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Cheapest round-trip
$967
Typical prices: $704-$1,193
China Airlines
Sun 10/21Mon 10/29
SFO - KMJ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$569
Typical prices: $501-$768
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/12
SFO - KMJ • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Kumamoto. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 34% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Incheon Intl (ICN)
Cheapest • Avg $700 (round-trip)
Tokyo Haneda (HND)
Shortest trip • 16h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto (SFO-KMJ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Kumamoto

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 29
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1:05 am - 5:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-KMJ Kumamoto
24h 35m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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6:35 pm - 7:45 pmKMJ  Kumamoto-SFO San Francisco
17h 10m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$967China Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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8:46 pm - 9:10 amSFO  San Francisco-KMJ Kumamoto
20h 24m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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6:35 pm - 7:45 pmKMJ  Kumamoto-SFO San Francisco
17h 10m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$1,078Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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5:45 pm - 9:10 amSFO  San Francisco-KMJ Kumamoto
23h 25m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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6:35 pm - 8:01 amKMJ  Kumamoto-SFO San Francisco
29h 26m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles
$1,156Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Sat, Jan 16
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12:20 am - 10:00 amSFO  San Francisco-KMJ Kumamoto
16h 40m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
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6:10 pm - 3:30 pmKMJ  Kumamoto-SFO San Francisco
14h 20m1 stop Tokyo Haneda
$1,545ANA
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 16
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11:45 am - 6:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-KMJ Kumamoto
37h 35m1 stop Incheon Intl
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7:30 pm - 5:49 pmKMJ  Kumamoto-SFO San Francisco
39h 19m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles
$1,906Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 16
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4:35 pm - 6:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-KMJ Kumamoto
32h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Incheon Intl
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7:30 pm - 5:49 pmKMJ  Kumamoto-SFO San Francisco
39h 19m2 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles
$3,447Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 16
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3:00 pm - 7:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-KMJ Kumamoto
35h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Tokyo Narita
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5:35 pm - 8:46 pmKMJ  Kumamoto-SFO San Francisco
44h 11m3 stops Tokyo Haneda Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$3,753Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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3:55 pm - 8:20 amSFO  San Francisco-KMJ Kumamoto
48h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Tokyo Haneda
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5:35 pm - 10:34 pmKMJ  Kumamoto-SFO San Francisco
44h 59m3 stops Tokyo Haneda Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$11,519Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Kumamoto flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Kumamoto?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto start at $967. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $704 to $1,193. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $967 on China Airlines.

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Key details for San Francisco to Kumamoto flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$569
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
Flight from San Francisco to Kumamoto

When to book flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Kumamoto based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Kumamoto flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Kumamoto?

    Flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Kumamoto (KMJ).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto most commonly connect through:

    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Incheon Intl (ICN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto?

    On the San Francisco to Kumamoto route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 54%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $699 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,505: a $806 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Kumamoto?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Kumamoto takes 0h 00m, covering 5,662 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Kumamoto?

    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.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Kumamoto looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Kumamoto are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $859, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Kumamoto?

    Flying via Tokyo Haneda (HND) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 16m, compared with 19h 15m via Incheon Intl (ICN) and 21h 27m via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Kumamoto?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Kumamoto Airport (KMJ)?

    Kumamoto Airport (KMJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Nissan Rent-A-Car
    · Nippon Rent-A-Car
    · Avis
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Kumamoto flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Kumamoto range from $704 to $1,193, with an average of $1,062 over the past 12 months. Anything below $704 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Kumamoto flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $699 - about $806 less than Sunday (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Kumamoto trip for November. Fares historically average $699 round-trip in that month - typically $806 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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