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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 10:45 am and lands at 10:00 pm
• Latest: departs at 5:15 pm and lands at 4:30 am.

The flight takes about 11h 15m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport:

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

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport takes 11h 15m, covering 5,109 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport range from $741 to $1,213, with an average of $916 over the past 12 months. Anything below $741 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 1% below the route average of $916. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $741 round-trip via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared to $916 for nonstop.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Japan Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport flights are:

• United Airlines: 80% on time
• Japan Airlines: 79% on time
• ANA: 79% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 77% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $56–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

Morning is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport flights:

• Japan Airlines
• American Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $419, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Relax Rent A Car
• Yesaway
• Times
• IX Rental
• JDM Rent a car

Flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Tokyo Narita (NRT).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 16m.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport most commonly connect through:

• Incheon Intl (ICN) - 36% of one-stop connections
• Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $859 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $991, a difference of $132.

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

4 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Tokyo Narita Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Japan Airlines
• ANA
• ZIPAIR
• United Airlines

Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 30m, compared with 15h 47m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 16h 24m via Vancouver Intl (YVR).

Tokyo Narita 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.

Akihabara Electric Town is one of the most viewed places in Tokyo Narita Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport flights:

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

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

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

• ZIPAIR: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Japan Airlines: 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.

Grand Hyatt is a luxurious on-site airport hotel located right by the airport's main entrance; the hotel has 351 soundproof rooms. If your flight gets delayed for more than a few hours, you can book an accommodation at this luxurious hotel.

There are animal-relief areas available at the San Francisco airport, including drinking areas and garbage areas. Animals are also allowed in the AirTrains that transport travelers to their terminal. Be aware that escalators and walkways are not safe for animals, so make sure to carry your pet, walk with them, or transport them in a kennel. Use elevators when necessary.

You can use AirTrain to get to your terminal at SFO. AirTrain provides a convenient train system for travelers to get from one terminal to the next. There are two lines that comprise SFO’s AirTrain system.

There are customized airport concierge services that include meeting and assisting families who are arriving, departing, and connecting to another flight. There is also baggage assistance provided to traveling families. Car-seat rentals are also offered with the help of the Airport Travel Agency. Nurseries are available in Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, the International Terminal Main Hall, and the International Terminal's G gates at SFO Airport.

Japan Airlines, Air Canada, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines provide flights to Tokyo/Narita Airport. Furthermore, Japan Airlines and United Airlines provide non-stop flights to Narita Airport.

If you are feeling worn out after your flight from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport, check-in at the Nine Hours Narita Airport hotel ideally situated at Terminal 2 of Narita Airport. The hotel features capsule rooms with comfy mattresses. You may also retreat to Hotel Nikko Narita and ANA Crowne Plaza Narita both a few minutes from the airport. They also offer complimentary airport shuttles.

There are several public transit alternatives from NRT to the city center. Tokyo Narita Airport is served by a number of train lines. From the Airport Terminal 2 train station, you may take the Narita Express train. Also, you may choose the Keisei Skyliner to Nippori and then transfer to Keihin-Tohoku Line or Yamanote Line to get to Tokyo Station. Buses via Tokyo Station Nihonbashi Exit are also available from the Arrivals of Terminal 1 and the Main Building of Terminal 2. If you have luggage, then choose taxis.

Nursing booths equipped with diaper-changing tables, hot-water dispensers, and cots are accessible throughout the airport terminals. You can also rent baby strollers for free at any information desk. Let your children burn out some energy at the kid’s play areas at Terminal 1 Airside and the Main Building of Terminal 2.

San Francisco Airport features resources for its disabled customers. The airport has designated disabled parking facilities next to elevator lobbies in its parking garages. There is also a visual paging system as well as accessible washrooms throughout the airport. For easy mobility, curb ramps are found in all public areas of the airport. When making flight reservations, request a wheelchair.