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Cheapest round-trip
$1,067
Typical prices: $853-$1,325
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/5Thu 11/19
SAN - NRT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,097
Typical prices: $1,106-$1,343
Japan Airlines
Tue 8/18Tue 8/25
SAN - NRT • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Tokyo (SAN-TYO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Tokyo

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:07 am - 3:20 pm
SAN
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NRT
15h 13m
1 stop
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9:25 pm - 6:42 pm
NRT
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SAN
14h 17m
1 stop
$1,067Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:50 am - 3:25 pm
SAN
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NRT
15h 35m
1 stop
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9:25 pm - 7:37 pm
NRT
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SAN
14h 12m
1 stop
$1,067Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 29
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4:55 pm - 2:55 pm
SAN
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NRT
30h 00m
1 stop
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4:50 pm - 4:12 pm
NRT
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SAN
15h 22m
1 stop
$1,070ANA
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 28
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4:55 pm - 2:55 pm
SAN
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NRT
30h 00m
1 stop
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4:50 pm - 4:12 pm
NRT
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SAN
15h 22m
1 stop
$1,070ANA
Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 15
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6:20 am - 3:05 pm
SAN
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HND
16h 45m
1 stop
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9:55 pm - 12:18 pm
HND
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SAN
30h 23m
2 stops
$1,083United Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 17
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3:56 pm - 4:25 am
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HND
20h 29m
1 stop
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12:30 am - 11:35 am
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SAN
27h 05m
1 stop
$1,084United Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Sat, Oct 3
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4:55 pm - 2:55 pm
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NRT
30h 00m
1 stop
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4:50 pm - 8:39 pm
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19h 49m
2 stops
$1,084Air Canada
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
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8:15 am - 2:55 pm
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NRT
14h 40m
1 stop
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4:50 pm - 11:53 am
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SAN
35h 03m
1 stop
$1,084Air Canada
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
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1:35 pm - 4:45 pm
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NRT
11h 10mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 11:35 am
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SAN
10h 20mnonstop
$1,097Japan Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29
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1:35 pm - 4:45 pm
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NRT
11h 10mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 11:35 am
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10h 20mnonstop
$1,097Japan Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Tokyo flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Tokyo?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Diego to Tokyo departing in October.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Tokyo from San Diego usually cost between $1,015 and $1,315 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,067 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 11-Oct 29).

What is the cheapest San Diego to Tokyo flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from San Diego to Tokyo costs $1,089 on the route between San Diego (SAN) and Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). It is also the most popular route.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Tokyo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Tokyo, 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 Diego to Tokyo is February, where tickets cost $859 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,390 and $1,345 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Diego to Tokyo?

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,014 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Tokyo?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Tokyo, 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 Diego to Tokyo, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Diego to Tokyo

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Japan Airlines

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Gabriel Leigh

Expert on NRT

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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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$305
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Tokyo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Tokyo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Tokyo

  • Which is the best Tokyo airport to arrive at from San Diego?

    Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) is the best airport to arrive at if you plan to stay in Central Tokyo. The airport is around 10 miles from the city center. If you plan to visit other cities in Japan, you can fly to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT), which has more connecting flights. Most nonstop flights from San Diego fly to NRT.

  • What transportation options do I have to Central Tokyo?

    NRT, approximately 35 miles from Central Tokyo, has multiple transportation options. The Narita Express (N’EX) high-speed train is the most affordable option, directly connecting Tokyo Station from the airport. Other slower train options include the JR Airport Liner and the Kesei Line. Taxis are quite expensive because of the distance. The train is the fastest and most convenient option from HND. Haneda Airport is connected to Central Tokyo via the Tokyo Monorail and Keikyu Line. You can also take limousine buses or a taxi.

  • What are some eco-friendly airlines flying between San Diego and Tokyo?

    The average greenhouse gas emissions per passenger on a round-trip flight from San Diego to Tokyo is 7054 lbs. Consider booking eco-friendly flights like United Airlines, Japan Airlines, or Delta Airlines, which have flights that emit less CO₂ than most flights on the route.

  • Which airlines have a lounge at San Diego International Airport?

    You can check into the United Club lounge, which has pay-at-the-door access for travelers with a United Airlines ticket. The Delta Sky Club is another airline lounge at SAN accessible to passengers with lounge membership programs. You’ll find services and amenities like clean restrooms, comfortable couches, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary drinks and snacks.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Tokyo?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Tokyo was $305 for a one-way ticket and $1,067 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Tokyo?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San Diego and on arrival in Tokyo.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Diego to Tokyo?

    When flying out of San Diego you will be using San Diego. You will be landing at one of these airports: Tokyo Haneda or Tokyo Narita.

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

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

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

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Tokyo flight route.

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

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

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

    There are nonstop flights from San Diego to Tokyo on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Tokyo, Korean Air or Japan Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Tokyo are Korean Air and Japan Airlines. With an average price for the route of $885 and an overall rating of 8.4, Korean Air is the most popular choice. Japan Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,123 and an overall rating of 8.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego 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 Diego to Tokyo.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tokyo from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 Diego with another airline.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $627 or less one-way and $1,271 or less round-trip.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is a hub for domestic and international airlines. Flights from San Diego to Tokyo are mainly operated by Japan Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, United Airlines, ANA, and Air Canada. You’ll find non-stop and connecting flights from SAN to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
  • Popular layover cities for connecting flights from San Diego to Tokyo include San Francisco (SFO), Los Angeles (LAX), Honolulu (HNL), Vancouver (YVR), Dallas (DFW), and Seattle (SEA). Layover cities vary depending on the airline and flight route. National carriers like Hawaiian Airlines have a layover in their specific country.
  • Multiple airlines offer Business Class flights from San Diego to Tokyo. Consider booking Japan Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and ANA. Business Class features may vary from one airline to another, but the general benefits include comfortable seating, improved dining options, and additional in-flight services.
  • If you have an unaccompanied minor flying from San Diego to Tokyo, you can book Japan Airlines, Delta Airlines, and American Airlines. Age requirements may vary from one airline to another. This service is available mainly on nonstop flights, while some airlines require minors to be at least 8 years old to travel alone on connecting flights. Your child will receive special assistance throughout the trip.
  • The carry-on baggage policy is the same for Economy Class travelers on all flights from San Diego to Tokyo. Travelers are allowed to bring 1 carry-on bag and 1 personal item. The size and weight requirements differ from one airline to another. For extra carry-on baggage, consider upgrading your ticket.

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