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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Japan

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Tokyo
Tokyo2 stops$886
Osaka
Kobe1 stop$829
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$771
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$1,048
Nagoya
Nagoya2 stops$829
Tokyo
Tokyo2 stops$886
Osaka
Kobe1 stop$829
Fukuoka
Fukuoka1 stop$771
Okinawa
Okinawa1 stop$1,048
Nagoya
Nagoya2 stops$829

Book Cheap Sydney to Japan Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Japan that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Japan

Thu, 7 May - Thu, 21 May
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12:15 - 19:00
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FUK
31h 45m1 stop
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09:15 - 07:20
FUK
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SYD
21h 05m2 stops
$771Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Thu, 21 May
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12:15 - 19:00
SYD
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FUK
31h 45m1 stop
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09:15 - 07:20
FUK
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SYD
21h 05m2 stops
$774Multiple Airlines
Thu, 28 May - Mon, 1 Jun
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21:45 - 13:00
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NGO
40h 15m2 stops
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14:00 - 19:40
NGO
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SYD
28h 40m2 stops
$829China Southern
Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
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11:35 - 00:20
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HND
14h 45m1 stop
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15:20 - 09:50
HND
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SYD
16h 30m1 stop
$895Philippine Airlines
Sun, 17 May - Thu, 28 May
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20:55 - 10:05
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ITM
14h 10m1 stop
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18:00 - 19:15
ITM
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SYD
24h 15m1 stop
$1,208ANA
Sun, 17 May - Thu, 28 May
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20:55 - 21:45
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UKB
25h 50m1 stop
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21:15 - 19:15
UKB
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SYD
21h 00m1 stop
$1,219ANA
Tue, 10 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
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15:15 - 18:40
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CTS
29h 25m3 stops
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10:25 - 12:00
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SYD
23h 35m3 stops
$1,375Cathay Pacific
Tue, 10 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
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15:15 - 17:50
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CTS
28h 35m1 stop
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19:00 - 12:00
CTS
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SYD
39h 00m1 stop
$1,376Cathay Pacific
Sat, 30 May - Wed, 3 Jun
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08:55 - 17:40
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SHM
33h 45m1 stop
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18:25 - 06:20
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SYD
34h 55m1 stop
$1,709Japan Airlines
Sat, 30 May - Wed, 3 Jun
Japan Airlines Logo
08:55 - 12:55
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SHM
29h 00m1 stop
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13:45 - 06:20
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SYD
15h 35m1 stop
$1,716Japan Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Japan flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Japan to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly, and much more.

What is the cheapest Sydney to Japan flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Japan from Sydney found in the last 72 hours was to Osaka, at $428 return. The most popular route is from Sydney (SYD) to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $997.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Sydney to Japan?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,084, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Japan?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Japan, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Japan is August, when tickets cost $944 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of return tickets is $1,589 and $1,434 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Japan?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Japan clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Japan on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Sydney to Japan. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Japan?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Japan, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Sydney to Japan, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$340
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (50% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Sapporo

FAQs - booking Japan flights

  • Are there lounges at Narita International Airport (NRT)?

    Narita International Airport has onsite lounges if you wish for a relaxing environment before your flight. You can visit Emirates Lounge on the fourth floor area of Terminal 2 if you want to refresh after a long drive to the airport. Alternatively, you can walk to Narita Premium Lounge in Terminal 1 or Sakura Lounge in Terminal 2 for a pre-flight snack or drink.

  • Can I rent a car at Sydney Airport (SYD)?

    Consider a car rental at Sydney Airport if you desire flexibility during your vacation. Global car rental agencies such as Alamo, Enterprise, Europcar and Hertz have a desk in the Arrivals Halls of all terminals. If you book a car in advance through KAYAK, you may pick up your vehicle at the airport or at the preferred off-airport location where car rental agencies have offices.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Japan?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Japan.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Japan?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Sydney to Japan is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Japan?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Sydney to Japan with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Japan?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Sydney to Japan up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Japan?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Japan is generally in the evening, when retur flights cost $992 on average. Morning departures are around 36% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Japan is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,710.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Japan

  • All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines offer direct trips from Sydney to Japan. You may also access direct flights if you fly with Qantas Airways. If you wish to find cheap flights from Sydney to Japan, try providers that allow a layover. These include Philippine Airlines, which stops in Manila (MNL). Singapore Airlines features a transfer in Singapore (SIN).
  • Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 37 miles from the city centre. You can easily use the Narita Express from the city centre to the airport. Alternatively, you can take the train at Higashi Train Station, which will get you to the airport in approximately 58 minutes. The train gets from Higashi to the underground station in Terminal 2, where you can access Terminals 2 and 3.
  • Worry not if your flight is set to arrive late, as you can spend a night at Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel. This hotel is in the arrival court of Sydney Airport (SYD) and has 24-hour front desk services, showering and sleeping facilities. The airport buses are easily accessible within the airport to connect the domestic and international terminals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Japan

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Japan? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.4
ANAOverall score based on 1017 reviews
7.9Entertainment
8.6Boarding
8.7Crew
7.7Food
8.2Comfort
Airline reviews

The crew was incredible. The pilots were so fantastic. The smoothest landing I’ve ever experienced.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Nov 2025
KIX - HND
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The crew was incredible. The pilots were so fantastic. The smoothest landing I’ve ever experienced.

The flight attendants are always fantastic. My only issue – and it was on my Haneda to Vancouver flight – same as my Vancouver to Osaka flight – I had a confirmed special meal and they had no record of it on board. I tried to confirm it with the gate agent in Fukuoka, where I initiated the day, because of the mess up a month ago, and she said that they can't confirm special meals. I'd have to see when I got on board.

Great transfer of luggage from my flight with Osaka to Tokyo then Tokyo to final destination in Chicago

Great experienced staff and very pleasant compared to some other international airlines

Flight was good and comfortable, even for long haul economy. No complaints.

Check in was fast, lounge was good. Special section for ANA passengers in the Plaza Premium lounge. Boarding was organized and quick. Crew was very nice. They ran out of the Japanese meal so they asked me to switch to the international meal. Beef was room temperature and not hot. It tasted ok. Japanese meal was served hot. Movies were not great. Chair was very old and recline was not good. TV monitor was very old and not HD. Plane layout in business was 2-2-2. Should switch to the 1-2-1 layout for more privacy. Overall flight was average to good. Service was good but hard product should be updated to compete against much nicer Taiwanese airlines.

They lost my luggage on the inbound flight and then lost it again on this flight. I called online travel agent to change earlier flight to get a longer layover in Vancouver but ANA denied it

Suite lounge in Honolulu is very exclusive and boarding from the lounge into the plane is unique. First suites were huge and comfortable. Japanese meal is like a high end omakase meal. All the staff were very kind and provided sophisticated service. Fast Track upon landing was appreciated but not needed this time because immigration was so empty and easy.

I like the service very much. The food just okay but maybe different culture who like, who don't like.

Everything was excellent. Only the fish entree in the Japanese meal was overcooked and quite dry but everything else was great

There were delays at boarding and landing. These events resulted in a tight transfer time in HK. Poor signage for transfers. Finally, lost luggage at final destination.

It was good. The planes needed to be updated though, they were dated and the entertainment systems were old. Service was amazing. The pre-booked meals were lacklustre.

Flew from lax economy on cathay 777. Seat configuration 3-4-3. When the forward seat reclines it feels like someone is leaning forward and staring you. If you are slightly big tray tables will touch your abdomen even with seats upright. AVOID this above 777 configuration at all cost for a long flight. However their Airbus 350 3-3-3 configuration felt spacious and Seats wider.

It's basically 15 hours with an airline in economy class. There's really not much of anything that could have been done better unless I had a first class ticket. Cathay Pacific does excellent work, with a very professional, friendly and attentive crew. It's literally the only airline that I will fly to Southeast Asia.

Crew on this flight dedicate their business class service to their high priority members. They would get priority service even the seats are behind me, and meals priority service and orders. I get the left over choices. I refused to eat because I felt discriminated, never booking this airline.

Very friendly and accommodating staff. Food was great. Lots of movies and tv shows to choose from. Highly recommend.

Close to excellent. The only problem is when I try to charge my phone on the USB in front of my seat, the battery level is decreasing rather than increasing. Why?

The lead business class attendant was excellent. Made a point of greeting you and knowing your name by the time you leave.

If my return flight was not so much better, I would have given an excellent review.

Chicken pieces were too big with pasta. Need to be smaller.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

Basic airline, aircraft and service. AA gets you from point A to B. My flight was delayed by 2 hours too.

No internet on flight, which makes log travels really hard.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

by the time they got to our row, they were out of some of the food options. games and movies were great but maybe more game options like tetris or pac man would be great

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

Great as usual, some delays but well communicated and made up for in the air

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Flight was good took off on time arrived early. Crew was awesome and did a great job. Very helpful and courteous. Bags arrived super fast with no hassles. Great flight!!!!!!

Many movies do not have captions, which would have been helpful when you have to live with the flight engine noise.

Excellent! All flight related was memorable ! My first experience with Mabuhay Lounge,,, not so good

Plane are getting old, almost an hour delay due to technical reson , after all passenger aboard. Took 4 flight on business class this trip and all the planes had an issues. PAL need to improve their planes.

It’s sad how legacy airlines feel like budget airlines now. Cramped space Non reclining seats No inflight entertainment (need to connect via your own device) Saving grace is the crew. Truly nice and sincere service.

Short flight with limited entertainment wasn't that bad. Staff was friendly and plane was clean. Meal was good.

Crew excellent calling me by name ! Only downside was no inflight WiFi

Everything was very good but seats are small for a big man!

Purchased exit row window seat for extra leg room and sleep. Worth the price. Attendants maintained restrooms regularly. No snacks/chips/nuts/cookies beyond what was served with meals.

Delayed, from morning flight, they moved to evening. And said, their earlier flight is already full but we can upgrade the seat

Jet star delayed both trips with poor communication. Passengers were made to change gates often and then left to stand with no seating. As someone getting over surgery this was very trying.

Delayed twice. Poor communication and people made to change gates too often.

Excellent help with Wife needing disability access at Brisbane airport

The flight was delayed by 2 hours but the Jetstar crew were fantastic.

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

Flight was delayed more than 1.5 hours. Gate changed multiple times

The good thing is that the flight got us from Darwin to Brisbane. However, it would have to be the most uncomfortable flight I have ever taken and if I can possibly avoid flying Jetstar again, I will.

no announcement about why we where delayed which is very poor

It was better than I expected. Thought $5 for a small cup of tea was a bit much!

Overall good trip I find seats a bit hard. We were waiting on board for about an hour for 2 passengers with some document issue. This main our arrival late for our pickup person.

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