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$372+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Japan

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SAN — FUK
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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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 March 10, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/512:30 pm
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1 stop15h 30m
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Thu 5/74:25 pm
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SAN
1 stop13h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$776
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sun 8/236:15 am
SAN
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NRT
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/29:30 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop18h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$780
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/218:10 am
SAN
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NRT
1 stop19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/267:10 pm
NRT
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SAN
2 stops18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$781
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/189:19 am
SAN
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NRT
1 stop18h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/204:25 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop13h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$782
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Fri 8/281:30 pm
SAN
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NRT
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/109:30 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop26h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$784
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:15 am
SAN
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NRT
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/99:30 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop14h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$785
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 7/67:32 pm
SAN
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NRT
1 stop27h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/154:25 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop17h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$786
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Thu 4/309:19 am
SAN
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NRT
1 stop18h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/144:25 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$787
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Fri 7/107:32 pm
SAN
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NRT
1 stop27h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/154:25 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop17h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$788
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 8/19:55 am
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NRT
1 stop18h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/149:30 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$789
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/209:19 am
SAN
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NRT
1 stop18h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/277:25 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$790
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 8/1910:30 am
SAN
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NRT
1 stop17h 30m
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Fri 8/289:30 pm
NRT
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SAN
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$791

Find 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 March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$776
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$372
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,148

Good round-trip deal

$929 or less

Good one-way deal

$502 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Tokyo (TYO) flight deals.
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From San Diego to Japan
One-way flight from San Diego to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($170 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Japan.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Diego to Japan.

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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 March 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Japan that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Tue 4/7

6:20 am-11:20 am

2 stops37h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 4/16

2:15 am-6:59 pm

2 stops32h 44m

$857

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Sun 5/3

6:20 am-8:15 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Osaka Itami

Wed 7/1

8:20 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops39h 31m

$908

San DiegoFukuoka

SAN - FUK

SANFUK

San Diego

Wed 5/6

10:05 am-9:25 am

2 stops31h 20m

Fukuoka

Wed 5/20

9:05 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops33h 52m

$925

San DiegoFukuoka

SAN - FUK

SANFUK

San Diego

Wed 5/6

10:05 am-9:25 am

2 stops31h 20m

Fukuoka

Thu 5/21

2:50 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$925

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

Sun 4/12

8:37 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops26h 23m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 6/3

4:45 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop19h 06m

$927

San DiegoKobe

SAN - UKB

SANUKB

San Diego

Sun 5/3

8:45 pm-7:50 am

2 stops43h 05m

Kobe

Wed 7/1

9:15 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops38h 36m

$928

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Sun 4/19

7:20 am-2:50 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 5/8

9:20 am-10:37 pm

2 stops29h 17m

$928

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

Thu 8/20

7:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops37h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 8/27

8:55 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops42h 47m

$964

San DiegoTokyo

SAN - NRT

SANNRT

San Diego

Sat 4/25

7:35 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop28h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 5/10

6:00 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop20h 36m

$969

San DiegoFukuoka

SAN - FUK

SANFUK

San Diego

Thu 5/7

7:00 am-9:25 am

2 stops34h 25m

Fukuoka

Wed 5/20

2:50 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$975

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Japan

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Japan from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Japan (average of $402). Flying from San Diego to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of $816). 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 March 10, 2026.

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.

How often are flights from San Diego to Japan delayed?

About 34% of weekly flights between San Diego and Japan have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Japan flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Japan flights?

Over the last year, Japan Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 34% of flights being delayed.

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 March 10, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA,Japan Airlines, andAlaska 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.
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

BKK - NRT

Really enjoyed fly with ANA for our first time. Thank you!

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.

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

    A quick flight from San Diego to Japan can take about 21h 55m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $908. There are 5809 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 Hawaiian Airlines ($372), United Airlines ($378), and ANA ($381).

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

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Japan (average of $402). Flying from San Diego to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of $816). 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 9 airlines flying from San Diego to Japan

Discover the top 9 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$501Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$579Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$650Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ANACheapest$693Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$701Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$734Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$749Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$796Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Korean AirCheapest$835Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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