Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Kyoto, Japan from $556

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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAN — KIX
Apr 24 — May 11

The best prices from San Diego to Kyoto are usually found in February or January, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Kyoto

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Kyoto (KY9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 19, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$1,128

One-way from

$776
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From San Diego to Kyoto
One-way flight from San Diego to Kyoto

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 10 days in advance to save up to 8% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 10 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Diego to Kyoto 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $797, or $925 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Kyoto?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Kyoto. Flights to Kyoto from San Diego in February are about $1,139 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $475.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Kyoto (SAN - KY9)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Diego to Kyoto as you normally would.

Cheap Cathay Pacific flights from San Diego to Kyoto

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Cathay Pacific for the route between San Diego and Kyoto. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Cathay Pacific flights traveling from San Diego to Kyoto. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 10/18:55 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops41h 40mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/196:05 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops39h 01mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/18$1,064
Mon 5/68:47 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops24h 13mCathay Pacific
Mon 5/204:20 pmKIX - SAN
3 stops41h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/18$1,079
Mon 5/68:47 pmSAN - KIX
3 stops26h 08mCathay Pacific
Mon 5/204:20 pmKIX - SAN
3 stops41h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/18$1,094
Tue 10/18:55 pmSAN - KIX
3 stops50h 00mCathay Pacific
Tue 11/196:05 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops39h 01mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/18$1,095

Cheap American Airlines flights from San Diego to Kyoto

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between San Diego and Kyoto. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on American Airlines flights traveling from San Diego to Kyoto. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 10/17:25 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/135:50 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops22h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$992
Tue 10/16:20 amSAN - ITM
2 stops20h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/133:35 pmITM - SAN
2 stops23h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$996
Sun 10/132:44 pmSAN - ITM
2 stops35h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/227:30 amITM - SAN
2 stops20h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,004
Mon 5/66:16 amSAN - KIX
2 stops20h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/205:45 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops20h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,042
Mon 5/66:15 amSAN - ITM
2 stops20h 50mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/208:30 amITM - SAN
2 stops21h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,046
Mon 5/67:30 pmSAN - ITM
3 stops30h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/208:30 amITM - SAN
2 stops20h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,051
Tue 6/184:35 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops34h 20mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/255:45 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops20h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,061
Thu 6/206:25 amSAN - KIX
2 stops20h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/45:45 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops31h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,086
Fri 6/77:31 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops31h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/155:45 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,111

Cheap San Diego to Kyoto flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Kyoto specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Prices were last updated on April 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Kyoto in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 5/81:05 pmSAN - ITM
1 stop14h 45mJapan Airlines
Tue 5/288:30 amITM - SAN
1 stop18h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$961
Wed 5/88:00 amSAN - ITM
2 stops19h 55mJapan Airlines
Tue 5/2812:30 pmITM - SAN
1 stop14h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$964
Wed 5/81:05 pmSAN - ITM
2 stops29h 05mJapan Airlines
Tue 5/288:35 amITM - SAN
2 stops18h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$968
Tue 5/141:05 pmSAN - ITM
2 stops34h 55mJapan Airlines
Thu 8/157:20 amITM - SAN
2 stops25h 57mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$988
Sun 5/51:05 pmSAN - KIX
1 stop17h 05mJapan Airlines
Sun 5/123:20 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops59h 50mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/19$988
Tue 5/141:05 pmSAN - ITM
1 stop14h 45mJapan Airlines
Thu 8/157:05 amITM - SAN
2 stops26h 12mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$992
Mon 5/136:16 amSAN - KIX
2 stops20h 39mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/145:45 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops30h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$992
Wed 5/88:20 amSAN - KIX
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,030
Sun 5/51:05 pmSAN - ITM
2 stops29h 15mJapan Airlines
Sun 5/128:15 pmITM - SAN
2 stops34h 44mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/19$1,042

San Diego to Kyoto 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Kyoto in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Diego to Kyoto in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 5/81:05 pmSAN - ITM
1 stop14h 45mJapan Airlines
Tue 5/288:30 amITM - SAN
1 stop18h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$961
Wed 5/88:00 amSAN - ITM
2 stops19h 55mJapan Airlines
Tue 5/2812:30 pmITM - SAN
1 stop14h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$964
Wed 5/81:05 pmSAN - ITM
2 stops29h 05mJapan Airlines
Tue 5/288:35 amITM - SAN
2 stops18h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$968
Tue 10/11:05 pmSAN - ITM
1 stop14h 45mJapan Airlines
Wed 11/132:50 pmITM - SAN
2 stops17h 02mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$971
Tue 5/141:05 pmSAN - ITM
2 stops34h 55mJapan Airlines
Thu 8/157:20 amITM - SAN
2 stops25h 57mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$988
Sun 5/51:05 pmSAN - KIX
1 stop17h 05mJapan Airlines
Sun 5/123:20 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops59h 50mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/19$988
Tue 5/141:05 pmSAN - ITM
1 stop14h 45mJapan Airlines
Thu 8/157:05 amITM - SAN
2 stops26h 12mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$992
Tue 10/17:25 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/135:50 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops22h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/18$992
Mon 11/47:00 amSAN - ITM
2 stops19h 50mJapan Airlines
Mon 11/182:50 pmITM - SAN
2 stops17h 02mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$993

One-way flights to Kyoto from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Kyoto. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Diego to Kyoto. Those needing a return flight from San Diego to Kyoto can use the search form above.
Wed 5/14:23 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops55h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$556
Wed 5/16:26 pmSAN - KIX
3 stops53h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$592
Wed 5/14:23 pmSAN - ITM
2 stops34h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$597
Wed 5/16:26 pmSAN - ITM
3 stops32h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$633
Wed 5/11:05 pmSAN - KIX
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19$685
Wed 5/11:05 pmSAN - ITM
1 stop37h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/19$708
Fri 5/179:10 pmSAN - KIX
3 stops57h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$712
Mon 7/11:30 pmSAN - ITM
1 stop14h 20mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$760
Mon 7/11:30 pmSAN - KIX
1 stop34h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 4/18$776

Find flights from San Diego to Kyoto within your budget

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 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$961 - $1,740

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Return

Price

San DiegoOsaka Itami

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Wed 5/8

1 stop14h 45m

Osaka Itami

Tue 5/28

1 stop18h 40m

$961

San DiegoOsaka Kansai Intl

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Tue 10/1

2 stops31h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 11/13

2 stops22h 49m

$992

San DiegoOsaka Kansai Intl

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Wed 5/8

2 stops30h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 5/28

2 stops29h 00m

$1,030

San DiegoOsaka Kansai Intl

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Tue 10/1

2 stops41h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 11/19

2 stops39h 01m

$1,064

San DiegoOsaka Itami

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Sun 9/29

2 stops19h 55m

Osaka Itami

Thu 10/3

2 stops17h 51m

$1,138

San DiegoOsaka Kansai Intl

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Mon 5/27

2 stops28h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 6/5

2 stops31h 19m

$1,166

San DiegoOsaka Kansai Intl

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Sun 10/13

1 stop16h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 10/22

1 stop17h 10m

$1,532

San DiegoOsaka Kansai Intl

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Wed 5/15

2 stops22h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 5/31

2 stops23h 02m

$1,644

San DiegoOsaka Kansai Intl

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Tue 10/1

1 stop16h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 11/19

1 stop16h 23m

$1,740

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Deals found on 4/18

When is the best time to 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 January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Diego to Kyoto is 9 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Kyoto?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Kyoto. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.
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Noon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Kyoto flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Kyoto by month

Plan your trip from San Diego to Kyoto by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Diego to Kyoto is currently $669 while a round-trip flight costs $1,252. Price data was last updated on April 14, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto (average of $1,060). Flying from San Diego to Kyoto in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,421). 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.

January

$1,095

February

$1,060

March

$1,245

April

$1,186

May

$1,230

June

$1,308

July

$1,421

August

$1,233

September

$1,147

October

$1,173

November

$1,219

December

$1,348

Temperature and rainfall in Kyoto by month

Plan your trip to Kyoto by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

OSA

Temperature

42.8 - 84.2 °F

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 April 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, American Airlines and Air Canada from San Diego to Kyoto have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.5
Very good
951 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.5
Very good
951 reviews
8.5
Very good
951 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.4
Very good
611 reviews
8.5
Very good
951 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.3
Very good
1,482 reviews
8.5
Very good
951 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.3
Very good
969 reviews
8.5
Very good
951 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

8.0
Very good
2,343 reviews
8.5
Very good
951 reviews

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 10

They’re so kind and professional on ANA, I ordered a special meal and they were lovely throughout. Always kind and efficient, felt cared for in the sky

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 7 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.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Kyoto for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Kyoto for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Japan Airlines for just $961, but on average you can expect to pay $1,015.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Japan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $708. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Asiana 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?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Kyoto?

  • What does SAN to KIX mean?

    Great question - SAN to KIX just means San Diego Airport to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl Airport (NGO), Osaka Itami Airport (ITM), Kobe Airport (UKB), Toyooka Tajima Airport (TJH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Kyoto that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Kyoto flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Kyoto with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Kyoto flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Kyoto that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Kyoto offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Kyoto?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Kyoto flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Kyoto flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Kyoto flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/19.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Kyoto

Discover the top 7 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 3,138,949 searches. Data last updated April 19, 2024.
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Air CanadaCheapest$751Average$1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$848Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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American AirlinesCheapest$958Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$998Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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ANACheapest$1,011Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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DeltaCheapest$1,123Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,211Average$1,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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