How to find cheap flights to Japan
Leave from Hamad International when planning your flight to Japan for the most budget-friendly start to your trip.
Then arrive at Tokyo Haneda to get even more value from your fare.
The cheapest time to visit Japan is generally during November.
The best price for a one-way flight is ر.ق. 1,393. A round-trip ticket starts from ر.ق. 2,708.
Flexible with your arrival city if it helps you save? Discover the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Japan' in the 'To' field.
If you've already settled on a destination city, select 'Add nearby airports.' This lets you compare prices for nearby airports and potentially get better value.
Save yourself the daily search for fares by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an automatic notification whenever the price drops on your route.
Book in advance. You're more likely to find a bargain and a wider range of departure options.
The best time to go to Japan
Use the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that suits your budget and itinerary.
January is the most popular month to travel. Head off then if you want peak season energy, but maybe look elsewhere if you're hoping for a deal.
December is the quietest time of year to travel if you want a more relaxed pace. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Japan then.
Choose the season that suits how you like to explore, whether that's hotter, cooler or somewhere in between. August is one of the warmest months in Japan, with a maximum average of 27ºC.
January brings cooler conditions, with lows averaging -1ºC.
January is usually the wettest month, while May is the driest.
Depending on when and where you go, also take into account weather risks like typhoon season and periods of heavy rainfall.
Getting to Japan
When it's time to book flights to Japan, there are plenty of arrival airports to choose from. These are some of the busiest:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) in Tokyo
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo
Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka
These airlines are the key players touching down at this destination, based on rough monthly flight numbers:
ANA (All Nippon Airways) — 2,000
J-Air — 2,000
Jeju Air — 1,100
Many flights to Japan pass through major international hubs like Shanghai, Seoul and Taipei. Any stops you have will depend on the airline and your departure city.
Places to visit in Japan
Tokyo
If you had to choose just one place, this city in Kantō would be a strong contender. With a population of roughly 38 million, it packs in more highlights than you can get to in one visit.
Key stops include Sensho-ji, Ginza Central Street and Yayoi Kusama Museum.
You'll discover plenty of flight deals to Japan touching down at Tokyo's main airport, Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND). Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) adds more options when searching for lower prices.
Explore the range of hotels in Tokyo and round out your trip with a stay you'll love.
Osaka
See a different side of things in this Kansai city of around 2.6 million people.
Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Kiyomizu-dera are among the first things worth making time for.
You can reach the city through Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
After locking in your airfare, you can focus on finding the right stay among the hotels in Osaka.
Fukuoka
Located in Kyushu-Okinawa and with a population of about 1.4 million, this city also secures its spot as one of the best places to visit in Japan.
Top attractions to cross off while you're here include Itsukushima Shrine, Uminonakamichi Seaside Park and Ohori Park.
You can arrive in the city through its main airport, Fukuoka Airport (FUK).
Whether you're planning a quick stay or a longer break, hotels in Fukuoka offer options for every kind of trip.
Good to know
Make sure you know the entry rules before you go. Rules can vary depending on your passport and reason for travel. Always check with official sources like your airline or embassy websites.
Japanese is the language spoken by most people in Japan.
The local currency is the Japanese yen (JPY). You can pay by credit or debit card at large businesses, but this does not always work beyond them.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are just about everywhere, making it easy to take out cash whenever you need it.
In Japan, tipping does not form part of standard service. Pay only the amount shown on the bill.
Wi-Fi coverage is high, with most cafes, hotels and restaurants providing reliable access.
Tokyo is the capital of Japan, which has a population of around 120 million.
You won't have to adjust your watch while travelling through this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+9 inches place.
Japan is located in Asia within the Eastern Asia subregion.
Want to line up your flight to Japan with a big occasion? Major events to build your trip around include the Kyoto Gion Matsuri grand procession, Cherry Blossom (Sakura) Season and the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri parade.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
Booked that cheap ticket to Japan? Now decide where you'll rest your head and how you'll get around. Check out the range of hotels in Japan and filter your search by location, star rating and more. Also browse car hire options in Japan and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.
