Kyoto

$460+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Kyoto, 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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — KIX
Jan 3 — Jan 101
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Kyoto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Kyoto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Thu 12/411:40 amSAN - ITM
1 stop15h 15mJapan Airlines
Thu 12/112:40 pmITM - SAN
1 stop12h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/3$878
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Thu 12/47:45 amSAN - KIX
1 stop15h 55mANA
Thu 12/116:35 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop13h 27mANA
Deal found 12/3$922
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Thu 12/411:02 amSAN - ITM
2 stops38h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/111:00 pmITM - SAN
2 stops27h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$940
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/317:40 amSAN - KIX
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/146:35 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops22h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$955
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/3111:12 amSAN - KIX
2 stops36h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/206:35 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops22h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$978
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/316:15 amSAN - KIX
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/186:35 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop13h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,031
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:40 amSAN - ITM
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/117:30 amITM - SAN
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,090
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Thu 12/47:00 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops28h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/118:20 amKIX - SAN
2 stops32h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,101
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Tue 12/1611:40 amSAN - KIX
1 stop32h 45mJapan Airlines
Mon 12/228:25 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop30h 20mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,419
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Wed 12/2410:10 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops27h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/118:45 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop27h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/2$1,433
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Wed 12/2411:12 amSAN - ITM
2 stops27h 18mANA
Sun 1/116:00 pmITM - SAN
2 stops35h 49mANA
Deal found 12/2$1,437
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Wed 12/1711:40 amSAN - KIX
1 stop28h 05mJapan Airlines
Thu 1/1510:50 amKIX - SAN
1 stop15h 55mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/4$1,443

Find flight deals from San Diego to Kyoto

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Kyoto flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$749
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$460
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,032
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Osaka (OSA) flight deals.
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From San Diego to Kyoto
One-way flight from San Diego to Kyoto
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($147 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Kyoto 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 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Kyoto that are best for you.

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San Diego

Fly to

Kyoto

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Mon 2/16

6:15 am-7:10 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Osaka Itami

Thu 2/26

1:00 pm-2:49 pm

2 stops18h 49m

$778

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Mon 1/26

7:52 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop27h 48m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 2/5

8:20 am-11:42 pm

2 stops32h 22m

$798

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Sun 2/1

7:45 am-4:40 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 2/12

8:20 am-10:24 am

2 stops43h 04m

$799

San DiegoKobe

SAN - UKB

SANUKB

San Diego

Wed 1/14

7:35 pm-10:10 am

2 stops21h 35m

Kobe

Wed 2/25

11:10 am-2:29 pm

2 stops20h 19m

$807

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Fri 1/9

11:08 am-4:40 pm

2 stops60h 32m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 2/10

8:20 am-12:15 am

2 stops32h 55m

$808

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 2/25

11:55 am-2:29 pm

2 stops19h 34m

$809

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Mon 1/5

6:55 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 1/24

6:35 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$809

San DiegoKobe

SAN - UKB

SANUKB

San Diego

Mon 2/16

11:05 am-8:00 am

2 stops27h 55m

Kobe

Thu 2/26

9:15 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops37h 14m

$811

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Sat 1/17

6:15 am-4:40 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 1/24

6:35 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$817

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Sat 1/31

6:35 am-8:45 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 2/12

9:00 am-2:29 pm

2 stops22h 29m

$823

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Kyoto. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Kyoto is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto (average of $540). Flying from San Diego to Kyoto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,007). 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 KY9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Kyoto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Kyoto in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Kyoto?

Reviews of airlines servicing Kyoto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kyoto. 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 Kyoto. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA, Korean Air, and Japan Airlines from San Diego to Kyoto have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.
8.4
Very good

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julie,Sep 2025

CGK - HND

Flight attendants are nice, friendly and helpful. Highly recommend to flight with this airline.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kyoto from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Kyoto per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Kyoto. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

    Airlines like ANA, United Airlines, and Korean Air fly from San Diego to Kyoto in about 19h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 53m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5809 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Kyoto one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is ANA, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $420. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Kyoto for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto (average of $540). Flying from San Diego to Kyoto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,007). 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 3 airlines flying from San Diego to Kyoto

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Kyoto. 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapest$766Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
ANACheapest$785Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$830Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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