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Flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Los Angeles

Flights from Asia to California: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Asia to California 
Verified travelerFlew with China Eastern
PVG
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LAX
Jun 2026
Beijing would have been a better choice without the uncertainty of the connecting flight in Shanghai. There is a shuttle bus every 30 min goes between Qinhuangdao and Beijing Airport. It was still a good experience overall when I was flexible.
Verified travelerFlew with ANA
NRT
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LAX
Jun 2026
Online check-in is recommended also comply with the airline regulations in re of baggages weighs and number allowed.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines
KIX
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LAX
Jun 2026
Japan Airlines is a difficult airline to check-in on both the app and on-line. It is best to to call and have them walk you through their process. Know that they have limited hours for customer service and may be open only Monday - Friday. Highly suggest that you visit Visit Japan Website and Register for Immigration and Customs.
CarinaFlew with Philippine Airlines
MNL
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LAX
Jul 2026
NAIA check-in gate was smooth & quick. Be alert for gate changes ... my gate was changed only to find myself in a gate for Bangkok because the airport crew did not give clear instructions. A second security screen done at the original gate for carry-ons which I've not encountered before.
MichaelFlew with United Airlines
NRT
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LAX
Jul 2026
Be prepared for a long walk from gate to gate past cosmetic sellers, jewelry sellers, toys, etc, etc
MaryFlew with Japan Airlines
HND
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LAX
Apr 2026
It’s true bring the minimum in clothing and extra luggage. The hotels even offer nightly pajamas and slippers (hilton). Most hotels have laundry access for customers. Also, the international terminal has very cheap souvenirs- seriously 1/2 the stuff I was searching for (magnets, tshirts, shopping bags, Kirby, hello kitty, gundam etc) was cheaper and all in the bottom floor ( before security). They’re even a decent gochapon store if you still have yen’s burning a hole in your pocket.
Verified travelerFlew with China Eastern
PVG
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SFO
Apr 2026
Choose a evening flight if you are flying business, so that you could sleep while flying. If you are leaving PVG around noon time, it would be difficult to fall to sleep.
SatitFlew with China Airlines
TPE
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ONT
Mar 2026
I noticed several babies and small children crying due to the change in pressure during take off and landing. It causes pain in the their ears, the same way with adults, but they don't know what's going on or how to relieve it. The small children can open their mouth wide and close it, like they are chewing something. For the babies, the parents can push their chin down to open their mouth and let them close it. Repeat until cabin pressure stabilizes. It's much more useful than trying to ask to children to stop crying.
NoelFlew with Cathay Pacific
HKG
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SFO
Mar 2026
Baggage handilng make sure to report any issues, like lost or damage immidiately, even if you miss your connecting flight , they will reschedule you, but if you have a fixed schedule, report as soon as possible , happend to my recent flight march 24,2026
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines
HND
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LAX
Mar 2026
For comfort you should buy a first class or a premium economy seat.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
NRT
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LAX
Apr 2026
Bring your own food. And slippers to wear on the plane
KaushalendraFlew with American Airlines
HKG
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SFO
Apr 2026
Don’t book via third party apps for Cathay Pacific flights, they don’t recognize the itinerary and won’t be able to even view details like airport terminals or gate numbers
Verified travelerFlew with Air China
PEK
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SFO
Mar 2026
Only tip, eat before boarding the plane, Airline food, not just Air China, has become worse over time. Air China's food was better prior to the pandemic.
Verified travelerFlew with EVA Air
TPE
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SFO
Jan 2026
It is a long flight so be prepared some book to read, play sudoko to relax mind or bring your own soothing blanket or neck rest to sleep on the plane. Do not forget to ask for ear plugs to block the noise if you needed.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines
HND
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SFO
Jan 2026
Don't get to the gate too much earlier than you need to, it is very easy and fast to get from baggage drop off through security and to the gate.
Verified travelerFlew with AIR PREMIA
ICN
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LAX
Jan 2026
Get a mobile boarding pass ahead of time. Also, register for the Smartpass (requires an app) for a shorter line at the security.
Verified travelerFlew with EVA Air
TPE
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SFO
Jan 2026
Going through immigration services is pretty quick. The agents were nice and efficient. But there is not distinct direction for foreign vs US passport. There should be someone there direction traffic. Don’t be afraid to ask. That is why they are there. My last visit, everyone just picked a side and guessed. There was a mix of both and we all got through. So I don’t think it’s as big a deal in SF that it is in other places. You all end up at the same baggage claim anyways.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
HKG
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SFO
Feb 2026
Prepare to bring your own food & snacks on board to eat, food on plane sucks, very cold on plane
DrewFlew with Philippine Airlines
MNL
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SFO
Jun 2025
Pack a hoodie and wear pants. Don't purchase anything past initial security check- youll have to empty any drink- even a sealed cola can- before getting through a secondary screening at your gate.
DavidFlew with Philippine Airlines
MNL
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LAX
May 2025
Airport departure is a zoo. You have to show documents of travel just to gain entry. Confusing inside but staff very helpful in getting you lined up where you need to be. Immigration and security screening typical however when you arrive at departure gate you are not allowed to bring any drinks into the gate area and it is a long dry period until first service onboard. You can leave the gate area but must go through secondary screening again to return to the gate waiting area.
Verified travelerFlew with EVA Air
TPE
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LAX
Mar 2025
Know where services are located. Not all vending machines accept Visa or Mastercard.
Verified travelerFlew with ANA
NRT
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SFO
May 2025
Bring your own meals like sandwich, nuts, fruit, or protein bar, because the food not only smells fowl but tastes even more so. Jesus, I’d rather just eat a protein bar.
RamFlew with United Airlines
HKG
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SFO
Feb 2025
Fly United. Give yourself a lot of time to get to the gate
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
SIN
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SFO
Dec 2024
Book flight paths with only 2 flights rather than 3
highoutputFlew with Korean Air
ICN
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LAX
Jan 2025
Wear comfortable clothes. Bring whatever you need to be comfortable
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
HKG
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SFO
Dec 2024
be careful of short connection time when reaching US.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines
HND
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SFO
Dec 2024
Get to the airport early because ground transportation to/from takes time and patience. Horribly crowded airport takes time to understand if one doesn’t understand Japanese language. Transfer time from previous flight was obviously not long enough and yet this was what booking service recommended
Verified travelerFlew with China Southern
CAN
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LAX
Oct 2024
Wear comfy shoes it is a long flight. If you can try to get a window seat cause the middle seat is super uncomfortable. But the flight is amazing and even though it is a long flight I had fun
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines
NRT
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SFO
Nov 2024
This trip seemed shorter than I thought. Sleeping helps pass the time. Also take an aspirin and wear compression socks
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
NRT
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SFO
Oct 2024
Procedures in Tokyo Narita airport are very efficient. Transportation to and from Tokyo is also efficient, economical, and available.
Verified travelerFlew with Japan Airlines
NRT
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SFO
Oct 2024
Get a butt pillow for the long flight and a neck pillow to sleep comfortably
Verified travelerFlew with Cathay Pacific
HKG
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SFO
Sep 2024
Get there earlier if you are a transit passenger, there are stores and restaurants but we flew in almost midnight and most stores were closed. Be your own advocate and look around what other passengers are doing!
Verified travelerFlew with Korean Air
ICN
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LAX
Oct 2024
If you are traveling with Korea Air and you think you want to have better seats, book it from the beginning. The run out of availability quickly
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
HKG
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SFO
Sep 2024
Double check your boarding information in airport in time, like boarding gate, or boarding time, etc. because they might be updated.
VictorFlew with American Airlines
HND
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LAX
Oct 2024
Make sure to eat before you get on, as the food options aren’t the most appetizing.
Verified travelerFlew with Singapore Airlines
SIN
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LAX
Nov 2024
You can order your meal online if you fly business class form Singapore airlines
ArielaFlew with Japan Airlines
NRT
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SAN
Jul 2024
Stop in Narita for 10 hours and book a room in Dayroom and Shower in International Terminal 2. Go take a nap, shower, and shop before noon.
JohnjimyFlew with ANA
NRT
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SFO
Aug 2024
If you have multiple carry-on. You may be subjected to have tags or have to pay, due to limited spaces. I was fortunate to have my bag under seat for take off. Other passengers decided to bring the whole room with them without me having space to put my backpack carry on.
Verified travelerFlew with Sichuan Airlines
TFU
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LAX
Aug 2024
1. Make sure the passport information has been correctly recorded with the ticket, otherwise you will not be able to pass custom/security at China. Ticket purchased overseas often misses such info. 2. Arrive at the airport early. 3+ hours would be my recommendation.
Verified travelerFlew with China Southern
WUH
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SFO
Jun 2024
Monitor flight information closely in case unexpected cancelation. Other than that, everything was good.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
HND
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SFO
Mar 2024
I have not flown other flights to Tokyo, so I have not much to add here. I did appreciate the option of a direct flight to your destination. Having to connect to another flight is at minimum a 2 hour add to your traveling time to an already long flight. Even though a connecting flight you have been more economical, the saved time will s worth the slightly extra cost to me.
RickFlew with United Airlines
HND
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SFO
May 2024
Haneda Airport was most convenient for me. My friend lives in Chiba so Haneda was closer to drop me off. There was a monorail if coming by train, so that came be convenient too. Check in was a breeze and also ANA accepts luggage forwarding service from our hotel which made it more convenient too!
Verified travelerFlew with ANA
NRT
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SFO
May 2024
Haneda airport now handles most of the international traffic. It's much closer to downtown Tokyo. Narita is 45-55 minutes out of town. Do online and complete you immigration documentation before your flight. Print the QR code and the machine will scan it along with your passport. Much faster.
GordonFlew with United Airlines
SIN
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SFO
Apr 2024
Check your all or most of your luggage if you can. Take a small light carry for your must have items with you such as snacks, book and electronics on hand accessible during the flight.
Verified travelerFlew with Air India
DEL
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SFO
Mar 2024
Don’t choose Air India. Immigration and security checks in Delhi was very crowded, took almost an hour and half to go through. Need plenty of time to transfer from domestic to international.
SoukindaFlew with Singapore Airlines
SIN
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SFO
Feb 2024
Bring a sweater, a mask and wear socks. Although they provided a blanket, it’s very chilly on a long flight. I caught a nasty cold from the flight and wasn’t masked up. Other than that our flight was great and comfortable.
SoukindaFlew with Singapore Airlines
SIN
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SFO
Feb 2024
If you are flying with an elderly parent that needs to be near restroom, have an agent place you in the back. They will take care of you.
Verified travelerFlew with EVA Air
TPE
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LAX
Feb 2024
Get your goes traveler doc. Make going through customs a breeze
ManishFlew with Air India
BLR
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SFO
Jan 2024
Qatar and Emirates are so far best options. Landing in domestic airport had pain of taking baggage from baggage claim and then again be in line to checkin the hand bag even though bag was tagged to final destination. So we have to avoid flights landing in domestic airport during transfer with layover.
MITESHFlew with Air India
BOM
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SFO
Jan 2024
Don’t go with any regular expectations. This is point a to point b. Put on your noise cancelling headphones, bring your own food, close your eyes and go. This is still the most efficient flight travel time wise.
amarjitFlew with Air India
BOM
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SFO
Jan 2024
I would like to suggest before leaving your home, keep some medicine with you.
AlanFlew with China Airlines
TPE
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LAX
Dec 2023
One thing to be mindful of is that China Airlines has a carryon luggage weight restriction of 7kg. While it was somewhat enforced on my flight from LAX to TPE and I was forced to remove my laptop and other heavier items from my carryon, it was not enforced on my return flight making it very inconsistent. I do not have to deal a carryon restriction on my other international flights so this was an inconvience flying China Arilines vs other Asian airlines like EVA Air and Asiana.
Verified travelerFlew with Philippine Airlines
MNL
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LAX
Feb 2024
Do not Fly Philippines air it will more then likely be late/cancelled has happened multiple times to me whether going to LA or Honolulu… best bet is to fly to Japan or Taiwan first then continue to USA

FAQs for booking flights from Asia to California

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Asia to California?

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Asia to California?

    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 from Asia to California with an airline and back with another airline.

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

    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 from Asia to California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines fly most frequently to California?

    Asia and California are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (214 flights per week), American Airlines (88 flights per week), and Thai Airways (77 flights per week).

  • How many airports are there in California?

    There are 29 airports in California. The busiest airport is Los Angeles Airport (LAX), with 40% of all flights arriving there.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in California?

    Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in California is San Jose Airport (SJC), with an average flight price of $331.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to California?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to California is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $1,467. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Wednesday, where round-trip prices are $1,467 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to California?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to California is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $1,515 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to California is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,515.

  • What is the cheapest flight to California?

    The cheapest ticket to California from Asia found in the last 5 days was to Los Angeles, at $352 round-trip. The most popular route is New Delhi (DEL) to San Francisco (SFO) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $385.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Asia to California?

    The cheapest month for flights from Asia to California is October, when tickets cost $493 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $761 and $739 respectively.

  • How far in advance should I book a flight from Asia to California?

    To get a below average price on the flight from Asia to California, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

  • How many cities have direct flights to California?

    From Asia, there are direct flights to California from 16 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Tokyo, with 391 direct flights each week.

  • How many direct flights to California are there each day?

    There are around 185 direct flights from within Asia to California every day. Most flights (33%) depart in the afternoon.

  • How many direct flights to California are there each week?

    Each week there are around 1,290 direct flights from within Asia to California. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

  • How long is the flight to California?

    An average nonstop flight from Asia to California takes 16h 13m, covering a distance of 6937 miles. The shortest route is Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to San Francisco (SFO) with an average flight time of 9h 10m.

  • How many long-haul flights are there to California each week?

    There are not any medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) or short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to California. Instead, there are 1,290 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from Tokyo.

  • What are the most popular destinations in California?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Los Angeles (42% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are San Francisco (37%) and Ontario (8%). Searches for flights to San Jose (4%), to Las Vegas (2%) and to San Diego (2%) are also popular.

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