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$467+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KIX
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kyoto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Kyoto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/313:30 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/129:10 pmKIX - SFO
2 stops42h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$902
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/312:30 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/147:40 amKIX - SFO
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$941
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 - ITM
2 stops29h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/142:40 pmITM - SFO
2 stops25h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$975
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/3012:50 pmSFO - ITM
1 stop14h 15mJapan Airlines
Tue 1/138:10 pmITM - SFO
1 stop31h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/16$988
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/3012:50 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop16h 30mJapan Airlines
Tue 1/139:05 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop30h 20mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/16$991
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:50 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop25h 15mAsiana Airlines
Wed 1/148:20 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop34h 40mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 12/14$992
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/313:30 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/138:00 amKIX - SFO
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$999
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/262:30 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/307:50 amKIX - SFO
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,031
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:35 amSFO - ITM
1 stop15h 20mJapan Airlines
Wed 1/141:40 pmITM - SFO
1 stop13h 45mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,033
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3012:50 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop16h 30mJapan Airlines
Wed 1/143:00 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop12h 25mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,036
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/2911:15 amSFO - KIX
Nonstop12h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/146:35 pmKIX - SFO
Nonstop10h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$1,039
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Tue 12/3011:15 amSFO - KIX
Nonstop12h 25mANA
Tue 1/136:35 pmKIX - SFO
Nonstop10h 00mANA
Deal found 12/15$1,048

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Kyoto

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Kyoto flight deals. Data was last updated December 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$650
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$467
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,470
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kyoto that are best for you.

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Price

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

11:50 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 3/7

10:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$803

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

11:40 am-8:45 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 3/20

9:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop17h 30m

$803

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

11:50 pm-8:50 am

1 stop17h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 3/26

9:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$803

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

11:50 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 3/8

10:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$803

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

11:50 pm-8:50 am

1 stop16h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 2/26

9:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$803

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

11:50 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 2/27

9:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$803

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

11:50 pm-8:50 am

1 stop16h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 3/10

10:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$803

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

11:50 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 3/14

9:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$803

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

11:50 pm-8:50 am

1 stop16h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 3/14

10:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$803

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

11:50 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 3/13

10:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$803

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Kyoto

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kyoto from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Kyoto

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Kyoto. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Kyoto is 55 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 Francisco to Kyoto?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kyoto (average of $446). Flying from San Francisco to Kyoto in January is currently the most expensive (average of $736). 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 KY9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Kyoto is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Kyoto

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Kyoto. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to KY9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Japan Airlines, and Asiana Airlines from San Francisco to Kyoto to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

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
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

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
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,662 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

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
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

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
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,531 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
1,025 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

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 Kyoto. 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 Kyoto?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Kyoto from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Kyoto should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to Kyoto from 15 different airlines.

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

    Departing from San Francisco to Kyoto will take you 14h 10m. San Francisco and Kyoto are separated by a distance of 5373 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $373. Asiana Airlines flights start at $407 while deals on Air Canada start at $484 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Osaka Itami or San Francisco - Kobe, San Francisco - Osaka Kansai Intl is the most popular route from San Francisco to Kyoto.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Kyoto?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Kyoto? While on average our users pay $2,930, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $484. The most popular route (San Francisco - Osaka Kansai Intl), is priced around $637.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kyoto (average of $446). Flying from San Francisco to Kyoto in January is currently the most expensive (average of $736). 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 Kyoto

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$429Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$636Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$643Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China EasternCheapest$654Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$674Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Air CanadaCheapest$715Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$736Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Cathay PacificCheapest$753Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Korean AirCheapest$771Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$773Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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