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$259+ Cheap flights from California to Japan

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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FUK
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Thu 8/27
Thu 9/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Japan

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 July 28, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1010:55 am
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
ZIPAIR
Mon 2/12:45 pm
NRT
-
LAX
Nonstop9h 55m
ZIPAIR
Deal found 7/25$618
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/283:55 pm
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
ZIPAIR
Wed 9/97:35 pm
NRT
-
LAX
Nonstop10h 20m
ZIPAIR
Deal found 7/26$625
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sun 8/93:55 pm
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
ZIPAIR
Sun 10/42:35 pm
NRT
-
LAX
Nonstop9h 50m
ZIPAIR
Deal found 7/26$632
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/293:55 pm
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
ZIPAIR
Fri 10/22:35 pm
NRT
-
LAX
Nonstop9h 50m
ZIPAIR
Deal found 7/25$633
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 7/2710:55 am
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
ZIPAIR
Mon 10/262:45 pm
NRT
-
LAX
Nonstop9h 45m
ZIPAIR
Deal found 7/24$634
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/313:55 pm
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/63:55 pm
NRT
-
LAX
3 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$637
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/293:55 pm
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
ZIPAIR
Tue 10/132:35 pm
NRT
-
LAX
Nonstop9h 50m
ZIPAIR
Deal found 7/28$638
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/293:55 pm
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
ZIPAIR
Mon 10/122:35 pm
NRT
-
LAX
Nonstop9h 50m
ZIPAIR
Deal found 7/28$639
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 8/303:55 pm
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
ZIPAIR
Tue 10/132:35 pm
NRT
-
LAX
Nonstop9h 50m
ZIPAIR
Deal found 7/28$640
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Sat 8/293:55 pm
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/63:55 pm
NRT
-
LAX
3 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$641
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sun 8/910:55 am
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/63:55 pm
NRT
-
LAX
3 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$642
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Sat 8/810:55 am
LAX
-
NRT
Nonstop11h 15m
ZIPAIR
Wed 10/72:35 pm
NRT
-
LAX
Nonstop9h 50m
ZIPAIR
Deal found 7/26$644

Find flight deals from California to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated July 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$618
(oojo)

One-way from

$259
(Expedia)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$980

Good round-trip deal

$681 or less

Good one-way deal

$234 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($142 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 July 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Japan that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Mon 9/28

1:00 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops36h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 10/15

8:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop18h 55m

$943

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Sat 10/10

12:20 am-8:50 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 10/22

8:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop18h 55m

$945

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Sun 10/11

1:05 am-4:35 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 10/23

2:30 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$976

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Wed 8/19

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop17h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 8/26

4:45 pm-10:55 am

Nonstop10h 10m

$1,010

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Mon 8/24

7:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 9/1

4:45 pm-10:55 am

Nonstop10h 10m

$1,010

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Sun 8/30

9:37 am-3:00 pm

1 stop13h 23m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 9/17

5:05 pm-2:08 pm

1 stop13h 03m

$1,020

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - HND

LAXHND

Los Angeles

Mon 10/5

12:00 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop40h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 10/19

10:50 am-4:35 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$1,022

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Sat 10/3

12:05 am-4:35 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 10/16

8:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$1,023

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Sat 8/29

9:29 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop25h 31m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 9/18

5:05 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop20h 26m

$1,025

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Sun 8/23

1:05 am-8:55 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 8/31

9:40 am-8:30 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$1,027

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Best time to book a flight from California to Japan

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Japan from California with our price prediction graph.
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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Japan (average of $709). Flying from California to Japan in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,180). 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 July 28, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to Japan in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Japan?

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to Japan. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Japan. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

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

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.

  • How long is the flight from California to Japan?

    Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from California to Japan in just under 17h. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 15m. California and Japan are separated by a distance of 5435 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $52. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Japan (average of $709). Flying from California to Japan in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,180). 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 July 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$100Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$117Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$199Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$288Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Korean AirCheapest$388Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$414Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$451Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ZIPAIRCheapest$471Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$549Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China AirlinesCheapest$552Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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