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$311+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Japan

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$656
(StudentUniverse)

One-way from

$311
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$830

Good round-trip deal

$809 or less

Good one-way deal

$430 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 26, 2025.

This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1412:35 amSFO - HND
1 stop27h 10mChina Southern
Mon 5/1210:45 amHND - SFO
1 stop25h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 2/26$656
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/1512:35 amSFO - NRT
1 stop20h 55mChina Southern
Mon 5/122:05 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop22h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 2/25$666
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 3/312:00 pmSFO - NRT
2 stops32h 25mChina Eastern
Fri 3/212:25 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops35h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/25$667
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 3/312:00 pmSFO - HND
2 stops34h 10mChina Eastern
Wed 3/124:40 pmHND - SFO
2 stops33h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/26$667
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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.
Sun 11/27:30 amSFO - HND
1 stop19h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 11/119:20 pmHND - SFO
1 stop25h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/26$673
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Tue 3/43:40 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/174:00 pmNRT - SFO
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$675
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 9/158:15 amSFO - HND
1 stop19h 10mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/249:20 pmHND - SFO
1 stop24h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/25$683
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Tue 3/43:40 pmSFO - NRT
Nonstop11h 15mZIPAIR
Thu 3/69:25 pmNRT - SFO
Nonstop9h 15mZIPAIR
Deal found 2/25$696
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Sat 8/308:59 pmSFO - HND
1 stop25h 01mDelta
Wed 9/176:25 pmHND - SFO
1 stop15h 22mDelta
Deal found 2/25$712
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Fri 9/58:15 amSFO - FUK
1 stop18h 25mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/248:40 pmFUK - SFO
1 stop24h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/25$720
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Wed 10/111:55 pmSFO - NRT
1 stop28h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 10/142:25 pmNRT - SFO
1 stop22h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 2/25$733
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Mon 4/1411:30 pmSFO - FUK
1 stop28h 10mAsiana Airlines
Fri 5/98:40 pmFUK - SFO
1 stop34h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 2/25$733

Find flights from San Francisco to Japan within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 February 26, 2025.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Japan

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

12:35 am-7:45 pm

1 stop27h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 5/12

10:45 am-8:30 pm

1 stop25h 45m

$656

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

12:35 am-1:30 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 5/12

2:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$666

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

12:00 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops36h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 5/11

5:35 pm-9:30 am

2 stops31h 55m

$667

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

8:15 am-7:25 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 9/3

9:20 pm-5:25 am

1 stop24h 05m

$678

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

8:15 am-5:10 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 9/3

9:20 pm-5:25 am

1 stop24h 05m

$683

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Thu 3/13

1:00 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 3/21

3:25 pm-10:00 am

1 stop34h 35m

$699

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

6:10 am-2:15 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 5/8

4:05 pm-4:01 pm

1 stop15h 56m

$714

San FranciscoFukuoka

SFO - FUK

SFOFUK

San Francisco

Mon 4/14

11:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Fukuoka

Wed 5/14

11:30 am-3:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$733

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - NRT

SFONRT

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

11:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 9/7

9:30 am-8:50 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$741

San FranciscoTokyo

SFO - HND

SFOHND

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

11:55 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 9/7

3:05 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$741

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Japan

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Japan (average of $864). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 February 26, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Japan, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 February 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with STARLUX Airlines, EVA Air and ANA from San Francisco to Japan to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Crew

9.3

Food

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

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.

STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Crew

9.3

Food

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

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.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,195 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Crew

9.3

Food

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

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.

ANA
8.4
Very good
834 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Crew

9.3

Food

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

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.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,034 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Crew

9.3

Food

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

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.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,438 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Crew

9.3

Food

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

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

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

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Francisco to Japan.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Japan are ZIPAIR ($311), China Southern ($361), and Vietnam Airlines ($417).

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Tokyo Narita or San Francisco - Osaka Kansai Intl, San Francisco - Tokyo Haneda is the most popular route from San Francisco to Japan.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Japan (average of $864). Flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Japan

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 February 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$139Average$1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ZIPAIRCheapest$551Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$616Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
China EasternCheapest$654Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China AirlinesCheapest$657Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$666Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$674Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$717Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$736Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Philippine AirlinesCheapest$740Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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