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$291+ Cheap flights from Japan to San Francisco (SFO)

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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FUK — SFO
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Japan to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2025.

This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/229:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 05mZIPAIR
Wed 12/313:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/21$490
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 05mZIPAIR
Tue 11/113:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/22$501
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Tue 12/239:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 05mZIPAIR
Tue 12/303:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/22$505
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 11/229:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 05mZIPAIR
Sat 11/293:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/22$506
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 11/259:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 05mZIPAIR
Tue 12/23:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/21$508
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 10/239:30 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 15mZIPAIR
Sat 10/254:45 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/22$510
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 10/249:30 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 15mZIPAIR
Sun 10/264:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/22$511
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Fri 12/199:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 05mZIPAIR
Mon 1/53:40 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/22$519
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Thu 10/309:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 05mZIPAIR
Thu 11/273:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/23$521
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Fri 11/219:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 05mZIPAIR
Fri 11/283:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mZIPAIR
Deal found 10/22$523
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Mon 12/222:45 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/313:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$553
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/212:45 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/313:30 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$557

Cheap flight deals from Japan to San Francisco

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Japan to San Francisco flight deals. Data was last updated October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$485
(Jettzy)

One-way from

$291
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$901

Good round-trip deal

$579 or less

Good one-way deal

$292 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($237 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($82 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Japan to San Francisco 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 October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Japan to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Japan

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

FukuokaSan Francisco

FUK - SFO

FUKSFO

Fukuoka

Thu 11/20

10:25 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 11/27

3:30 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$621

SapporoSan Francisco

CTS - SFO

CTSSFO

Sapporo Chitose

Wed 12/17

9:40 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

3:40 pm-8:55 am

1 stop24h 15m

$623

OsakaSan Francisco

KIX - SFO

KIXSFO

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 11/3

7:25 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 11/11

6:00 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$773

NagoyaSan Francisco

NGO - SFO

NGOSFO

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Tue 11/25

8:20 am-8:47 pm

2 stops29h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

3:30 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$793

OsakaSan Francisco

KIX - SFO

KIXSFO

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 12/22

10:50 am-3:35 pm

2 stops21h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

11:35 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops46h 25m

$805

NagoyaSan Francisco

NGO - SFO

NGOSFO

Nagoya Chubu Centrair Intl

Tue 11/25

1:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop23h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

10:30 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$831

OsakaSan Francisco

KIX - SFO

KIXSFO

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 12/24

12:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop23h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

11:40 pm-11:35 am

1 stop18h 55m

$834

OsakaSan Francisco

KIX - SFO

KIXSFO

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 12/24

2:30 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop21h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

11:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$834

OsakaSan Francisco

KIX - SFO

KIXSFO

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 12/24

12:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop23h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

11:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$834

OsakaSan Francisco

KIX - SFO

KIXSFO

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 12/23

7:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

11:40 pm-11:35 am

1 stop18h 55m

$834

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Best time to book a flight from Japan to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to San Francisco (average of $418). Flying from Japan to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $826). 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 JP to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Japan to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Japan to San Francisco in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Japan to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated October 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown EVA Air, ANA, and Japan Airlines from Japan to San Francisco. 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.
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,258 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,258 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,258 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
ANA
8.4
Very good
990 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,258 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,589 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,258 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,995 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,258 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak
ZIPAIR
7.4
Good
51 reviews
EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,258 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BKK - TPE

I bought tickets for myself and my friend and had to argue with the checkin person to get our seats together for the return flights I purchased the tickets together weeks ahead of time and did not expect to have to ask for a supervisor to sit together very disappointed in booking through kayak

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Japan to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

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

    A quick flight from Japan to San Francisco can take about 13h 10m. Air Canada provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $773. Japan and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 5397 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for ZIPAIR. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $416. Users have also found prices from $440 and $460 on Alaska Airlines and Air Canada, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Japan to San Francisco is Tokyo Haneda - San Francisco. You may also consider Tokyo Narita - San Francisco or Osaka Kansai Intl - San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Japan to San Francisco (average of $418). Flying from Japan to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $826). 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 8 airlines flying from Japan to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Japan to San Francisco. 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ZIPAIRCheapest$560Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
STARLUX AirlinesCheapest$721Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$800Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
China AirlinesCheapest$807Average$1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$815Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
EVA AirCheapest$827Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,060Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,287Average$1,562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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