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$325+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$727
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$325
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,173

Good round-trip deal

$951 or less

Good one-way deal

$473 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 July 29, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sun 8/246:15 amSAN - KIX
1 stop18h 10mAir Canada
Thu 10/96:05 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop13h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$727
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 11/107:50 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops52h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/207:25 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop14h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$787
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/2411:28 amSAN - NRT
1 stop16h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/84:25 pmNRT - SAN
1 stop14h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$794
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:10 pmSAN - NRT
1 stop29h 10mAir Canada
Sun 12/76:15 pmNRT - SAN
2 stops17h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$803
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.
Mon 9/88:00 amSAN - HND
1 stop13h 55mANA
Tue 9/239:05 pmHND - SAN
1 stop14h 41mANA
Deal found 7/26$808
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 9/1310:54 amSAN - NRT
1 stop35h 21mANA
Wed 10/15:10 pmNRT - SAN
1 stop17h 19mANA
Deal found 7/27$809
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 11/812:45 pmSAN - NGO
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/52:20 pmNGO - SAN
2 stops20h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$823
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/151:35 pmSAN - NRT
Nonstop11h 10mJapan Airlines
Fri 9/265:20 pmNRT - SAN
Nonstop10h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/27$825
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/287:59 pmSAN - NRT
2 stops23h 21mAsiana Airlines
Sat 9/61:20 pmNRT - SAN
2 stops26h 24mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/27$830
This Jetabroad 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:59 pmSAN - HND
2 stops28h 11mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/129:20 pmHND - SAN
1 stop36h 10mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/28$831
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sun 8/105:45 pmSAN - KIX
1 stop33h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/268:45 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop35h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/27$831
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/126:15 amSAN - NRT
1 stop17h 45mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/196:25 pmNRT - SAN
1 stop17h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$833

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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 July 29, 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

Sun 8/24

6:15 am-4:25 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 10/9

6:05 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$727

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

Tue 9/23

11:28 am-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 32m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 10/8

4:25 pm-3:06 pm

1 stop14h 41m

$794

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

Sun 10/26

6:10 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 11/9

6:15 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop34h 48m

$803

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - HND

SANHND

San Diego

Mon 9/8

8:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 9/23

9:05 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop14h 41m

$808

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

Sat 9/13

10:54 am-2:15 pm

1 stop35h 21m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 10/1

5:10 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop17h 19m

$809

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

Mon 9/15

1:35 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 9/26

5:20 pm-11:35 am

Nonstop10h 15m

$825

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

Thu 8/28

7:59 pm-11:20 am

2 stops23h 21m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 9/6

1:20 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops26h 24m

$830

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Sun 8/10

5:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop33h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 8/26

8:45 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$831

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

Tue 8/12

6:15 am-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 8/19

6:25 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop17h 24m

$833

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - HND

SANHND

San Diego

Mon 8/18

9:15 am-7:25 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 8/26

9:20 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop35h 10m

$834

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Japan

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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 $881). Flying from San Diego to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,622). 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 July 29, 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 July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with STARLUX Airlines, ANA, and Korean Air 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.
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
198 reviews

Overall

9.0

Food

8.8

Entertainment

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

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
9.0
Wonderful
198 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
198 reviews

Overall

9.0

Food

8.8

Entertainment

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
198 reviews

Overall

9.0

Food

8.8

Entertainment

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

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
1,121 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
198 reviews

Overall

9.0

Food

8.8

Entertainment

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

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
1,535 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
198 reviews

Overall

9.0

Food

8.8

Entertainment

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

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
754 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
198 reviews

Overall

9.0

Food

8.8

Entertainment

9.0

Boarding

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

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 San Diego to Japan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • 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 ($407), WestJet ($411), and Japan Airlines ($441).

  • 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 Kansai Intl.

  • 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 $881). Flying from San Diego to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,622). 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$348Average$1,178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$584Average$1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$614Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air CanadaCheapest$668Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$689Average$1,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$716Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Japan AirlinesCheapest$761Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$786Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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