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3:40 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NRT
11h 15mnonstop
9:25 pm - 2:40 pmNRT-SFO
9h 15mnonstop
$624ZIPAIR
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Sun, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 13
3:40 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NRT
11h 15mnonstop
9:25 pm - 2:40 pmNRT-SFO
9h 15mnonstop
$625ZIPAIR
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Fri, Mar 7 - Thu, Mar 13
3:40 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NRT
11h 15mnonstop
9:25 pm - 2:40 pmNRT-SFO
9h 15mnonstop
$626ZIPAIR
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Sun, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 10
11:30 pm - 5:55 pmSFO-NRT
25h 25m1 stop
7:25 pm - 2:00 pmNRT-SFO
35h 35m1 stop
$771Asiana Airlines
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Sun, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 22
12:10 pm - 2:55 pmSFO-NRT
33h 45m1 stop
9:00 am - 2:00 pmNRT-SFO
22h 00m1 stop
$784Asiana Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 18
6:45 am - 5:30 pmSFO-HND
17h 45m1 stop
4:25 pm - 3:37 pmHND-SFO
16h 12m1 stop
$788Japan Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Thu, Feb 6
12:55 pm - 5:20 pmSFO-HND
11h 25mnonstop
4:25 pm - 3:37 pmHND-SFO
16h 12m1 stop
$814Japan Airlines
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Wed, Jan 1 - Fri, Jan 31
4:18 pm - 5:05 amSFO-HND
19h 47m2 stops
1:05 pm - 10:48 amHND-SFO
14h 43m1 stop
$847American Airlines
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Sun, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 28
6:00 am - 6:25 pmSFO-HND
19h 25m1 stop
6:00 pm - 6:04 pmHND-SFO
17h 04m1 stop
$856American Airlines
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Sun, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 28
12:20 am - 4:50 amSFO-HND
11h 30mnonstop
10:55 pm - 4:20 pmHND-SFO
9h 25mnonstop
$919ANA
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Sun, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 12
3:40 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NRT
11h 15mnonstop
$280ZIPAIR
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Thu, Mar 6
3:40 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NRT
11h 15mnonstop
$283ZIPAIR
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Thu, Mar 6
7:00 am - 4:00 pmSFO-NRT
16h 00m1 stop
$456Air Canada
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7:00 am - 4:00 pmSFO-NRT
16h 00m1 stop
$457Air Canada
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Mon, Feb 3
12:10 pm - 9:00 pmSFO-NRT
15h 50m1 stop
$471Asiana Airlines
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Fri, Jan 31
12:10 pm - 11:25 pmSFO-HND
18h 15m1 stop
$471Asiana Airlines
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Fri, Jan 31
12:40 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-NRT
11h 20mnonstop
$507Japan Airlines
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1:55 pm - 5:20 pmSFO-HND
11h 25mnonstop
$507Japan Airlines
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Mon, Mar 17
11:00 am - 3:20 pmSFO-NRT
11h 20mnonstop
$511ANA
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Tue, Jan 21
1:20 am - 4:40 amSFO-HND
11h 20mnonstop
$516ANA
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Sun, Mar 9
9:55 am - 3:45 pmSFO-NRT
36h 50m2 stops
9:25 pm - 1:30 pmNRT-SFO
9h 05mnonstop
$1,068
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Sat, Dec 14 - Sun, Dec 22
9:55 am - 3:45 pmSFO-NRT
36h 50m2 stops
9:25 pm - 1:30 pmNRT-SFO
9h 05mnonstop
$1,073
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Sat, Dec 14 - Tue, Dec 24
10:30 am - 5:55 pmSFO-NRT
38h 25m1 stop
4:45 pm - 9:10 amNRT-SFO
9h 25mnonstop
$1,282United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 17 - Tue, Dec 31
10:30 am - 5:55 pmSFO-NRT
38h 25m1 stop
5:30 pm - 7:40 pmNRT-SFO
19h 10m1 stop
$1,292United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 25
4:35 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-NRT
30h 25m1 stop
6:00 pm - 2:06 pmNRT-SFO
13h 06m1 stop
$1,306Air Canada
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Mon, Dec 16 - Mon, Dec 23
2:55 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-NRT
32h 05m1 stop
6:00 pm - 1:24 pmNRT-SFO
36h 24m2 stops
$1,429Air Canada
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Mon, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 24
12:10 pm - 11:25 pmSFO-HND
18h 15m1 stop
1:30 am - 3:00 pmHND-SFO
29h 30m1 stop
$1,489Asiana Airlines
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Fri, Dec 13 - Wed, Mar 26
3:30 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NRT
11h 25mnonstop
9:25 pm - 1:30 pmNRT-SFO
9h 05mnonstop
$1,509ZIPAIR
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Mon, Dec 16 - Fri, Dec 20
3:30 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NRT
11h 25mnonstop
9:25 pm - 1:30 pmNRT-SFO
9h 05mnonstop
$1,510ZIPAIR
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Mon, Dec 16 - Tue, Dec 24
12:10 pm - 11:25 pmSFO-HND
18h 15m1 stop
8:40 am - 10:30 amHND-SFO
18h 50m1 stop
$1,614Asiana Airlines
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Fri, Dec 13 - Fri, Dec 20
3:40 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NRT
11h 15mnonstop
9:25 pm - 2:40 pmNRT-SFO
9h 15mnonstop
$624ZIPAIR
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Sun, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 13
3:40 pm - 7:55 pmSFO-NRT
11h 15mnonstop
9:25 pm - 2:40 pmNRT-SFO
9h 15mnonstop
$625ZIPAIR
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Fri, Mar 7 - Thu, Mar 13
11:40 am - 4:00 pmSFO-NRT
11h 20mnonstop
5:40 pm - 9:50 amNRT-SFO
9h 10mnonstop
$776Japan Airlines
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Mon, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 21
11:40 am - 4:00 pmSFO-NRT
11h 20mnonstop
5:40 pm - 9:50 amNRT-SFO
9h 10mnonstop
$777Japan Airlines
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Mon, Feb 17 - Wed, Mar 5
12:20 am - 4:50 amSFO-HND
11h 30mnonstop
10:55 pm - 3:20 pmHND-SFO
9h 25mnonstop
$842ANA
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Sun, Feb 23 - Thu, Mar 6
12:20 am - 4:50 amSFO-HND
11h 30mnonstop
10:55 pm - 3:20 pmHND-SFO
9h 25mnonstop
$871ANA
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Tue, Jan 21 - Thu, Feb 6
1:55 pm - 5:20 pmSFO-HND
11h 25mnonstop
5:30 pm - 10:50 amHND-SFO
9h 20mnonstop
$941American Airlines
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Mon, Mar 10 - Fri, Mar 28
10:15 am - 2:50 pmSFO-HND
11h 35mnonstop
4:25 pm - 9:10 amHND-SFO
9h 45mnonstop
$943United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Tue, Mar 4
10:15 am - 2:50 pmSFO-HND
11h 35mnonstop
4:25 pm - 9:10 amHND-SFO
9h 45mnonstop
$968United Airlines
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Sun, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 23
12:55 pm - 5:20 pmSFO-HND
11h 25mnonstop
5:30 pm - 9:50 amHND-SFO
9h 20mnonstop
$1,042American Airlines
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ZIPAIR flights from San Francisco to Tokyo

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ZIPAIR
Mar 2
SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco
11h 15m
NRT7:55 pmTokyo Narita
Mar 13
NRT9:25 pmTokyo Narita
9h 15m
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
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Mar 7
SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco
11h 15m
NRT7:55 pmTokyo Narita
Mar 13
NRT9:25 pmTokyo Narita
9h 15m
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
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Mar 2
SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco
11h 15m
NRT7:55 pmTokyo Narita
Mar 10
NRT9:25 pmTokyo Narita
9h 15m
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco

Cathay Pacific flights from San Francisco to Tokyo

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Cathay Pacific
Feb 24
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
21h 10m
1 stop
HND1:45 pmTokyo Haneda
Mar 6
HND10:10 amTokyo Haneda
23h 10m
1 stop
SFO4:20 pmSan Francisco
Cathay Pacific
Feb 17
SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco
28h 40m
1 stop
HND9:15 pmTokyo Haneda
Feb 24
HND4:00 pmTokyo Haneda
22h 15m
1 stop
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco
Cathay Pacific
Feb 3
SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco
22h 15m
1 stop
NRT2:10 pmTokyo Narita
Feb 9
NRT9:30 pmTokyo Narita
40h 45m
1 stop
SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Tokyo?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Tokyo?

The cheapest month to fly to Tokyo from San Francisco is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $760, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Tokyo in September, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to Tokyo during August average around $801.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Tokyo is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $939. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from San Francisco to Tokyo on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,090. 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 Tokyo?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Tokyo when you can find flight prices for as low as $800. Flying to Tokyo in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Tokyo is in the morning when prices are around $1,138.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Tokyo flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Tokyo?

The best time to book a flight to Tokyo from San Francisco is 7 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $981. Keep in mind that you might be able to find cheaper flights to Tokyo at any time. In fact, our users found flights for as low as $664 in the past 72 hours.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Tokyo flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Tokyo 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 Tokyo flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Tokyo flight.

How have San Francisco to Tokyo flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for San Francisco to Tokyo flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$280

Fastest flight time

11h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Tokyo

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Tokyo from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $280. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Tokyo found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $624.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Tokyo takes 11h 10m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Tokyo every day.
There are 2 airports near Tokyo: Tokyo Narita (NRT), Tokyo Haneda (HND)

  • How far is San Francisco to Tokyo by plane?

    There are 5132.1 mi between San Francisco and Tokyo. Flights usually cover this in 11h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Tokyo?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Tokyo are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Tokyo.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tokyo?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Tokyo may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tokyo. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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DeltaPriceFrom $88Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,644 reviews
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8.0
9,531 reviews
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ZIPAIRPriceFrom $551Free CancellationRating
7.4
45 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $646Free CancellationRating
7.0
125 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $661Free CancellationRating
7.9
2,290 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $674Free CancellationRating
7.4
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Philippine AirlinesPriceFrom $721Free CancellationRating
7.2
954 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $756Free CancellationRating
8.3
478 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $782Free CancellationRating
7.6
848 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $830Free CancellationRating
7.0
8,338 reviews
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  • ANA Flights From San Francisco to Tokyo

    ANA flight deals from San Francisco to Tokyo start from $888 round-trip. Over the 27 ANA flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $1,173 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Japan Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Tokyo

    The best Japan Airlines deal for San Francisco to Tokyo flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $873, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Japan Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $1,128 round-trip. Japan Airlines operates 14 flights out of San Francisco into Tokyo in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 1,443 Japan Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 8.3/10.


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It is quick and easy to find San Francisco to Tokyo flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Tokyo that suits you.

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

Yes. All flights to Tokyo from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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