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Book flights to Japan at Alternative Airlines - Everything you need to know

Alternative Airlines is an accredited flight booking site with a 4.8-star rating on Trustpilot. We're a reliable company that helps customers fly all across the globe.

You can book flights to popular and remote Japanese airports and pay in over 160 currencies, including Japanese Yen, Pounds Sterling, American Dollars and more.

Select from over 600 airlines that can get you to Japan your way. Want to save as much as possible? Then choose an ultra-low-cost carrier. Rather enjoy a luxury time in the sky? We offer plenty of 5-star airlines.

Experience greater flexibility over your finances with our 40+ ways to pay. Pay for your flights to Japan with an e-wallet, buy now pay later, cryptocurrency, deposit and more.

Popular ways to pay for your flights to Japan

All available at Alternative Airlines.

Buy now, pay later

Spread the cost of your flights to Japan over time.

Choose from short-term interest-free plans to long-term contracts that last over a year.

Select from popular options such as Affirm, Atome, PayJustNow, Tabby and more.

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Secure your flights to Japan at checkout with a 10% deposit and pay over the weeks/months leading up to your flight.

You won't be charged any interest, and you don't need to complete any credit checks.

To pay for your flights with a deposit at Alternative Airlines, select Slicepay at checkout.

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Pay for your flights to Japan with a digital currency. Enjoy fast, secure transactions at a good price.

Alternative Airlines supports leading cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether.

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E-wallets

Pay upfront with an e-wallet attached to your debit or credit card.

Keep your card details private from the seller.

Alternative Airlines supports Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and more. 💫

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Pay later on flights to Japan

Of all the ways to pay for flights to Japan, buy now, pay later remains the customer favourite.

With high fees getting in the way of people's travel plans, especially to tourist hubs like Japan, pay-later lenders offer a solution. Rather than paying a large sum upfront, split the cost of your flights into smaller instalments.

Choose the ideal plan for you with options including:

Please note that the pay-later partners available at Alternative Airlines depend on your country of residence. We don't currently offer any pay-later options to residents of Japan.

However, we do have options available to customers in Singapore, Malaysia, New Zealand, Australia, the UK, the US, the UAE and more.

Popular airlines flying to Japan

Alternative Airlines tickets over 600 airlines. Out of all of those, these are our top 3 for getting you to Japan.

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Japan Airlines (JAL)

As Japan's flag carrier, JAL is a popular choice for entering the country.

It offers a variety of cabin classes, from economy to first class.

JAL flies across Asia, North America, Europe, Africa and Oceania.

JAL is a 5-star airline on Skytrax and is one of only 10 airlines to receive the highest possible score. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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All Nippon Airways (ANA)

ANA is Japan's largest airline, offering even more routes than JAL.

It has 4 cabin classes available, from economy to first.

ANA flies across Asia, North America and Europe.

ANA is one of 10 airlines to receive a 5-star rating from Skytrax. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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ZIPAIR Tokyo

ZIPAIR Tokyo is a low-cost airline, ideal for budget travel to Japan.

It has 2 cabin classes, economy and business.

ZIPAIR Tokyo flies to locations across Asia, the Americas and Europe.

ZIPAIR Tokyo doesn't currently have a Skytrax rating.

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Popular airports in Japan

Discover the most flown-to airports in Japan, offering a greater network of routes.

  • Haneda Airport (HND) - Tokyo
  • New Chitose Airport (CTS) - Sapporo
  • Fukuoka Airport (FUK) - Fukuoka
  • Naha Airport (OKA) - Naha
  • Narita International Airport (NRT) - Tokyo
  • Osaka International Airport (ITM) - Osaka
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Discover Tokyo

Tokyo is Japan's vibrant capital, with a population of around 14 million. Its neon streets, delicious food, and beautiful cherry blossom trees are not to be missed.

Japan is perfect for all sorts of travellers. If you're a history buff, you'll want to visit the National Museum in Ueno Park. It's full of Japanese and Asian art and history.

If you love shopping, then you're in for a treat. Tokyo's streets are lined with shops ranging from designer boutiques to second-hand stores.

If you're looking for somewhere with great nightlife, you can't go wrong with Tokyo. Whether it's a bar to relax and drink sake or a club to party the night away, you'll find lots to occupy the late hours.

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Book flights to Japan FAQs

How much are flights to Japan?

The cost of your flights to Japan will vary depending on where you're flying from/to, the season and the airline you choose.

Japan is a tourist hotspot, so it can get pretty expensive, especially if you're visiting Tokyo during peak season.

When are flights to Japan cheapest?

Flights to Japan are cheapest during the low season, which is from January to February. This falls after the start of the new year but before cherry blossom season, which are peak-travel times.

Other affordable months to fly to Japan include the shoulder seasons, which are late May to early June and late November to early December.

How to get cheap flights to Japan?

How far in advance to book flights to Japan?

Since flights to Japan can be expensive, Alternative Airlines recommends booking early, at least 2 months in advance.

Airlines often raise flight prices closer to departure due to higher demand. By booking early, you can snag your flights at a fraction of the price.

Wherever you're looking to go next, we'll get you there on your terms