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Flights from San Francisco to Tokyo

Nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo (NRT) take about 10h 47m (8,227 km). ZIPAIR and All Nippon Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $288 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

Also covers SFO–HND.

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When you land in Tokyo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Cathay Pacific plane on runway at Narita Airport, Tokyo, with terminal and control tower in view. — arriving in Tokyo

Airport transfer

NRT → Tokyo, booked before you fly

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Trains, buses and taxi faresNRT to Tokyo: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Tokyo →88 drop-off points, from ¥270.00

Things to book in Tokyo

All 40 things to do in Tokyo →
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Airlines flying San Francisco to Tokyo

Carriers on SFO–NRT according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ ZIPAIRnonstop fare seen✈ All Nippon Airwaysnonstop fare seen

San Francisco to Tokyo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $337 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $289. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$36229 Oct 2026 · ZIPAIR—
Nov 2026$3799 Nov 2026 · ZIPAIR—
Dec 2026$3374 Dec 2026 · ZIPAIR$289 · 1 stop5 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$4456 Jan 2027 · ZIPAIR—
Mar 2027$42315 Mar 2027 · ZIPAIR$396 · 1 stop7 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$57628 Apr 2027 · ZIPAIR$460 · 1 stop28 Apr 2027
Jul 2027$6199 Jul 2027 · ZIPAIR—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $289 in December 2026, against $362 for October 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (San Francisco to Tokyo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Tokyo

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Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

Peak season: March – May, September – November

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Frequently asked questions — San Francisco to Tokyo flights

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Tokyo?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Tokyo (NRT) takes about 10h 47m, covering 8,227 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is San Francisco from Tokyo by air?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco International Airport and Narita International Airport is 8,227 km (5,112 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Tokyo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SFO–NRT route include ZIPAIR and All Nippon Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from San Francisco to Tokyo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SFO–NRT was $288 USD with ZIPAIR (nonstop), departing 20 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Tokyo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $289 one-way, against $619 for July 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from San Francisco to Japan?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Japan visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Tokyo?
Spring cherry blossoms (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are peak seasons for good reason. Summers are hot and humid; winters are cold but great for skiing.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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