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$278+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — FUK
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

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Wed 12/313:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Fri 2/69:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 12/11$618
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Tue 12/303:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Sat 1/249:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 12/11$690
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Tue 12/309:41 pmSFO - NRT
1 stop25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/216:30 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop16h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$692
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Wed 12/313:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Wed 1/219:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 12/11$694
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Wed 12/313:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/282:45 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop13h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$700
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Tue 12/303:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Wed 1/219:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 12/11$705
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Wed 12/313:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/26:35 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$713
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:41 pmSFO - NRT
1 stop25h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/36:30 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop18h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$716
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Wed 12/313:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/296:35 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop34h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$726
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Sun 12/283:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Wed 1/219:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 12/11$732
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Wed 12/317:30 amSFO - NRT
1 stop15h 50mAir Canada
Fri 2/66:15 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops16h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$736
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Wed 12/317:09 amSFO - HND
2 stops32h 01mJapan Airlines
Fri 1/307:30 amHND - SFO
2 stops28h 00mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/11$794

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Japan

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

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$568
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$278
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,164

Good round-trip deal

$765 or less

Good one-way deal

$371 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Tokyo (TYO) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Tokyo (TYO) flights.
From San Francisco to Japan
One-way flight from San Francisco to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($149 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($31 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Japan.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Japan.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Japan that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Japan

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Return

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San FranciscoFukuoka

SFO - FUK

SFOFUK

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

3:40 pm-9:50 am

1 stop25h 10m

Fukuoka

Fri 1/30

1:20 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$628

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

7:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 1/28

6:30 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$710

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

12:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 1/20

6:30 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop18h 42m

$717

San FranciscoNagoya

SFO - NGO

SFONGO

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

8:31 am-7:45 pm

2 stops18h 14m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Wed 3/11

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$723

San FranciscoNagoya

SFO - NGO

SFONGO

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

7:30 am-7:45 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Thu 2/5

2:30 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops17h 26m

$723

San FranciscoOkinawa

SFO - OKA

SFOOKA

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

11:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop18h 50m

Okinawa Naha

Sun 3/15

12:00 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$730

San FranciscoOkinawa

SFO - OKA

SFOOKA

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

11:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop17h 50m

Okinawa Naha

Tue 2/10

12:00 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$730

San FranciscoFukuoka

SFO - FUK

SFOFUK

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

11:50 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Fukuoka

Thu 3/19

3:50 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$745

San FranciscoNagoya

SFO - NGO

SFONGO

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

8:25 am-12:35 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Sun 2/1

5:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop33h 00m

$767

San FranciscoKobe

SFO - UKB

SFOUKB

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

11:40 am-5:40 pm

1 stop37h 00m

Kobe

Wed 1/28

6:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop31h 50m

$773

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Japan

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Japan (average of $293). Flying from San Francisco to Japan in June is currently the most expensive (average of $631). 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 SFO to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 12, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Japan, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Japan?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Japan. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

How often are flights from San Francisco to Japan delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Japan have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 137 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the last year, ANA have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% 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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Japan, such as ANA, Japan Airlines, and Asiana Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mario,Nov 2025

HND - BKK

Option to use Bluetooth headphones when connecting to in flight entertainment system. I want to use my own headsets with noise cancelling support
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mario,Nov 2025

HND - BKK

Option to use Bluetooth headphones when connecting to in flight entertainment system. I want to use my own headsets with noise cancelling support
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mario,Nov 2025

HND - BKK

Option to use Bluetooth headphones when connecting to in flight entertainment system. I want to use my own headsets with noise cancelling support
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mario,Nov 2025

HND - BKK

Option to use Bluetooth headphones when connecting to in flight entertainment system. I want to use my own headsets with noise cancelling support
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mario,Nov 2025

HND - BKK

Option to use Bluetooth headphones when connecting to in flight entertainment system. I want to use my own headsets with noise cancelling support
8.4
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Mario,Nov 2025

HND - BKK

Option to use Bluetooth headphones when connecting to in flight entertainment system. I want to use my own headsets with noise cancelling support

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Japan?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Japan.

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

    For as low as $730, Asiana Airlines can have you in Japan from San Francisco in 18h 50m. The distance between San Francisco and Japan is about 6109 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Japan are ZIPAIR ($278), Hawaiian Airlines ($288), and China Southern ($361).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Japan (average of $293). Flying from San Francisco to Japan in June is currently the most expensive (average of $631). 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 San Francisco to Japan

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$117Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$364Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$424Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$487Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$549Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
ZIPAIRCheapest$558Average$906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Japan AirlinesCheapest$572Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$644Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
China EasternCheapest$654Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$700Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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