT - AKL

1 stop22h 05mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 6/5$1,399

Tue 3/619:30AKL - NRT

2 stops20h 45mChina Airlines

Wed 11/620:00NRT - AKL

2 stops19h 00mChina Airlines

Deal found 6/5$1,190

Wed 4/606:10AKL - NRT

1 stop15h 50mQantas Airways

Wed 11/621:20NRT - AKL

1 stop13h 25mQantas Airways

Deal found 6/5$1,284

Thu 5/606:40AKL - NRT

1 stop14h 00mJetstar

Thu 12/620:50NRT - AKL

1 stop16h 00mJetstar

Deal found 6/5$1,063

Thu 5/607:30AKL - HND

1 stop15h 40mQantas Airways

Thu 12/606:55HND - AKL

1 stop14h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 8/5$1,244

Thu 5/620:50AKL - HND

2 stops31h 40mHainan Airlines

Wed 11/603:00HND - AKL

2 stops36h 10mHainan Airlines

Deal found 8/5$1,284

Fri 6/616:05AKL - HND

1 stop28h 40mJapan Airlines

Wed 11/619:40HND - AKL

1 stop15h 25mJapan Airlines

Deal found 6/5$1,352

Mon 9/606:00AKL - HND

1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 10/619:40HND - AKL

1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/5$1,250

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AKL - KIX

AKLKIX

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/6

06:40-19:40

1 stop16h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 12/6

14:30-18:10

1 stop24h 40m

$1,040

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/9

19:30-18:50

1 stop26h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 19/9

08:55-17:30

2 stops29h 35m

$1,042

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/6

06:40-17:40

1 stop14h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 12/6

20:50-15:50

1 stop16h 00m

$1,063

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Tue 10/6

06:40-17:40

1 stop14h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 18/6

16:30-12:40

1 stop17h 10m

$1,078

AucklandNagoya

AKL - NGO

AKLNGO

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/6

10:40-20:50

2 stops37h 10m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Thu 12/6

10:15-15:45

1 stop26h 30m

$1,160

AucklandFukuoka

AKL - FUK

AKLFUK

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/6

10:40-13:40

3 stops54h 00m

Fukuoka

Wed 11/6

14:40-15:45

2 stops22h 05m

$1,179

AucklandOsaka

AKL - KIX

AKLKIX

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/6

10:40-21:00

3 stops37h 20m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 12/6

13:50-15:45

2 stops22h 55m

$1,180

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/6

19:30-13:15

2 stops20h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 11/6

20:00-18:00

2 stops19h 00m

$1,190

AucklandFukuoka

AKL - FUK

AKLFUK

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/6

06:40-09:15

2 stops29h 35m

Fukuoka

Sat 21/6

14:40-15:45

2 stops22h 05m

$1,199

AucklandTokyo

AKL - NRT

AKLNRT

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/9

10:40-12:00

2 stops28h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 14/9

15:00-15:45

2 stops21h 45m

$1,204

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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 Auckland to Japan takes 21 hours 7 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 $831

Qantas Airways

From $590

China Southern

From $440

Fiji Airways

From $501

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Japan?

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

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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Japan?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

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

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,190 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,190 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,190 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Korean Air

8.4

Very Good

1,068 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,190 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,468 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,190 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

China Airlines

8.3

Very Good

732 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,190 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

ANA

8.3

Very Good

855 reviews

EVA Air

8.4

Very Good

1,190 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dale,Apr 2025

SFO - TPE

Great experience. Check in process was excellent - both online and bag drop

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, 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 $48, while return flights cost around $123.
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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How long is the flight to Japan?

When is the cheapest time to fly to Japan?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Japan. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Japan?

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Japan?

Rainfall in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

Temperature in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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 8 May 2025.

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 8 May 2025.

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

FAQs about flying to Japan

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?

Where does the fastest flight to Japan depart from?

Does Fukuoka have rental cars?

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