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$315+ Cheap flights from California to Japan

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Cheap flight deals from California to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated March 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$614
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$339
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$967

Good round-trip deal

$665 or less

Good one-way deal

$362 or less
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From California to Japan
One-way flight from California to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($127 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Japan.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Japan.

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Cheapest flights from California to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/202:20 pmLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 30mSingapore Airlines
Wed 10/296:15 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/3$607
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Mon 4/284:50 pmLAX - HND
Nonstop12h 10mANA
Tue 5/136:25 pmHND - LAX
Nonstop10h 00mANA
Deal found 3/2$614
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Mon 4/2812:35 pmLAX - NRT
Nonstop11h 55mANA
Tue 5/135:00 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop9h 50mANA
Deal found 3/2$615
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/173:00 pmLAX - KIX
Nonstop11h 45mJapan Airlines
Sun 9/215:55 pmKIX - LAX
Nonstop10h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/3$657
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/138:40 pmLAX - NRT
1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/245:20 pmNRT - LAX
Nonstop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$666
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Sat 5/1012:00 pmSFO - NRT
2 stops33h 50mChina Eastern
Sun 5/182:55 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops34h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/2$667
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 5/2612:00 pmSFO - HND
2 stops36h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 6/185:35 pmHND - SFO
2 stops31h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/3$667
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 5/1212:30 pmLAX - HND
2 stops35h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 5/235:35 pmHND - LAX
2 stops32h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/3$667
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/2312:30 pmLAX - NRT
2 stops33h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 5/143:00 pmNRT - LAX
2 stops35h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/3$667
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Sat 5/1012:30 pmLAX - KIX
2 stops34h 15mChina Eastern
Sat 5/247:00 pmKIX - LAX
2 stops31h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/3$667
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/28:30 amLAX - HND
1 stop18h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/309:20 pmHND - LAX
1 stop17h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/3$670
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 8/258:30 amLAX - HND
1 stop18h 55mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/259:20 pmHND - LAX
1 stop17h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/3$672

Find flights from California to Japan within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Japan 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 March 3, 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Japan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - HND

LAXHND

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

4:50 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 5/13

6:25 pm-12:25 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

$614

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

12:35 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop11h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 5/13

5:00 pm-10:50 am

Nonstop9h 50m

$615

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Wed 8/13

2:20 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop11h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 9/3

6:40 pm-12:50 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

$617

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

12:00 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 5/18

2:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops34h 35m

$667

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Mon 5/26

12:00 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops36h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 6/18

5:35 pm-9:30 am

2 stops31h 55m

$667

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - HND

LAXHND

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

12:30 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops35h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 5/23

5:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops32h 30m

$667

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

3:00 pm-9:05 am

1 stop26h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 9/21

7:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$676

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

12:35 am-1:30 pm

2 stops44h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 5/12

2:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$683

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - NRT

LAXNRT

Los Angeles

Sun 4/27

12:30 am-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 5/13

6:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$683

Los AngelesTokyo

LAX - HND

LAXHND

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

12:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop32h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 5/5

1:55 am-8:45 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$684

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Travel insights for flights from California to Japan

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Japan including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Japan (average of $864). Flying from California to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,687). 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 CA to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 2.0 - 8.3 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. 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 Japan. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with STARLUX Airlines, EVA Air and Korean Air from California to Japan by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 5

10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jan 2025

LAX - TPE

Crew were attentive from start to finish. Each meal was amazing. IFE screen was huge and had quite a bit of western movies, however the tv shows were lacking.

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 5

10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jan 2025

LAX - TPE

Crew were attentive from start to finish. Each meal was amazing. IFE screen was huge and had quite a bit of western movies, however the tv shows were lacking.

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 5

10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jan 2025

LAX - TPE

Crew were attentive from start to finish. Each meal was amazing. IFE screen was huge and had quite a bit of western movies, however the tv shows were lacking.

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 5

10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jan 2025

LAX - TPE

Crew were attentive from start to finish. Each meal was amazing. IFE screen was huge and had quite a bit of western movies, however the tv shows were lacking.

8.4
Very good

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 5

10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jan 2025

LAX - TPE

Crew were attentive from start to finish. Each meal was amazing. IFE screen was huge and had quite a bit of western movies, however the tv shows were lacking.

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.1

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Reviews

1 / 5

10.0
Excellent

Andrew,Jan 2025

LAX - TPE

Crew were attentive from start to finish. Each meal was amazing. IFE screen was huge and had quite a bit of western movies, however the tv shows were lacking.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Japan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $339. However, be on the lookout for offers from ANA and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Japan for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Japan?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Japan 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 California to Japan?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Japan (average of $864). Flying from California to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,687). 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 California to Japan

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Japan. 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 March 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$139Average$1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$348Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
ZIPAIRCheapest$395Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$404Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$544Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$618Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air ChinaCheapest$622Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$626Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China EasternCheapest$640Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Cathay PacificCheapest$651Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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