Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Tokyo from $365

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Tokyo (SFO-TYO)?

  Based on Trip.com data, ZIPAIR offers one-way fares as low as $365 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SFO to NRT on Sat, Oct 24), while ZIPAIR offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $757 departing on Tue, Oct 20 and returning on Tue, Oct 27.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from San Francisco to Tokyo?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tokyo with the following airlines, including: ZIPAIR Japan Airlines United Airlines All Nippon Airways Alaska Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo (TYO) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 11 hours 6 minutes to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo (TYO).

• When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to Tokyo?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Tokyo is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from San Francisco to Tokyo?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 43 flight per week flying from San Francisco to Tokyo. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: United Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UA7914 (01:18) All Nippon Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- NH107 (01:18) American Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AA8400 (12:50)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Tokyo?

  To find best deals on flights from San Francisco to Tokyo, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Oct 24, with one-way flights priced at just $365.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is ZIPAIR.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Tokyo travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo (TYO) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from San Francisco to Tokyo is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Tokyo on?

  After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Tokyo on September 12, 2026 with ZIPAIR, with prices starting at $564.

• Which airports can I fly into Tokyo from San Francisco?

  You can arrive at any of the following airports in Tokyo: Narita International Airport (NRT), and Haneda Airport (HND). Flights from San Francisco International Airport to Narita International Airport (SFO-NRT) are by far the most popular option for this route.

• Is there any time difference between San Francisco and Tokyo?

  The time difference between Tokyo and San Francisco is 17h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from San Francisco to Tokyo?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Tokyo?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from San Francisco to Tokyo is $772. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Tokyo?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from San Francisco to Tokyo is $1,372. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from San Francisco to Tokyo on Trip.com?

  Enter San Francisco and Tokyo, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the San Francisco to Tokyo route?

  ZIPAIRare the most popular budget airlines flying from San Francisco to Tokyo. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.