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Cheap Flight Deals from San Francisco to Tokyo (SFO-NRT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tokyo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Tokyo

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Tokyo.
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American Airlines Logo
SFO-NRT
11h 25mdirect
American Airlines Logo
NRT-SFO
9h 05mdirect
American Airlines
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Alaska Airlines Logo
SFO-NRT
11h 25mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
NRT-SFO
9h 05mdirect
Alaska Airlines
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Japan Airlines Logo
SFO-NRT
11h 25mdirect
Japan Airlines Logo
NRT-SFO
9h 05mdirect
Japan Airlines
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Thai Airways Logo
SFO-NRT
11h 20mdirect
Thai Airways Logo
NRT-SFO
9h 30mdirect
Thai Airways
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ANA Logo
SFO-NRT
11h 15mdirect
ANA Logo
NRT-SFO
9h 30mdirect
Malaysia Airlines Logo
SFO-NRT
11h 25mdirect
Malaysia Airlines Logo
NRT-SFO
9h 05mdirect
Malaysia Airlines
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United Airlines Logo
SFO-NRT
11h 15mdirect
United Airlines Logo
NRT-SFO
9h 30mdirect
United Airlines
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SFO-NRT
11h 15mdirect
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NRT-SFO
9h 15mdirect
ZIPAIR
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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Tokyo

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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SFO

SFO offers curbside check-in for United, Delta, and Southwest, making it a convenient option for families and those with heavy luggage.

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NRT

The Narita Express train offers a convenient and efficient way to reach Tokyo from NRT, taking just under an hour to Tokyo Station.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Tokyo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Tokyo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport is September, where tickets cost C$ 1,046 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,763 and C$ 1,622 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 2,093, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 2 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonOctober
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Tokyo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Tokyo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from San Francisco to Tokyo: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from San Francisco to Tokyo 
TFlew with ZIPAIRSFO-NRTNov 2024
Haneda is closer to the city center, so fly there if you can. Zipair has by far the best rates, but try to book early and pick a seat so you’re not stuck in a middle seat.
GeoffFlew with Japan AirlinesSFO-NRTNov 2024
Fly JAL! No regrets - check-in, gate & flight experiences were flawless. Ticket prices for my last trip were just as low as ZipAir.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan AirlinesSFO-NRTApr 2024
I don’t know. That was my first time with Japan Airlines. Every airlines has their flaws and I was just pointing out some concerns I’d noticed.

FAQs for booking San Francisco to Tokyo flights

  • Is there a hotel in SFO Airport if my flight gets delayed for a long time?

    Grand Hyatt is a luxurious on-site airport hotel located right by the airport's main entrance; the hotel has 351 soundproof rooms. If your flight gets delayed for more than a few hours, you can book an accommodation at this luxurious hotel.

  • Are their pet services available at SFO Airport?

    There are animal-relief areas available at the San Francisco airport, including drinking areas and garbage areas. Animals are also allowed in the AirTrains that transport travelers to their terminal. Be aware that escalators and walkways are not safe for animals, so make sure to carry your pet, walk with them, or transport them in a kennel. Use elevators when necessary.

  • How do I transfer to the terminals at SFO Airport?

    You can use AirTrain to get to your terminal at SFO. AirTrain provides a convenient train system for travelers to get from one terminal to the next. There are two lines that comprise SFO’s AirTrain system.

  • What services for traveling families are available at SFO Airport?

    There are customized airport concierge services that include meeting and assisting families who are arriving, departing, and connecting to another flight. There is also baggage assistance provided to traveling families. Car-seat rentals are also offered with the help of the Airport Travel Agency. Nurseries are available in Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, the International Terminal Main Hall, and the International Terminal's G gates at SFO Airport.

  • Which airlines provide flights from San Francisco to Tokyo?

    Japan Airlines, Air Canada, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines provide flights to Tokyo/Narita Airport. Furthermore, Japan Airlines and United Airlines provide non-stop flights to Narita Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Tokyo?

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Asiana Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Tokyo flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Tokyo?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Tokyo flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Tokyo?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Tokyo, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Tokyo?

    There are direct flights from San Francisco to Tokyo on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Tokyo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Tokyo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Tokyo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tokyo from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Tokyo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Tokyo with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Tokyo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Tokyo from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 1,582 or less round-trip.
  • You can book your parking at SFO Airport 2h in advance. For long-term parking, the rates are $2 per 15min or around $25 per 24h. For international and hourly parking, the cost is around $36 per 24h.
  • If you’re looking for a facility at SFO Airport in which to freshen up or even take a shower, you can find suitable facilities with showers called “Freshen Up!” They are located in the International Terminal on the Departures/ticketing level near Gates G1-G14.
  • If you’re looking for a quiet place to relax, meditate, or read in SFO Airport, you can visit the “Christian Science Reading Room,” which is located in Terminal 2 near the entrance to Gates C1-C11.
  • If you are waiting to board a flight at SFO with children, your children can visit three special children’s spots. The first is an interactive exploration area with weather exhibits, located in Terminal 3 near Gate F18. The second is another interactive play area in Terminal 2 near Gate D7 and Gate D15. The third is an interactive exploration area for children, featuring an artistic display of lighted circles and spiraling patterns (it’s called “Spirogyrate”); this children's area is in Terminal 3 near Gate E7.
  • For your convenience, Narita Airport (NRT) in Tokyo provides a luggage service, which allows you to have your baggage sent to a hotel or residence in advance. You can even have your baggage sent to the airport at the conclusion of your trip. All you have to do is contact the home-delivery counter at Narita Airport.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Tokyo?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Tokyo Narita

Monday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Tuesday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Wednesday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Thursday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Friday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Saturday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Sunday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

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Direct returns

Tokyo Narita to San Francisco

Monday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Tuesday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Wednesday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Thursday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Friday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Saturday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

Sunday

ANA,Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +5 more

ANA,Alaska Airlines, +6 more

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