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$396+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — FUK
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$736
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$396
(Air Canada)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$897

Good round-trip deal

$913 or less

Good one-way deal

$454 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/136:15 amSAN - KIX
1 stop16h 35mUnited Airlines
lun. 10/204:50 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop21h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$762
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/1011:17 amSAN - KIX
2 stops35h 33mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/284:50 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops33h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$767
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
lun. 12/16:10 pmSAN - NGO
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/132:30 pmNGO - SAN
2 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$770
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/196:15 amSAN - KIX
2 stops21h 15mUnited Airlines
lun. 10/204:50 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops22h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$774
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/186:20 amSAN - UKB
2 stops43h 20mKorean Air
dom. 10/1911:10 amUKB - SAN
2 stops23h 00mKorean Air
Deal found 9/9$781
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/186:20 amSAN - KIX
2 stops42h 45mKorean Air
dom. 10/199:05 amKIX - SAN
2 stops25h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 9/9$782
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/254:40 pmSAN - KIX
1 stop33h 00mAir Canada
lun. 11/107:25 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop14h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 9/11$787
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/177:46 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops33h 14mKorean Air
dom. 10/199:05 amKIX - SAN
2 stops25h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 9/9$788
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/1710:54 amSAN - NRT
1 stop35h 21mANA
mar. 9/305:10 pmNRT - SAN
1 stop17h 19mANA
Deal found 9/9$793
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/256:15 amSAN - HND
1 stop17h 00mUnited Airlines
jue. 10/23:50 pmHND - SAN
1 stop16h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$793
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/196:15 amSAN - NRT
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
vie. 10/34:30 pmNRT - SAN
2 stops20h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$794
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/196:20 amSAN - HND
1 stop15h 40mDelta
mié. 10/16:25 pmHND - SAN
1 stop16h 41mDelta
Deal found 9/9$794

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Japan that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Japan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

jue. 9/18

8:37 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops26h 13m

Osaka Kansai Intl

lun. 10/20

4:50 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops22h 51m

$767

San DiegoNagoya

SAN - NGO

SANNGO

San Diego

lun. 12/1

6:10 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops32h 35m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

sáb. 12/13

2:00 pm-5:24 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$771

San DiegoKobe

SAN - UKB

SANUKB

San Diego

jue. 9/18

6:20 am-5:40 pm

2 stops43h 20m

Kobe

dom. 10/19

11:10 am-6:10 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$781

San DiegoKobe

SAN - UKB

SANUKB

San Diego

jue. 9/18

6:20 am-10:10 am

2 stops35h 50m

Kobe

lun. 10/20

11:10 am-6:10 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$781

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

jue. 9/18

6:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

sáb. 10/18

9:05 am-7:08 pm

2 stops26h 03m

$782

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

mié. 9/17

5:56 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops28h 59m

Tokyo Narita

mar. 9/30

5:10 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop14h 49m

$794

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - HND

SANHND

San Diego

dom. 9/21

6:15 am-1:55 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Tokyo Haneda

sáb. 10/4

6:25 pm-8:16 pm

2 stops17h 51m

$797

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - HND

SANHND

San Diego

mié. 9/24

7:21 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops27h 54m

Tokyo Haneda

jue. 10/2

3:50 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops20h 02m

$797

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - HND

SANHND

San Diego

jue. 9/25

6:15 am-3:15 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

mar. 10/7

6:25 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop21h 16m

$797

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

mié. 9/24

5:56 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops28h 59m

Tokyo Narita

jue. 10/2

5:10 pm-7:52 pm

2 stops18h 42m

$799

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Japan

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Japan (average of $902). Flying from San Diego to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,502). 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 SAN to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

When flying from San Diego 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.

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA, Japan Airlines, and Alaska Airlines from San Diego to Japan by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
ANA
8.4
Very good
961 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,559 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,723 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
961 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

SFO - NRT

ANA ground and flight crew are the best their is They are now officially my Airline of choice Crew are very attentive, friendly, sincere, helpful and respond to queries accurately, promptly and gives you the peace of mind when travelling Salute to the World’s Best Airline for me

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Japan. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Japan?

    A quick flight from San Diego to Japan can take about 26h 13m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $767. There are 5833 mi between San Diego and Japan. 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 San Diego to Japan one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Japan are Air Canada ($396), Delta ($418), and United Airlines ($422).

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

    The most popular route from San Diego to Japan is San Diego - Tokyo Narita. You may also consider San Diego - Tokyo Haneda or San Diego - Osaka Itami.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Japan?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Japan?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Japan (average of $902). Flying from San Diego to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,502). 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Japan

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$348Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$584Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$614Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air CanadaCheapest$668Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$689Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$717Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Japan AirlinesCheapest$760Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$786Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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