What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Japan?

ZIPAIR and WestJet are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Japan

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Japan on average per day?

19 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Japan as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 54% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Japan?

ANA, Japan Airlines and ZIPAIR are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Japan from San Francisco according to our data. ANA is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Japan. Keep in mind that there are 19 different airlines that fly to Japan on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Japan on average per week?

As of October 2025, 139 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Japan each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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?

As of October 2025, there are 19 operators available to choose from 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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Asiana Airlines flights from San Francisco to Japan

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Oct 29

SFO11:50 pmSan Francisco

18h 50m

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Nov 24

SFO3:30 pmSan Francisco

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SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Japan

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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 $792. 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 $813.

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 Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as $904. 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 $1,082. 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 $868 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 $1,057 per ticket.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Japan flight route?

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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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Japan for around $922 when searching 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 $720 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.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Japan flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Japan.

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Best Price Found	$285
Fastest flight time	11h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Japan	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Japan from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $285. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Japan found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $734.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Japan takes 11h 15m

Direct flights go from San Francisco to Japan every day.

There are 2 airports near Japan: Tokyo Narita (NRT), Tokyo Haneda (HND)

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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?
As of October 2025, there are 19 operators available to choose from 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.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Japan?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Francisco to Japan is Boeing 777-300ER, representing 36.86% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777 at 33.62%, Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 16.67%, and Boeing 777-300 at 9.85%.

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Japan

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Delta	PriceFrom $117	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,962 reviews	Search Delta flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $378	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,762 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $487	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,373 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
ZIPAIR	PriceFrom $564	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 51 reviews	Search ZIPAIR flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $567	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 485 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $617	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Philippine Airlines	PriceFrom $644	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 917 reviews	Search Philippine Airlines flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $650	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,574 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $654	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 168 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $674	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,933 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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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?

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Japan

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Japan?

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

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

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?

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.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Japan flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Japan.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Japan?

ZIPAIR and WestJet are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Japan

What airlines fly to Japan?

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Japan on average per day?

19 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Japan as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 54% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Japan on average per week?

As of October 2025, 139 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Japan each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Japan?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Japan

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Japan with momondo

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Japan?

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

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

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Japan right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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