Qatar Airways is running a Weekend Sale on flights from Japan from Friday, October 2 to Monday, October 5, 2026. Fares are discounted by up to 15%, with popular European cities such as Athens and Paris among the destinations. The travel period runs until March 31, 2027, making the sale useful for planning trips from the autumn travel season through the year-end holidays and on to winter and spring breaks. As of this article’s publication date (October 4), only a short time remains, so if you are considering a trip, check fares soon.
Sale Overview
- Booking period: October 2 (Fri) – October 5 (Mon), 2026
- Travel period: October 2, 2026 – March 31, 2027
- Eligible tickets: Flights departing Japan (sample fares shown are for routes to/from Tokyo Haneda)
- Discount: Up to 15% off
- Featured destinations: Zurich, Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Vienna, Athens, Cairo, Rome, London
- Where to book: Qatar Airways official website (https://www.qatarairways.com/ja-jp/homepage.html)
Routes and Sample Fares to/from Tokyo Haneda
The sample fares announced for routes to/from Tokyo Haneda are listed below. Two fares are shown for each city, separated by a slash.
- Zurich (Switzerland): ¥145,680 / ¥576,540
- Madrid (Spain): ¥148,360 / ¥591,240
- Barcelona (Spain): ¥155,370 / ¥582,730
- Paris (France): ¥162,990 / ¥610,600
- Vienna (Austria): ¥163,340 / ¥588,400
- Athens (Greece): ¥165,310 / ¥576,570
- Cairo (Egypt): ¥168,050 / ¥580,010
- Rome (Italy): ¥170,640 / ¥583,820
- London (UK): ¥186,190 / ¥658,040
The two figures appear to reflect different fare classes. Judging from the price gap, the first likely corresponds to Economy and the second to Business or another premium cabin. However, the original announcement does not specify the fare type, whether fares are one-way or round-trip, or how fuel surcharges and taxes are handled, so be sure to confirm the final total on the booking screen.
Price Range at a Glance
- Lower fares: ¥145,680 (Zurich) to ¥186,190 (London)
- Higher fares: ¥576,540 (Zurich) to ¥658,040 (London)
For eight of the nine cities, the lower fare falls between ¥145,680 and ¥170,640, with only London priced higher at over ¥180,000. The difference between the cheapest city (Zurich) and the most expensive (London) is about ¥40,000.
Highlights
Zurich Is the Cheapest, with Madrid Also Under ¥150,000
The lowest sample fare is to Zurich, starting from ¥145,680, followed by Madrid at ¥148,360. These are the only two cities under ¥150,000. Whether you use Zurich as a base for exploring Switzerland or Madrid as a gateway to Spain, both are worth considering as the starting point of your itinerary.
Southern Europe’s Popular Cities All Included
Another feature of this sale is the lineup of major Southern European cities: Madrid, Barcelona, Rome and Athens. Barcelona is ¥155,370, Athens ¥165,310 and Rome ¥170,640, all priced at ¥170,000-level or below.
Zurich and Athens Nearly Identical on the Higher Fare
On the higher fare, Zurich (¥576,540) and Athens (¥576,570) are just ¥30 apart, sharing the lowest level. With a gap of about ¥80,000 compared to London (¥658,040), the most expensive option, travelers considering a premium cabin should keep in mind that the total cost can vary significantly depending on the destination.
Cairo Joins the List Beyond Europe
While European cities make up most of the list, Cairo in Egypt is also included at ¥168,050 / ¥580,010. Qatar Airways uses Hamad International Airport in Doha as its hub, so travel from Japan to Europe, the Middle East and Africa basically involves a connection there.
When to Travel
The travel period spans about six months, from October 2, 2026 to March 31, 2027. It covers the winter Christmas market season (typically around November to December), making it suitable for a winter trip to Europe. On the other hand, during peak periods such as the year-end and New Year holidays, sale-fare seats may sell out quickly or may not be offered at all. If your dates are fixed, start by searching to see whether sale fares appear; if your schedule is flexible, compare fares on surrounding dates as well.
Booking Notes
- Sales end on Monday, October 5. Check the official website for the exact closing time.
- The discount is up to 15%, so the actual reduction varies by route and travel date.
- The fares listed are samples for Tokyo Haneda routes. Fares from other departure points must be checked on the official website.
- Seats at sale fares are limited.
- Change and refund eligibility, fees and checked baggage allowances vary by fare, so review the fare rules before purchasing.
- The displayed price may differ from the final payment amount, so confirm the total including taxes and fuel surcharges.
- It is also a good idea to check entry requirements for your destination (such as passport validity) and any conditions for connecting flights in advance.
Summary
Qatar Airways’ Weekend Sale offers up to 15% off flights to popular European cities and more, with fares to/from Tokyo Haneda starting from ¥145,680 to Zurich. Sales run only until Monday, October 5, so if you are planning a trip to Europe between now and next March, check your dates and fares soon.
Sale details and booking: Qatar Airways official website https://www.qatarairways.com/ja-jp/homepage.html