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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Japan from $279

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4:45 pm - 8:00 pmSFO-NRT
11h 15mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 2:45 pmNRT-SFO
9h 15mnonstop
$578ZIPAIR
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Thu, May 8 - Fri, May 23
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4:45 pm - 8:00 pmSFO-NRT
11h 15mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 2:45 pmNRT-SFO
9h 15mnonstop
$579ZIPAIR
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Wed, May 7 - Fri, May 23
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11:30 pm - 10:15 amSFO-FUK
18h 45m1 stop
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3:00 pm - 3:30 pmFUK-SFO
16h 30m1 stop
$610Asiana Airlines
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Sun, May 4 - Wed, May 14
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11:30 pm - 11:50 amSFO-CTS
20h 20m1 stop
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1:00 pm - 3:30 pmCTS-SFO
18h 30m1 stop
$611Asiana Airlines
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Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 28
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12:15 pm - 3:25 pmSFO-NRT
11h 10mnonstop
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5:10 pm - 10:35 amNRT-SFO
9h 25mnonstop
$737ANA
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Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 10
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11:55 am - 2:30 pmSFO-NRT
10h 35mnonstop
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5:00 pm - 9:15 amNRT-SFO
9h 15mnonstop
$738ANA
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Mon, Sep 1 - Fri, Nov 21
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12:15 pm - 3:25 pmSFO-NRT
11h 10mnonstop
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5:10 pm - 10:35 amNRT-SFO
9h 25mnonstop
$785United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 16
Japan Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 4:30 pmSFO-NRT
10h 55mnonstop
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6:10 pm - 11:20 amNRT-SFO
9h 10mnonstop
$809Japan Airlines
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Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 14
United Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 1:55 pmSFO-HND
11h 15mnonstop
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10:55 pm - 4:30 pmHND-SFO
9h 35mnonstop
$883United Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 16
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12:25 pm - 6:40 pmSFO-ITM
14h 15m1 stop
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12:30 pm - 9:45 amITM-SFO
13h 15m1 stop
$1,632Japan Airlines
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Wed, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 9

Asiana Airlines flights from San Francisco to Japan

Our best Asiana Airlines deals on San Francisco to Japan flight tickets
Asiana Airlines
May 4
SFO11:30 pmSan Francisco
18h 45m
1 stop
FUK10:15 amFukuoka
May 14
FUK3:00 pmFukuoka
16h 30m
1 stop
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco
Asiana Airlines
May 7
SFO11:30 pmSan Francisco
20h 20m
1 stop
CTS11:50 amSapporo Chitose
May 28
CTS1:00 pmSapporo Chitose
18h 30m
1 stop
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco
Asiana Airlines
Aug 21
SFO11:30 pmSan Francisco
26h 20m
1 stop
KIX5:50 pmOsaka Kansai Intl
Sep 19
KIX5:00 pmOsaka Kansai Intl
14h 30m
1 stop
SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco

China Airlines flights from San Francisco to Japan

Our best China Airlines deals on San Francisco to Japan flight tickets
China Airlines
Aug 18
SFO1:05 amSan Francisco
17h 40m
1 stop
OKA10:45 amOkinawa Naha
Aug 25
OKA8:55 pmOkinawa Naha
15h 35m
1 stop
SFO8:30 pmSan Francisco
China Airlines
Sep 21
SFO1:05 amSan Francisco
16h 50m
1 stop
FUK9:55 amFukuoka
Oct 1
FUK9:00 pmFukuoka
14h 55m
1 stop
SFO7:55 pmSan Francisco
China Airlines
Apr 29
SFO1:05 amSan Francisco
16h 50m
1 stop
FUK9:55 amFukuoka
May 6
FUK11:00 amFukuoka
24h 55m
1 stop
SFO7:55 pmSan Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Japan?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Japan from San Francisco, with most prices found around $796. If you aren’t able to travel to Japan during the month of September, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $833.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Japan?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Japan from San Francisco is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $945. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from San Francisco to Japan on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,111. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Japan?

Flying to Japan from San Francisco in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $807 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Japan, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,161 per ticket.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Japan flight route?

Fly from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita for the best San Francisco - Japan flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Japan?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Japan from San Francisco when booking 1 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Japan for around $952 when searching 1 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Japan from San Francisco for as low as $721 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Japan flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Japan flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found

$279

Fastest flight time

10h 30m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Japan

6 airports
The best one-way flight to Japan from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $279. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Japan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $578.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Japan takes 10h 30m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Japan every day.
There are 6 airports near Japan: Tokyo Narita (NRT), Sapporo Chitose (CTS), Okinawa Naha (OKA), Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX), Fukuoka (FUK), Tokyo Haneda (HND)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Japan?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Japan are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Japan?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Japan?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Japan.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Japan?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Japan can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Japan. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Japan

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DeltaPriceFrom $117Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,920 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $147Free CancellationRating
8.3
848 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $484Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,290 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $542Free CancellationRating
7.9
2,393 reviews
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ZIPAIRPriceFrom $562Free CancellationRating
7.5
48 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $654Free CancellationRating
7.2
144 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $657Free CancellationRating
8.3
727 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $674Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,683 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $694Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,911 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $717Free CancellationRating
8.2
443 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Japan?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Japan from San Francisco.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Japan with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from San Francisco to Japan with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Japan?

momondo helps you find the best flight between San Francisco and Japan by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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