Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Japan from $341

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — KIX
Mar 24 — Mar 311

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 53 days in advance, which can save you up to 32% on flights from San Francisco to Japan compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 53 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,290. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,480.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Japan?

Flights from San Francisco to Japan lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from San Francisco to Japan in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $626.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Japan (SFO - JP)?

When flying from San Francisco to Japan, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Japan

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between San Francisco and Japan. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights we've found from San Francisco to Japan. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Tue 5/77:40 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop28h 40mAir Canada
Tue 5/146:00 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop13h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 3/17$954
Wed 5/89:05 amSFO - KIX
1 stop15h 15mAir Canada
Thu 5/166:00 pmKIX - SFO
2 stops31h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 3/17$973

Cheap China Airlines flights from San Francisco to Japan

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Japan. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on China Airlines flights from San Francisco to Japan. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Sun 4/281:05 amSFO - KIX
1 stop19h 45mChina Airlines
Thu 5/167:05 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop16h 50mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,052
Tue 5/71:05 amSFO - KIX
1 stop25h 00mChina Airlines
Mon 5/201:10 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop22h 45mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,059
Thu 3/281:05 amSFO - FUK
1 stop26h 30mChina Airlines
Wed 4/39:00 pmFUK - SFO
1 stop14h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,245
Sun 3/3112:10 amSFO - NRT
1 stop21h 05mChina Airlines
Thu 4/259:25 amNRT - SFO
1 stop26h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,266
Sun 3/3112:10 amSFO - NRT
1 stop21h 05mChina Airlines
Sun 4/212:30 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop20h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,305
Mon 4/11:05 amSFO - NRT
1 stop25h 50mChina Airlines
Sat 4/278:05 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop38h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,334

Cheap San Francisco to Japan flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Japan specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Japan in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 4/234:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mZIPAIR
Thu 5/239:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$765
Mon 4/154:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mZIPAIR
Mon 5/139:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/16$766
Tue 4/233:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop12h 10mZIPAIR
Thu 5/239:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$767
Mon 4/224:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mZIPAIR
Wed 5/89:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$770
Mon 4/224:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mZIPAIR
Mon 5/69:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$771
Sat 4/276:41 pmSFO - NRT
2 stops50h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/17:00 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$801
Thu 4/257:05 pmSFO - NRT
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/17:00 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$803
Mon 4/154:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mZIPAIR
Fri 4/199:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$808
Mon 4/154:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mZIPAIR
Tue 4/309:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/16$809

San Francisco to Japan 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Japan in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Japan in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 8/285:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Mon 9/99:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$673
Thu 8/225:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Wed 8/289:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$674
Mon 8/195:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Fri 8/309:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$675
Fri 9/65:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Mon 9/169:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$678
Fri 9/65:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Fri 9/279:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$679
Sun 9/85:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Mon 9/239:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$680
Fri 9/65:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Mon 9/169:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$681
Fri 9/205:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Fri 10/49:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$682
Sun 9/155:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Sun 9/299:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$683

Non-stop flights to Japan from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Japan. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from San Francisco to Japan. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from San Francisco to Japan should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 8/285:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Mon 9/99:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$673
Thu 8/225:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Wed 8/289:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$674
Mon 8/195:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Fri 8/309:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$675
Fri 9/65:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Mon 9/169:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$678
Fri 9/65:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Fri 9/279:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$679
Sun 9/85:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Mon 9/239:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$680
Fri 9/65:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Mon 9/169:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$681
Tue 9/35:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Tue 10/159:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/16$683
Tue 9/35:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Wed 9/189:35 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$693

San Francisco to Japan flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Japan for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to Japan should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Mon 4/11:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/17:00 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$844
Tue 3/191:10 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/254:00 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$912
Tue 3/191:10 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/254:00 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$914
Mon 4/11:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/217:30 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$948
Mon 4/11:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/147:30 pmNRT - SFO
3 stops52h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$953
Mon 4/11:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/237:15 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$958
Tue 3/191:10 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/244:00 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops34h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$975
Mon 4/112:50 amSFO - NRT
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/17:00 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$988
Tue 3/191:10 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/1010:50 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$996

One-way flights to Japan from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Japan. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Francisco to Japan. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Japan instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 8/285:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$341
Wed 9/115:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$369
Thu 8/225:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$371
Sat 8/175:15 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 50mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/17$382
Tue 4/164:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/19$389
Tue 4/164:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$390
Wed 4/174:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/19$391
Tue 4/163:55 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop12h 10mZIPAIR
Deal found 3/18$392
Wed 4/107:10 amSFO - NRT
1 stop38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$405

Find flights from San Francisco to Japan within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Japan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

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Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$755 - $954

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoTokyo Haneda

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Wed 8/28

1 stop21h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 9/8

1 stop35h 20m

$755

San FranciscoTokyo Narita

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Tue 4/23

Nonstop12h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 5/23

Nonstop9h 20m

$767

San FranciscoTokyo Narita

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Fri 4/12

2 stops31h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 5/1

1 stop17h 55m

$821

San FranciscoTokyo Haneda

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Tue 4/23

1 stop16h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 5/8

1 stop15h 35m

$849

San FranciscoTokyo Haneda

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Mon 4/15

1 stop19h 25m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 5/1

1 stop17h 00m

$887

San FranciscoTokyo Haneda

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Wed 5/15

1 stop40h 35m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 5/23

1 stop28h 15m

$932

San FranciscoTokyo Haneda

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Sat 4/13

1 stop23h 56m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 4/16

1 stop22h 05m

$937

San FranciscoTokyo Narita

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Wed 4/10

Nonstop11h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 4/19

Nonstop9h 20m

$940

San FranciscoOsaka Kansai Intl

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Tue 5/7

1 stop28h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 5/14

1 stop13h 45m

$954

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Deals found on 3/18

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Japan. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Canada, China Airlines and Cathay Pacific from San Francisco to Japan to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
91 reviews

Crew

9.2

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
91 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
91 reviews

Crew

9.2

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

8.6
Very good
1,244 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
91 reviews

Crew

9.2

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

8.5
Very good
653 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
91 reviews

Crew

9.2

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

8.5
Very good
998 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
91 reviews

Crew

9.2

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

8.4
Very good
1,477 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
91 reviews

Crew

9.2

Overall

9.1

Boarding

9.0

Food

8.9

Comfort

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2

First time on starlux. I was pleasantly surprised. Exceeded my expectations.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Japan?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Japan.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Japan for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Japan for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Philippine Airlines for just $755, but on average you can expect to pay $794.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Japan for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Japan under $700. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Japan is less than $701.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Japan for under $900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Japan within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Japan?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Japan?

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Japan?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Japan? While on average our users pay $1,752, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $826. The most popular route (San Francisco - Tokyo Haneda), is priced around $755.

  • What does SFO to KIX mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San Francisco Airport to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SFO to KIX flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Fukuoka Airport (FUK), Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT), Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), Okinawa Naha Airport (OKA), Sapporo Chitose Airport (CTS).

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Japan

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JetBlueCheapest$94Average$122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$106Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$110Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$234Average$1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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American AirlinesCheapest$445Average$1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air ChinaCheapest$648Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Philippine AirlinesCheapest$686Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$705Average$841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$789Average$1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$836Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Japan

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
11%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
48%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
41%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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