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Cheapest round-trip
$842
Typical prices: $911-$1,462
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/31Sat 11/10
SFO - KIX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,101
Typical prices: $1,119-$1,669
ANA
Fri 3/2Fri 3/16
SFO - KIX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 12h 13m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $647 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Kansai Intl (SFO-KIX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Kansai Intl

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 13
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4:20 pm - 9:15 amSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
24h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl
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7:50 am - 1:35 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 45m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$842Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 12
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4:20 pm - 12:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
28h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
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3:00 pm - 1:35 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
15h 35m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$842Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 9
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10:55 pm - 12:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
20h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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7:05 pm - 9:15 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$845Cathay Pacific
Wed, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 9
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10:55 pm - 3:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
23h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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7:05 pm - 9:15 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$845Cathay Pacific
Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Nov 5
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11:00 pm - 6:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
27h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl
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12:15 am - 2:30 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
31h 15m1 stop Incheon Intl
$861Asiana Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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11:20 pm - 9:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
30h 15m1 stop Incheon Intl
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12:15 am - 3:30 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
31h 15m1 stop Incheon Intl
$861Asiana Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Tue, Mar 30
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11:40 pm - 1:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
21h 40m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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7:05 pm - 7:55 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 50m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$934China Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Thu, Apr 1
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11:40 pm - 11:35 amSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
19h 55m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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7:05 pm - 7:55 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 50m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
$934China Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 10
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8:19 am - 5:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
40h 21m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl
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7:25 pm - 5:23 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
38h 58m2 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary
$1,012Air Canada
Mon, Mar 8 - Mon, Mar 15
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8:19 am - 5:40 pmSFO  San Francisco-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
40h 21m2 stops Calgary Vancouver Intl
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7:25 pm - 5:23 pmKIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-SFO San Francisco
37h 58m2 stops Vancouver Intl Calgary
$1,012Air Canada
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport at $901 round-trip.
•June ($1,518) and December ($1,467) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Kansai Intl

 
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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on ANA

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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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$360
Beat the crowds with an average 64% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 62% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to Kansai Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Kansai Intl 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 Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:45 am and lands at 10:58 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:25 pm and lands at 12:38 am.

    The flight takes about 12h 13m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport takes 12h 13m, covering 5,397 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    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 much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport range from $911 to $1,462, with an average of $1,153 over the past 12 months. Anything below $911 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the $1,153 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $647 round-trip via Honolulu (HNL), compared to $1,322 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 777 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by ANA and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • How are flight departures from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $430, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (KIX)?

    Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (KIX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $11 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Yesaway
    • CG Car Rental
    • KuMa Rental Car
    • IX Rental
    • HM Rent a Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,071 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,269, a difference of $198.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between San Francisco and Osaka Kansai Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Flying via Vancouver Intl (YVR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 53m, compared with 16h 08m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 16h 40m via Tokyo Haneda (HND).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Osaka Kansai Intl Airport 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 popular places can I visit in Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Osaka Kansai Intl Airport are Universal Studios Japan and Dotonbori Glico Man Sign. These are among the most viewed places in Osaka Kansai Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights:

    • ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,071, about $198 less than Thursday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $901 round-trip in that month - typically $617 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Honolulu Airport (HNL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $647 round-trip on this route - about $675 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Osaka Kansai Intl to San Francisco

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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