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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Japan

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stop$757
Osaka
Osaka2 stops$846
Okinawa
Okinawa2 stops$838
Fukuoka
Fukuoka2 stops$843
Hiroshima
Hiroshima2 stops$840
Tokyo
Tokyo1 stop$757
Osaka
Osaka2 stops$846
Okinawa
Okinawa2 stops$838
Fukuoka
Fukuoka2 stops$843
Hiroshima
Hiroshima2 stops$840
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Japan flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

Are flights from San Jose to Japan cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from San Jose to Japan are running about 7% lower than they were around this time last year, averaging $858 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from San Jose to Japan right now?

The cheapest fares from San Jose to Japan on KAYAK in the last week were to Tokyo Narita (NRT) from $757 round-trip, and to Osaka Itami (ITM) from $847 round-trip.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Japan?

April is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $659. Prices are highest in December, when average flight costs increase to around $1,379.

When is the best time to book flights from San Jose to Japan?

Book your flights 20 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 34% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in Japan is the cheapest to fly to from San Jose?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Japan are:

• Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) (avg. price $800)
• Tokyo Narita (NRT) (avg. price $857)
• Tokyo Haneda (HND) (avg. price $1,048)

What’s the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Japan?

Tuesday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Japan, while Friday is the most expensive. Fares run about 29% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from San Jose to Japan?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Japan during the afternoon with average prices of $833. The evening is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,364.

Key details for San Jose to Japan flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$384
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 158% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Tokyo Narita Airport

Your San Jose to Japan flight questions, answered

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

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from San Jose to Japan?

    Fares from San Jose to Japan are around their usual level right now. A round-trip under $678 is considered a good deal, so it's worth keeping an eye out, or setting a Price Alert to catch price changes.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from San Jose to Japan?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from San Jose to Japan have ranged from $678 to $1,127.

  • What are the main airports serving Japan?

    Japan has 80 airports. The three busiest are Tokyo Narita (NRT) (61% of arrivals), Tokyo Haneda (HND) (31%) and Osaka Itami (ITM) (4%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from San Jose to Japan?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, just one airline regularly flies nonstop from San Jose to Japan: ZIPAIR.

  • Where in Japan can I fly nonstop from San Jose?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can only fly nonstop from San Jose to Tokyo.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from San Jose to Japan?

    Yes. Nonstop flights from San Jose to Japan average $801 over the past 12 months. Flights with a layover can cost less, cheapest when connecting through Tokyo Narita (NRT), with average fares of $786.

  • How long is a flight from San Jose to Japan?

    Flights from San Jose to Japan take 11h 18m on average.

  • How often are flights from San Jose to Japan delayed and what's the average delay?

    22% of flights on this route are delayed by at least 15 minutes. The average delay is 3h 05m.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from San Jose to Japan?

    On flights from San Jose to Japan you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class or Business Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in Japan?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmark in Japan is Akihabara Electric Town.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Jose to Japan?

    The earliest nonstop flight from San Jose to Japan departs at 10:10 am and the latest departs at 10:20 am. Nonstop flights take about 11h 18m.

  • Do the airports in Japan offer accessibility services to passengers with reduced mobility?

    The NRT and KIX airports provide first-rate assistance to visitors with disabilities. However, you must get in touch with your airline 48h prior to the departure of your flight from SJC and let them know about any services you might want. This will give the personnel ample time to make arrangements for wheelchair services and other help. As a result, when you land at any of the airports, the facilities will be ready on the ground.

  • Are there onsite hotels at SJC?

    Yes, if you're seeking a place to stay the night close or at SJC, there are a number of hotels where you may do so. One of the nicest hotels is the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Jose, which is about 0.6 miles away. You can alternatively stay the night at Hyatt Place San Jose Airport or Hampton Inn & Suites San Jose Airport, depending on your tastes and financial constraints. All these hotels are near the airport, and both have indoor pools and comfy accommodations.

  • Can I find lactation lounges at any of the Japanese airports?

    Nursing moms visiting Japan will be able to breastfeed their infants or even change their diapers in a secluded lactation location in the North Terminal of KIX. If you land in NRT, you will find the Mamava pods in each terminal.

  • Where can I spend the night at SJC?

    SJC is a relatively small facility; those looking forward to sleeping while at the airport should go to Terminal A. There are cozy, padded chairs throughout the space. If you intend to spend the night in this airport, don't forget to bring an additional travel blanket.

Your guide to booking San Jose to Japan flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 20 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 34% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for April when flights are typically cheapest and avoid December when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Tuesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Friday cost about 29% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX) is the cheapest airport to fly into from San Jose. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Tokyo, which is the most popular destination in Japan. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Osaka, Kyoto and Sapporo.
  • If you want the shortest trip, choose the San Jose to Japan nonstop route. If you'd rather save money, the route via Tokyo Narita (NRT) is usually the cheapest.
  • When flying from San Jose to Japan, you might think about using Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, or China Airlines. Amazing bargains are available on their in-flight service packages. You will have access to meals, beverages, entertainment, and sleeping bags on board these flights.
  • If you're taking a flight from San Jose to Japan, you must arrive at the San Jose International Airport (SJC) at least 3h before departure. This is done to make sure you get through security checks, receive your boarding pass, have time to explore the airport's interesting attractions, and arrive at your departure gate on time and without incident.
  • When flying from San Jose to Japan, it is possible that you will land at any of the two different airports in Japan. Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Narita International Airport (NRT). NRT is approximately 40 miles from Tokyo and serves many international flights. On the other hand, KIX is approximately 24.9 miles away.
  • When you land at KIX and need to take a quick shower, the northernmost section of the Terminal 1 Building's major international gate area has coin-operated showers. While at NRT, you will find the showers at Terminals 1 and 2.
  • The quickest way to get to SJC is through a taxi service. You can utilize this method to go to the airport if you are running behind schedule and are at risk of missing your flight. With a taxi, you can take approximately 20min from the city center to SJC.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Jose to Japan

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Jose to Japan? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.3
Japan AirlinesOverall score based on 1954 reviews
7.8Entertainment
8.2Comfort
8.7Crew
7.7Food
8.4Boarding
Airline reviews

Communication about delays was not very good. Crew and staff were excellent!

10.0 ExcellentBob, Oct 2026
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Communication about delays was not very good. Crew and staff were excellent!

SAN-NRT was excellent experience with crew helping and assisting in all aspects of comfort. But NRT-BAN was not that comfortable with no blankets and pillows provided and treating it more like premier economy class. This has been the pattern I have observed where JAL uses non-trained crew, uncomfortable seats, restrooms not working, locking up window seats, business class comforts taken away on NRT-BAN route. Overall quality of service goes downhill on NRT-BAN flight. Not sure why?

They didn't tell me they changed my flight. So I got confused on what happened to my flight.

The flight was delightful overall. The check-in and boarding were on smooth and on time. Amenities and staffs were elevated. However, if glasses were served instead of cups, there should be a complete premium.

Sure I would’ve liked a little more space, but it was better than economy. I bring my own food because I have food allergies it would be nice if they offered larger salads or more vegetables instead of starch it was really a good flight. I don’t wanna complain. I’m grateful to fly at all safely. Thank you to the pilots.

American Airlines food is horrible. Also, paid to fly JAL on all segments, but received a much lower quality. I was disappointed to learn that we would be using American Airlines on this flight, which has less comfort, entertainment, choices, and lower standard of service. Overall not satisfied.

Food was very mediocre. Economy is pretty uncomfortable. Crew was excellent and responsive.

My plans changed and I tried to cancel or change the flight for credit but was giving the run around and denied . Not great

Good experience for economy transpacific. Reasonable comfortable seats. Food was not as good as I expected or had on other prior transpacific flights but likely attribute that to rising cost of supplies. Staff is courteous. Overall, very good.

The original email I received and flight that I paid for was for Japan Airlines. Since JAL is a partner with American, I ended up on an American Airlines plane. This would not be a problem, except that JAL allows 2 check in bags for free and American only allows 1. A $100.00 unexpected expense was very disturbing, especially since I will have to pay it again on my way home. I feel like it was a bait and switch. I never would have chosen American Airlines if I had known that I would have to pay $200.00 in baggage fees, above and beyond my airfare. Secondly, the check in counter representative did not realize that I had TSA pre-check, so I had to return to the check-in desk on a different floor to get a new boarding pass. The AA representative helping at the check-in kiosks was very helpful, kind, polite, and professional when I returned for the new boarding pass. Thirdly, the crew was not as friendly as I have experienced on other airlines. Their tone when speaking to other passengers was not always polite. The food was better than I expected. However, I am used to having a station where one can serve themselves water, juice or grab a snack. That was not the case on this flight. Truly makes me think twice about booking with American Airlines. I am very disappointed.

Paid for seat assignments that did not in any way match seats received, and had to upgrade at checkin

On time, food was great. Didn’t wake me up when they saw me sleeping and as soon as I used the toilet, they came up and asked me if I wanted dinner. Right on!

I’ve always had pleasant experiences with ANA and that has made me a loyal customer.

UA discouraged people to choose seat on economy class by charging about three times of another airlines. For example, ANA will charge USD60 to choose an aisle seat but UA is charging USD 219.

Roomy airlines. Friendly staff. Timely service. Temp was warm during the flight.

The food was terrible and totally inedible. If you are flying with ANA/United bring your own food it was a long flight to be hingry

I thought I bought the ticket directly through Kayak not a 3rd party

When I checked in, it printed two bag tags. The helper said they would cancel the other. They canceled both and my bag was left behind

The ladies are great seats should be a little bigger!

Couple of hours delayed, we had to re-booked our Shinkansen reservation twice. United Aiines need to improve their time!

The flight attendant for first class was excellent. Very attentive to the needs of the passengers The time scheduled for the connection flight on to Kona was too short and we missed that flight. But another flight was only an hour later. But it should have been scheduled that was in the first place.

The problem was going through San Diego, a trip that's become a new development.

No complimentary snacks or food. Had to buy drinks and food.

in-flight wifi was not working well. also the cabin temperature was a bit hot.

I wasn’t able to check in prior to arriving at the airport, I was told by the agent I may not get a seat on the plane as others were waiting for seats, I sat there for 2 hours before being assigned a seat, very stressful. The plane was delayed. Overall not a great travel experience for a 44 minute flight.

Larger seats and more room would elevate the experience. Otherwise, it was good!

Check in went pretty well and you didn't lose my bag. After I got a drink from the drink cart they charged me for it, and at the crazy overpriced airport rates. Never had that happen before, is that an american thing? what madness.

I was delayed several times. Missed a very important event. The airline only provided a $12 voucher after being delayed 3 times.

One the nicest and great air crews I’ve experienced and I’ve flown a lot

Staff at Gate desk were helpful. My connecting flight from the first part of my trip Kona to Seattle was late. I had to run through SeaTac Seattle to catch my flight to San Jose. They made an exception to let me board. On my return trip San Jose to San Diego and San Diego to Honolulu the same thing happened. One flight arrived late and I had to run through the terminal to catch my connection. There are no Gluten-free & Vegan options meals and snacks to purchase.

Everything was pretty good. I would like to have more drinks (water) during four hours of the flight.

Rude staff from baggage check to gate crew. Poor instructions. Inconsistent application of baggage rules.

Requested an aisle seat at the gate and got it. The staff so friendly

Had to deplane 2 x due to problems with plane. Delayed over 6 hours ans was given a $12 food credit which barely oaud for anything and limited to wear incoukd redeem.

more room in seats, larger snacks, more comms with delays

Gate agent and flight attendants were efficient, but more stern than warm.

The only issue is that the plane was HOT. This was not the case on my first flight so not sure why, but thankfully I had a portable fan with me. Everything else was great!

I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

Flew first class so everything was great. But maybe because the flights were red eye, no meals were served, just chips. I flew Alaska Air 1st class at 9PM (2 hour flight) and they served beef short rib sliders!

Plane was turned around due to fog half way into the flight, Delta did not properly direct passengers to stay on same flight and instead failed to properly rebook on Alaska

It was for the most part a 10/10 they said they had entertainment options but all they had was old movies for streaming from the mid 2010’s so like 10 years ago

all good for a very budget flight - well priced and excellent service. Will fly again

I appreciate the economy price of the tickets. The long flight made the comfort level on the lower average side. Wi-Fi connection was not consistent but working. Overall, I would fly again with zip air but next time get the flat, premium seats with the amount of money I would save otherwise.

You get what you pay for and nothing more. Wanted a cheap flight and that’s exactly what I got, though it’s human nature to wanting to feel like you got a good deal as well. There was none of that here. I was cheap and they were too. Got to my destination safely and that’s all that really matters.

Nice service. I wish it could provide hot water on the flight.

Wifi could have been better. Arrived 55 mins earlier than scheduled :)

Best part are two crying babies throughout the whole 11 hour trip

Inflight WiFi would lose connection when you don't continuously use it, and would sometimes be difficult to reconnect. Food quality could be a bit better. Other than that, it was excellent.

i requested refund and among $800 i got refunded 100 bucks :) how can it be possible?

Staff didn't speak much English but were attentive. Not one time was I offered a snack or complimentary drink.

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