Cheap flights from Tokyo to San Francisco

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Tokyo to San Francisco and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $566
ZIPAIR Tokyo Nonstop 10 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Wed, Dec 3
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is currently $566
Cheapest one-way flight $283
ZIPAIR Tokyo Nonstop 10 hr Wed, Nov 5
The cheapest one-way flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is currently $283
Last-minute weekend getaway $566
ZIPAIR Tokyo Nonstop 10 hr Thu, Oct 16 — Sun, Oct 19
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Tokyo to San Francisco is currently $566
Cheapest business class flights $2,462
Philippine Airlines 1 stop 22 hr Thu, Nov 6 — Wed, Nov 19
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is currently $2,462
Fastest flight 9 hr 5 min The fastest nonstop flight from Tokyo to San Francisco takes 9 hr 5 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically April.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $550–740
April
Most expensive
Typical prices: $880–1,100

Popular airlines from Tokyo to San Francisco

  • United
    Nonstop
    from $1,276
    Typical price: $1,450–1,850
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    HND, NRT - SFO Every day
    60 weekly connecting flights
    HND, NRT - SFO Every day
  • JAL
    Nonstop
    from $1,094
    Typical price: $1,600–2,050
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    HND, NRT - SFO Every day
  • ANA
    Nonstop
    from $1,524
    Typical price: $1,550–2,100
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    HND, NRT - SFO Every day
  • ZIPAIR Tokyo
    Nonstop
    from $566
    Typical price: $630–1,450
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    NRT - SFO Every day
  • Delta
    from $1,475
    Typical price: $1,450–2,200
    29 weekly connecting flights
    HND - SFO Every day
  • Cathay Pacific
    from $970
    Typical price: $1,000–1,500
    29 weekly connecting flights
    HND, NRT - SFO Every day

Popular airports near Tokyo

  • Haneda Airport (HND)
    Tokyo Japan 35 min 11 mi
  • Narita International Airport (NRT)
    Tokyo Japan 1 hr 12 min 42 mi
  • Mt. Fuji Shizuoka Airport (FSZ)
    Shizuoka Japan 2 hr 43 min 102 mi
  • Ibaraki Airport (IBR)
    Ibaraki Japan 1 hr 39 min 55 mi

Popular airports near San Francisco

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    San Francisco United States 18 min 11 mi
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK)
    Oakland United States 26 min 11 mi
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
    San Jose United States 51 min 39 mi
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
    Sacramento United States 1 hr 33 min 78 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Tokyo to San Francisco

When are the cheapest days to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco?
The cheapest flights from Tokyo to San Francisco are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $550 to $740.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tokyo to San Francisco recently found on Google Flights was with ZIPAIR Tokyo from $566. The cheapest one-way flight was with ZIPAIR Tokyo from $283.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest United flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $1,276, flying from Nov 20 to Dec 3.
  • The cheapest JAL flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $1,094, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 21.
  • The cheapest ANA flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $1,524, flying from Dec 18 to Dec 31.
  • The cheapest ZIPAIR Tokyo flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $566, flying from Nov 20 to Dec 3.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $1,475, flying from Dec 18 to Dec 31.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $970, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 26.
What are the cheapest flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tokyo to San Francisco starts at $566 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Dec 3. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $283 and departs on Wed, Nov 5.
How long does it take to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco?
9 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Tokyo to San Francisco.
When should you fly to San Francisco, United States?
Apr–Dec is when most people visit San Francisco, with crowds peaking in summer. Although average temperatures are higher then, mornings and evenings often have damp, chilly fog. In summer, street fairs and cultural institutions offer free outdoor entertainment. Winter visitors will find the opera and ballet seasons in full swing. Major annual events include Chinese New Year (Feb), Bay to Breakers footrace (May), San Francisco Pride parade and festival (Jun), and San Francisco Fleet Week (Oct).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Tokyo to San Francisco really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco.

In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 14 nonstop flights and 60 connecting flights per week. United flies from Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .

Other popular airlines flying from Tokyo to San Francisco are:
  • JAL offers 14 nonstop flights per week. JAL flies from Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • ANA offers 14 nonstop flights per week. ANA flies from Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • ZIPAIR Tokyo offers 7 nonstop flights per week. ZIPAIR Tokyo flies from Narita International Airport (NRT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • Delta offers 29 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Haneda Airport (HND) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
  • Cathay Pacific offers 29 connecting flights per week. Cathay Pacific flies from Haneda Airport (HND) , Narita International Airport (NRT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Tokyo and San Francisco.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tokyo to San Francisco recently found on Google Flights was with ZIPAIR Tokyo from $566. The cheapest one-way flight was with ZIPAIR Tokyo from $283.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest United flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $1,276, flying from Nov 20 to Dec 3.
  • The cheapest JAL flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $1,094, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 21.
  • The cheapest ANA flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $1,524, flying from Dec 18 to Dec 31.
  • The cheapest ZIPAIR Tokyo flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $566, flying from Nov 20 to Dec 3.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $1,475, flying from Dec 18 to Dec 31.
  • The cheapest Cathay Pacific flight from Tokyo to San Francisco is $970, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 26.
Which airlines have direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?
JAL, ANA, United and ZIPAIR Tokyo fly direct from Tokyo to San Francisco.
  • There are 14 United direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 JAL direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 ANA direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 ZIPAIR Tokyo direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Tokyo to San Francisco?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Tokyo and San Francisco at price $566 is offered by ZIPAIR Tokyo from Thu, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 19.
Which airlines have direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?
JAL, ANA, United and ZIPAIR Tokyo fly direct from Tokyo to San Francisco.
  • There are 14 United direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 JAL direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 ANA direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 ZIPAIR Tokyo direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco available?
There are direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Tokyo and San Francisco start at $566 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Dec 3 with ZIPAIR Tokyo.
How can I find nonstop flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Tokyo to San Francisco, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Tokyo and San Francisco start at $2,462 from Thu, Nov 6 to Wed, Nov 19 with Philippine Airlines.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Tokyo to San Francisco?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Tokyo and San Francisco start at $566 from Thu, Nov 20 to Wed, Dec 3.
How can I book business class trips from Tokyo to San Francisco?
To book business class trips from Tokyo to San Francisco, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Tokyo to San Francisco next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Tokyo and San Francisco starts at $566 from Thu, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 19 with ZIPAIR Tokyo.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Tokyo to San Francisco?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Tokyo and San Francisco at price $566 is offered by ZIPAIR Tokyo from Thu, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 19.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Tokyo to San Francisco?
To find last-minute flight deals from Tokyo to San Francisco, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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