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$260+ 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FUK — LAX
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 15, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/162:45 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Wed 1/149:35 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 50mZIPAIR
Deal found 12/14$544
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/244:00 pmNRT - SJC
Nonstop9h 05mZIPAIR
Thu 1/110:10 amSJC - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 12/14$548
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/242:45 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Fri 1/99:35 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 50mZIPAIR
Deal found 12/14$552
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/232:45 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop9h 40mZIPAIR
Mon 1/129:35 amLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 50mZIPAIR
Deal found 12/15$554
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/245:35 pmHND - LAX
Nonstop9h 50mDelta
Wed 12/319:55 amLAX - HND
Nonstop12h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/14$556
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:15 pmNRT - LAX
1 stop34h 33mAir Canada
Tue 1/612:50 pmLAX - NRT
1 stop34h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 12/14$557
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/245:35 pmHND - LAX
Nonstop9h 50mDelta
Tue 1/610:10 amLAX - HND
Nonstop11h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/13$557
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:15 pmNRT - LAX
1 stop16h 46mAir Canada
Wed 1/1412:50 pmLAX - NRT
1 stop34h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 12/15$558
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/244:50 pmHND - LAX
1 stop16h 35mDelta
Sun 1/112:05 pmLAX - HND
1 stop31h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/15$562
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/244:50 pmHND - LAX
1 stop16h 35mDelta
Mon 1/510:10 amLAX - HND
Nonstop11h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/13$567
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/244:50 pmHND - LAX
2 stops21h 56mDelta
Wed 1/710:10 amLAX - HND
Nonstop11h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/13$572
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/255:35 pmHND - LAX
Nonstop9h 50mDelta
Thu 1/110:10 amLAX - HND
Nonstop11h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/15$573

Find flight deals from Japan to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Japan to California flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$523
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$260
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$739

Good round-trip deal

$571 or less

Good one-way deal

$280 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($122 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 December 15, 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

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 2/2

5:35 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop10h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/9

7:20 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops25h 45m

$556

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 2/12

5:35 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop10h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/16

8:25 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$556

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 1/23

5:35 pm-10:30 am

Nonstop9h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

10:10 am-3:05 pm

Nonstop11h 55m

$556

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 1/29

5:35 pm-10:30 am

Nonstop9h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

10:10 am-3:05 pm

Nonstop11h 55m

$556

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 2/4

5:35 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop10h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/12

10:10 am-3:05 pm

Nonstop11h 55m

$556

TokyoLos Angeles

HND - LAX

HNDLAX

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 1/19

4:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/26

10:10 am-3:05 pm

Nonstop11h 55m

$562

TokyoLos Angeles

NRT - LAX

NRTLAX

Tokyo Narita

Fri 1/23

5:35 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop10h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

11:05 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop11h 50m

$574

TokyoLos Angeles

NRT - LAX

NRTLAX

Tokyo Narita

Thu 1/29

5:35 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop10h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

11:05 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop11h 50m

$574

TokyoOntario

HND - ONT

HNDONT

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 1/22

4:25 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop18h 18m

Ontario

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$580

TokyoLos Angeles

NRT - LAX

NRTLAX

Tokyo Narita

Mon 12/22

5:30 pm-10:30 am

Nonstop10h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/4

11:05 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop11h 50m

$589

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Best time to book a flight from Japan to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Japan with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 $201). Flying from Japan to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 December 15, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Japan to California in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Japan to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Japan to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Japan to California flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Japan to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,655 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

NRT - YVR

I had difficulties to get my mileage number registered on my flights. I wasn’t able to put it in at JAL check-in counter or online checking-in. I had to call the customer service in Japan by wasting much time.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,655 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,655 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

NRT - YVR

I had difficulties to get my mileage number registered on my flights. I wasn’t able to put it in at JAL check-in counter or online checking-in. I had to call the customer service in Japan by wasting much time.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,655 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

NRT - YVR

I had difficulties to get my mileage number registered on my flights. I wasn’t able to put it in at JAL check-in counter or online checking-in. I had to call the customer service in Japan by wasting much time.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,655 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

NRT - YVR

I had difficulties to get my mileage number registered on my flights. I wasn’t able to put it in at JAL check-in counter or online checking-in. I had to call the customer service in Japan by wasting much time.
ZIPAIR
7.4
Good
53 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,655 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

NRT - YVR

I had difficulties to get my mileage number registered on my flights. I wasn’t able to put it in at JAL check-in counter or online checking-in. I had to call the customer service in Japan by wasting much time.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,655 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

NRT - YVR

I had difficulties to get my mileage number registered on my flights. I wasn’t able to put it in at JAL check-in counter or online checking-in. I had to call the customer service in Japan by wasting much time.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Japan to California?

    Departing from Japan to California will take you 10h. Airlines will cover a distance of 5472 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $261. Users have also found prices from $268 and $278 on Alaska Airlines and American 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 $201). Flying from Japan to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$386Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$420Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$422Average$775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ZIPAIRCheapest$477Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$513Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EVA AirCheapest$518Average$962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$560Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$606Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
STARLUX AirlinesCheapest$618Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Korean AirCheapest$682Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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