Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Sendai?

Flights from San Diego to Sendai usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Sendai (SDJ).

What popular places can I visit in Sendai?

Sakunami Onsen is one of the most viewed places in Sendai on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Sendai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Diego to Sendai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,231 to $2,524. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Diego and Sendai?

Sendai is 16 hours ahead of San Diego (Japan Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Sendai Airport (SDJ)?

Sendai Airport (SDJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include: • Times • Budget • Nissan Rent-A-Car • ORIX Rent a Car • Alamo

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Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

5:49 pm - 2:35 pmSAN San Diego-SDJ Sendai

28h 46m2 stops San Francisco Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

4:05 pm - 8:45 amSDJ Sendai-SAN San Diego

32h 40m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl San Francisco

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$1,240EVA Air

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6:36 pm - 4:00 pmSAN San Diego-SDJ Sendai

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6:36 pm - 4:00 pmSAN San Diego-SDJ Sendai

28h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

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$1,590STARLUX Airlines

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6:36 pm - 4:00 pmSAN San Diego-SDJ Sendai

28h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

5:25 pm - 9:44 pmSDJ Sendai-SAN San Diego

45h 19m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,629STARLUX Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

6:15 am - 6:55 pmSAN San Diego-SDJ Sendai

20h 40m3 stops San Francisco Tokyo Haneda Sapporo Chitose

3:55 pm - 8:08 pmSDJ Sendai-SAN San Diego

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Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

1:00 pm - 8:30 amSAN San Diego-SDJ Sendai

27h 30m2 stops Tokyo Narita Osaka Itami

7:35 am - 5:52 pmSDJ Sendai-SAN San Diego

26h 17m3 stops Osaka Itami Tokyo Narita Seattle/Tacoma Intl

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Diego to Sendai?

EVA Air ($1,240) and STARLUX Airlines ($1,589) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Sendai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Sendai?
Flights from San Diego to Sendai usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Sendai (SDJ).
What popular places can I visit in Sendai?
Sakunami Onsen is one of the most viewed places in Sendai on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Sendai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Diego to Sendai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,231 to $2,524. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between San Diego and Sendai?
Sendai is 16 hours ahead of San Diego (Japan Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Sendai Airport (SDJ)?
Sendai Airport (SDJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Times
• Budget
• Nissan Rent-A-Car
• ORIX Rent a Car
• Alamo

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