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Find cheap flights to Matsumoto in 2025/2026 from R36,923 This is the cheapest return flight found to Matsumoto from South Africa on FlightsFinder on December 2nd 2025 at 12:24. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Fly to Matsumoto and visit sites like Matsumoto Castle, Kamikochi, Mount Hotaka & Matsumoto City Museum of Art.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from South Africa to Matsumoto in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, January is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Matsumoto.
You can get flights from R36,923 return.
According to our data, January is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Matsumoto.
A return flight could set you back more than R36,923.
Nestled in the heart of the Japanese Alps, Matsumoto is a charming city known for its historic Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan's oldest and most well-preserved castles. With a backdrop of majestic mountains and a tranquil atmosphere, Matsumoto offers visitors a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. Explore quaint streets lined with traditional wooden houses, vibrant markets selling local crafts and delicious cuisine, and picturesque cherry blossom gardens. Whether admiring the stunning views from the castle's keep or soaking in a relaxing hot spring bath, Matsumoto promises a memorable experience that captures the essence of old-world Japan.
A good price for a flight to Matsumoto is R33231 - R40615.
The popular airports near Matsumoto are Nagano Airport (RJAF), Toyama Airport (RJNT), and Komatsu Airport (RJNK).
The flight to Matsumoto (MMJ) is roughly 18 hours 57 minutes and 8,310 miles (13,373 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB).
The best way is to compare flights to Matsumoto from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
We have currently found no direct flights to Matsumoto.
Here is the average weather forecast in Matsumoto by month:
• Jan: 5°C
• Feb: 6°C
• Mar: 11°C
• Apr: 18°C
• May: 23°C
• Jun: 26°C
• Jul: 29°C
• Aug: 31°C
• Sep: 26°C
• Oct: 19°C
• Nov: 14°C
• Dec: 8°C
The main airport in Matsumoto, Matsumoto Airport, is located approximately 20 kilometers (12 miles) from the city center.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Matsumoto 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Matsumoto are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
3.5 °C
Fri, 5 Dec 2025
Average Temperature
5°C
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6°C
Feb
11°C
Mar
18°C
Apr
23°C
May
26°C
Jun
29°C
Jul
31°C
Aug
26°C
Sep
19°C
Oct
14°C
Nov
8°C
Dec
Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,310 miles (13,373 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 57 minutes)
Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
9,059 miles (14,579 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 37 minutes)
Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,266 miles (13,303 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 52 minutes)
George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,859 miles (14,257 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 11 minutes)
Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,320 miles (13,391 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 59 minutes)
Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,687 miles (13,980 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 48 minutes)
Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,509 miles (13,694 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 24 minutes)
East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,544 miles (13,750 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 29 minutes)
Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,097 miles (13,031 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 29 minutes)
Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,584 miles (13,814 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 34 minutes)
Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,129 miles (13,082 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 33 minutes)
Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,076 miles (12,998 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 26 minutes)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,306 miles (13,367 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 57 minutes)
Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,166 miles (13,142 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 38 minutes)
Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,186 miles (13,174 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 18 hours 41 minutes)
Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,763 miles (14,102 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 58 minutes)
Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Matsumoto (MMJ)
Distance:
8,456 miles (13,608 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 17 minutes)
From Polokwane (PTG), South Africa to Matsumoto, Japan (MMJ): R36,923
Depart: 16 Jan 2026 · Return: 23 Jan 2026 Price found 02 Dec 2025, 12:24
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