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$413+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 7/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — KIX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Diego to Kyoto are usually found in December or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$832
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$413
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$951
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Kyoto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Kyoto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 11/27:00 amSAN - KIX
1 stop18h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/128:45 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop16h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$676
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 9/19:15 amSAN - KIX
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/308:45 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$682
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 9/29:15 amSAN - KIX
1 stop17h 30mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/308:45 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop16h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$794
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/77:15 amSAN - KIX
1 stop15h 35mANA
Sat 10/184:50 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop17h 03mANA
Deal found 2/20$819
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/211:40 amSAN - ITM
1 stop27h 00mJapan Airlines
Wed 11/128:25 amITM - SAN
2 stops18h 20mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$820
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/277:15 amSAN - UKB
2 stops22h 30mANA
Sun 9/149:15 pmUKB - SAN
2 stops42h 29mANA
Deal found 2/20$822
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/77:15 amSAN - ITM
2 stops19h 40mANA
Sat 10/1812:00 pmITM - SAN
2 stops21h 53mANA
Deal found 2/20$828
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/47:15 amSAN - KIX
1 stop15h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/304:50 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop14h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$831
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:36 amSAN - KIX
2 stops20h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/305:55 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops21h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$833
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Tue 10/147:05 amSAN - KIX
2 stops23h 15mJapan Airlines
Fri 10/247:40 amKIX - SAN
1 stop19h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$847
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/277:15 amSAN - ITM
2 stops17h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/1412:00 pmITM - SAN
2 stops37h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$852
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/206:15 pmSAN - UKB
2 stops23h 45mKorean Air
Wed 5/1411:00 amUKB - SAN
2 stops19h 52mKorean Air
Deal found 2/19$959

Find flights from San Diego to Kyoto within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

San Diego

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Kyoto

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Sun 4/20

7:45 am-2:50 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 5/14

4:50 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop17h 43m

$821

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Sun 4/20

6:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Osaka Itami

Wed 5/14

8:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops19h 39m

$829

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Thu 4/24

7:45 am-2:50 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 5/5

4:50 pm-2:54 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$834

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Sat 5/10

5:58 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops31h 07m

Osaka Itami

Fri 5/16

12:00 pm-5:51 pm

2 stops21h 51m

$856

San DiegoKobe

SAN - UKB

SANUKB

San Diego

Sun 4/27

7:45 am-9:45 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Kobe

Tue 5/6

9:15 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops18h 44m

$859

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Thu 4/24

1:05 pm-8:35 am

1 stop27h 30m

Osaka Itami

Thu 5/8

12:30 pm-11:10 am

1 stop14h 40m

$884

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Tue 7/15

7:54 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops30h 51m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 7/25

5:55 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops19h 40m

$889

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Tue 5/13

6:27 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 18m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 5/28

8:45 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$951

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Wed 3/19

8:49 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops33h 31m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 3/26

7:30 am-7:11 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$955

San DiegoKobe

SAN - UKB

SANUKB

San Diego

Sun 4/20

6:15 pm-10:00 am

2 stops23h 45m

Kobe

Wed 5/14

11:00 am-2:52 pm

2 stops19h 52m

$959

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Kyoto

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Kyoto. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Kyoto is 49 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 Diego to Kyoto?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto (average of $912). Flying from San Diego to Kyoto in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,366). 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 SAN to KY9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Kyoto by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kyoto ranges from 1.6 - 7.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Kyoto when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Kyoto by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kyoto, 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 84.2 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 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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with STARLUX Airlines, ANA and Korean Air from San Diego to Kyoto have to say. 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.
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

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

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

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
842 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

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
1,037 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

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
1,440 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

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.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews
STARLUX Airlines
9.1
Wonderful
140 reviews

Entertainment

9.1

Boarding

9.1

Overall

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Food

9.0

Crew

9.3

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 Diego 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 Diego to Kyoto?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kyoto from San Diego; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Kyoto per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the San Diego airport to Kyoto. It is only a 2.6 mi journey to San Diego (SAN) from San Diego’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Japan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $413. However, be on the lookout for offers from ANA and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Kyoto for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Kyoto?

    While some choose either San Diego - Osaka Itami or San Diego - Kobe, San Diego - Osaka Kansai Intl is the most popular route from San Diego to Kyoto.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Kyoto that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Kyoto?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Kyoto?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 Diego to Kyoto?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Kyoto (average of $912). Flying from San Diego to Kyoto in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,366). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Kyoto

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Japan AirlinesCheapest$766Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$801Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$830Average$1,338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$841Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$872Average$1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$959Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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