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$346+ Cheap flights from Japan to California

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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FUK — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Japan to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Japan to California flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$585
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$346
(ZIPAIR)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$944

Good round-trip deal

$409 or less

Good one-way deal

$302 or less
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Cheapest flights from Japan to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Japan to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/179:30 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 50mZIPAIR
Tue 9/235:20 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 40mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/10$585
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/112:35 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mZIPAIR
Tue 9/1610:50 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 20mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/10$608
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/112:35 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1610:34 pmLAX - NRT
1 stop29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$646
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/199:30 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/58:49 pmSFO - NRT
1 stop27h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$657
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1811:55 amHND - LAX
Nonstop10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/3011:00 amLAX - HND
Nonstop11h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$665
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/306:00 pmNRT - LAX
1 stop14h 24mAir Canada
Thu 11/136:30 amLAX - NRT
1 stop16h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$689
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/186:30 pmNRT - LAX
1 stop17h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/2211:59 pmLAX - NRT
1 stop23h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$713
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:40 amKIX - LAX
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/2410:10 amLAX - KIX
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$714
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:00 amHND - LAX
1 stop29h 35mKorean Air
Tue 9/1612:40 pmLAX - HND
1 stop18h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 6/10$731
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/296:25 pmHND - LAX
Nonstop10h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/911:30 amLAX - HND
Nonstop11h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$754
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/174:40 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop9h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/2010:45 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$756
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/236:25 pmHND - LAX
Nonstop10h 20mDelta
Sun 9/2810:30 amLAX - HND
Nonstop11h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/10$756

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Japan to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Japan to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Japan

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TokyoSan Francisco

NRT - SFO

NRTSFO

Tokyo Narita

Wed 9/17

9:30 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop9h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

5:20 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

$585

TokyoLos Angeles

NRT - LAX

NRTLAX

Tokyo Narita

Thu 9/11

2:35 pm-8:50 am

Nonstop10h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

10:50 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop11h 20m

$608

TokyoLos Angeles

NRT - LAX

NRTLAX

Tokyo Narita

Thu 9/11

2:35 pm-8:50 am

Nonstop10h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

10:34 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop29h 26m

$646

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 9/22

7:45 pm-1:50 pm

Nonstop10h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

10:55 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop11h 25m

$668

TokyoLos Angeles

NRT - LAX

NRTLAX

Tokyo Narita

Thu 10/30

6:00 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop14h 24m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/13

6:30 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$689

TokyoSan Francisco

NRT - SFO

NRTSFO

Tokyo Narita

Wed 8/27

2:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop25h 24m

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

5:20 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

$713

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 9/8

2:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop29h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

12:40 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$731

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 8/29

6:25 pm-12:45 pm

Nonstop10h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

11:30 am-3:15 pm

Nonstop11h 45m

$754

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 9/23

6:25 pm-12:45 pm

Nonstop10h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/28

10:30 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

$756

TokyoLos Angeles

NRT - LAX

NRTLAX

Tokyo Narita

Fri 10/17

4:40 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop9h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

10:45 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

$756

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Best time to book a flight from Japan to California

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Japan to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Japan to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to California (average of $246). Flying from Japan to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JP to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Japan to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Japan to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Japan to California, such as STARLUX Airlines, EVA Air and Korean Air. 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
177 reviews

Overall

9.1

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
177 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
177 reviews

Overall

9.1

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,202 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
177 reviews

Overall

9.1

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,088 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
177 reviews

Overall

9.1

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,490 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
177 reviews

Overall

9.1

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
738 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
177 reviews

Overall

9.1

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

8.9

Crew

9.3

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Japan to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Japan to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for ZIPAIR. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $346. Users have also found prices from $350 and $389 on American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Japan to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Japan to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Japan to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Japan to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Japan to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Japan to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Japan to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to California (average of $246). Flying from Japan to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Japan to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Japan to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$320Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ANACheapest$380Average$1,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
ZIPAIRCheapest$426Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$495Average$765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
EVA AirCheapest$518Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$561Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$564Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$617Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$621Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
China AirlinesCheapest$652Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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