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$397+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Osaka (OSA)

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SAN — OSA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from San Diego to Osaka are usually found in December or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Osaka

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Osaka (OSA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$751
(Bravofly)

One-way from

$397
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$994
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Osaka (OSA) flight deals.
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From San Diego to Osaka (OSA)
One-way flight from San Diego to Osaka (OSA)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($113 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Osaka
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Osaka. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/3111:45 amSAN - ITM
2 stops30h 55mJapan Airlines
Fri 2/1412:30 pmITM - SAN
1 stop14h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$751
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/3111:45 amSAN - KIX
1 stop27h 50mJapan Airlines
Fri 2/147:30 amKIX - SAN
1 stop19h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/20$767
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/246:15 amSAN - KIX
1 stop16h 35mANA
Tue 5/64:50 pmKIX - SAN
1 stop17h 43mANA
Deal found 1/20$773
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/87:35 amSAN - ITM
2 stops33h 35mANA
Sun 2/168:20 pmITM - SAN
2 stops40h 33mANA
Deal found 1/19$777
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 4/248:24 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops26h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/84:50 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops23h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$782
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 4/147:45 amSAN - UKB
2 stops32h 05mANA
Wed 4/309:15 pmUKB - SAN
2 stops33h 39mANA
Deal found 1/20$787
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/116:37 amSAN - KIX
2 stops20h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/255:45 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops19h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$792
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/1911:45 amSAN - ITM
1 stop15h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/263:25 pmITM - SAN
2 stops19h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$794
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/147:35 pmSAN - ITM
2 stops29h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/3012:00 pmITM - SAN
2 stops21h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$846
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/199:17 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops28h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/265:50 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops23h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$852
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/165:45 pmSAN - KIX
2 stops24h 00mKorean Air
Fri 2/2811:55 amKIX - SAN
2 stops19h 29mKorean Air
Deal found 1/20$1,005
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/196:25 amSAN - KIX
2 stops37h 45mChina Eastern
Mon 6/27:00 pmKIX - SAN
2 stops38h 56mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/20$1,028

Find flights from San Diego to Osaka within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Osaka 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 January 21, 2025.

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San DiegoOsaka

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Fri 1/31

11:45 am-11:40 am

2 stops30h 55m

Osaka Itami

Fri 2/14

12:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop14h 15m

$751

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Fri 1/31

11:45 am-8:35 am

1 stop27h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 2/14

7:30 am-9:45 am

1 stop19h 15m

$767

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Thu 4/24

6:15 am-2:50 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 5/6

4:50 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop17h 43m

$773

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Sat 2/8

7:35 am-10:10 am

2 stops33h 35m

Osaka Itami

Sun 2/16

8:20 pm-7:53 pm

2 stops40h 33m

$777

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Thu 4/24

8:24 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops26h 26m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 5/8

4:50 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops23h 09m

$782

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Sun 5/11

6:37 am-6:55 pm

2 stops20h 18m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 5/25

5:45 pm-9:31 pm

2 stops19h 46m

$792

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Wed 2/19

11:45 am-7:55 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Osaka Itami

Wed 2/26

3:25 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$794

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - ITM

SANITM

San Diego

Mon 3/3

6:15 am-6:10 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Osaka Itami

Mon 3/10

1:00 pm-10:04 am

2 stops37h 04m

$845

San DiegoOsaka

SAN - KIX

SANKIX

San Diego

Wed 2/19

9:17 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops28h 33m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 2/26

5:50 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops23h 09m

$852

San DiegoKobe

SAN - UKB

SANUKB

San Diego

Wed 5/7

2:30 pm-7:50 am

2 stops25h 20m

Kobe

Wed 5/21

7:05 am-6:33 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$853

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Osaka in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Osaka flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Osaka flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Osaka flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Osaka flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Osaka flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Osaka

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Osaka. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Osaka 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 Osaka?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Osaka (average of $950). Flying from San Diego to Osaka 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 OSA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Osaka. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Osaka in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Osaka by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Osaka 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 Osaka when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Osaka by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Osaka, 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 Osaka

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Osaka. 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 Osaka. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Osaka, such as United Airlines, Air Canada and ANA. 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.
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.4
Very good
852 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.3
Very good
1,449 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.3
Very good
466 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
8.5
Very good
1,039 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.5

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Osaka. 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 Osaka?

    If you book a flight to Osaka from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Osaka per day from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Osaka round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Osaka round-trip from $751. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are ANA, from $777, and American Airlines, from $794. Japan Airlines is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $397 on ANA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $411 and Japan Airlines from $427 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Osaka (average of $950). Flying from San Diego to Osaka 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 Osaka

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Osaka. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$801Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Air CanadaCheapest$841Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$959Average$1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,016Average$1,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
ANACheapest$1,029Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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