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$350+ 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — KIX
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Kyoto are usually found in January or September, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$691
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$350
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,089
From San Francisco to Kyoto
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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 July 31, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/301:00 pmSFO - KIX
2 stops31h 50mChina Eastern
Sat 11/89:30 amKIX - SFO
1 stop16h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/29$691
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2911:30 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop26h 20mAsiana Airlines
Mon 10/205:00 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop14h 30mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/29$693
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:55 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop27h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 10/910:20 amKIX - SFO
1 stop26h 30mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 7/31$712
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1211:35 amSFO - KIX
1 stop36h 50mAir Canada
Tue 10/216:05 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop13h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$716
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 11/167:25 amSFO - KIX
1 stop18h 20mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/198:45 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop26h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$731
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/145:20 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/81:35 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$735
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 11/1911:40 amSFO - UKB
1 stop36h 50mKorean Air
Fri 12/511:00 amUKB - SFO
1 stop15h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 7/29$756
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/712:50 pmSFO - KIX
1 stop36h 05mKorean Air
Wed 10/226:10 pmKIX - SFO
1 stop32h 30mKorean Air
Deal found 7/30$761
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/37:30 amSFO - ITM
2 stops18h 25mAir Canada
Tue 11/112:05 pmITM - SFO
2 stops23h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 7/28$833
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/135:20 pmSFO - UKB
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/281:00 pmUKB - SFO
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$845
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/315:20 pmSFO - ITM
1 stop22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/78:10 amITM - SFO
2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$852
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 10/811:55 amSFO - ITM
1 stop16h 00mJapan Airlines
Wed 10/228:30 amITM - SFO
1 stop17h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 7/29$911

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Kyoto that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Kyoto

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

12:00 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops32h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 9/6

9:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop15h 35m

$691

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

11:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 10/20

5:00 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$693

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

11:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 10/9

10:20 am-8:50 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$712

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

11:35 am-4:25 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 10/21

6:05 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop13h 23m

$716

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

5:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 9/8

1:35 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$735

San FranciscoKobe

SFO - UKB

SFOUKB

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

12:50 pm-10:10 am

1 stop29h 20m

Kobe

Wed 10/22

11:10 am-10:40 am

1 stop15h 30m

$757

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

12:50 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop36h 05m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 10/22

6:10 pm-10:40 am

1 stop32h 30m

$761

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - KIX

SFOKIX

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

1:05 am-3:15 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 9/2

9:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop18h 20m

$788

San FranciscoKobe

SFO - UKB

SFOUKB

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

5:20 pm-8:35 am

1 stop23h 15m

Kobe

Sun 9/28

1:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$845

San FranciscoOsaka

SFO - ITM

SFOITM

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

5:20 pm-7:25 am

1 stop22h 05m

Osaka Itami

Sun 9/7

8:10 am-1:00 pm

2 stops44h 50m

$852

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/31

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Kyoto

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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 July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Kyoto is 8 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kyoto (average of $877). Flying from San Francisco to Kyoto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,312). 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 July 31, 2025.

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

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 July 31, 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).

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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with STARLUX Airlines, EVA Air, and Korean Air 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.
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
199 reviews

Food

8.8

Entertainment

8.9

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
199 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
199 reviews

Food

8.8

Entertainment

8.9

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,220 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
199 reviews

Food

8.8

Entertainment

8.9

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,121 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
199 reviews

Food

8.8

Entertainment

8.9

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
ANA
8.4
Very good
922 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
199 reviews

Food

8.8

Entertainment

8.9

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,536 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.0
Wonderful
199 reviews

Food

8.8

Entertainment

8.9

Boarding

9.0

Overall

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

8.9

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

ltulagan,Jun 2025

TPE - SEA

The whole trip was very pleasant from the crew, the food, the amenities during the flight.

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 14 different airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $424. Vietnam Airlines flights start at $436 while deals on ANA start at $482 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 $3,235, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $457. The most popular route (San Francisco - Osaka Kansai Intl), is priced around $651.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Kyoto (average of $877). Flying from San Francisco to Kyoto in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,312). 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ANACheapest$147Average$1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$616Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
China EasternCheapest$654Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$658Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$687Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$749Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air CanadaCheapest$761Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Korean AirCheapest$766Average$863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$773Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$805Average$897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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