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$326+ Cheap flights from California to Japan

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Cheap flight deals from California to Japan

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

Round-trip from

$663
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$326
(Air Canada)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,129

Good round-trip deal

$692 or less

Good one-way deal

$283 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This lastminute.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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/66:00 amONT - NRT
1 stop18h 00mHawaiian Airlines
lun. 10/206:25 pmNRT - ONT
1 stop16h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$653
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.
mié. 8/275:20 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 9/32:35 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$663
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/55:20 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop10h 40mZIPAIR
mar. 8/199:30 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 50mZIPAIR
Deal found 6/10$670
This CrystalTravel 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/811:55 pmSFO - NRT
1 stop21h 15mPhilippine Airlines
mié. 10/229:30 amNRT - SFO
1 stop27h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/11$688
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sáb. 11/2212:00 pmSFO - HND
2 stops34h 10mChina Eastern
dom. 11/304:40 pmHND - SFO
2 stops33h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/11$695
This SmartFares 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/810:08 amSFO - NRT
1 stop13h 52mHawaiian Airlines
mié. 9/176:25 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop13h 27mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$696
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/311:05 pmSFO - NRT
2 stops33h 50mAir Canada
mar. 9/95:25 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops38h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$699
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/167:25 amSFO - HND
1 stop16h 45mAlaska Airlines
jue. 12/48:05 pmHND - SFO
1 stop16h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$702
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/1511:55 pmSFO - HND
1 stop32h 30mPhilippine Airlines
lun. 9/223:05 pmHND - SFO
1 stop21h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/9$706
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/134:52 pmSFO - NRT
1 stop31h 08mAlaska Airlines
mié. 9/246:25 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop13h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$709
This Hawaiian Airlines 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/37:15 amSFO - HND
1 stop16h 55mHawaiian Airlines
mié. 12/178:05 pmHND - SFO
1 stop26h 20mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$712
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/2212:00 pmSFO - NRT
1 stop33h 25mChina Eastern
dom. 12/71:00 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop37h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/12$716

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

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California

Fly to

Japan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

mié. 8/27

5:20 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

Tokyo Narita

mié. 9/3

2:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$663

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

mar. 8/5

5:20 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop10h 40m

Tokyo Narita

mar. 8/19

9:30 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop9h 50m

$670

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

lun. 9/1

11:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Tokyo Narita

lun. 9/15

2:25 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$692

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

sáb. 11/22

12:00 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

dom. 11/30

4:40 pm-9:00 am

2 stops33h 20m

$695

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

lun. 9/1

7:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Tokyo Narita

mié. 9/10

6:25 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop19h 58m

$697

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

lun. 9/1

1:05 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Tokyo Narita

mar. 9/9

5:25 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops34h 58m

$700

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

dom. 11/16

7:25 am-5:10 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

vie. 12/5

9:20 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop15h 40m

$702

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

lun. 9/15

11:55 pm-12:25 am

1 stop32h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

lun. 9/22

3:05 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$706

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

mié. 12/3

7:15 am-5:10 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

mié. 12/17

8:05 pm-5:25 am

1 stop26h 20m

$712

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

mar. 8/5

9:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 45m

Tokyo Narita

mar. 8/26

6:25 pm-6:09 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$753

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Best time to book a flight from California to Japan

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Japan (average of $871). Flying from California to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,625). 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 CA to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 junio 12, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Japan by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 2.0 - 8.3 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Japan by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with STARLUX Airlines, EVA Air and Korean Air from California to Japan by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
177 reviews

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

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

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

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

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

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

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

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
1,489 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
177 reviews

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

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

Food

8.8

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Entertainment

8.9

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

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 California to Japan. 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 California to Japan one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $326. However, be on the lookout for offers from ZIPAIR and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Japan for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Japan 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 California to Japan?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Japan (average of $871). Flying from California to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,625). 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 California to Japan

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Japan. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$117Average$1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$147Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$348Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
ZIPAIRCheapest$395Average$811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$396Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$486Average$1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$487Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Korean AirCheapest$490Average$911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
WestJetCheapest$497Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China AirlinesCheapest$503Average$1,062FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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