$591 Cheap United flights Sacramento (SMF) to Tokyo (NRT)

Apply the "Price (lowest to highest)" filter on Expedia to search for cheap United Airlines return flights from $1,169 from SMF to NRT. Affordable one-way options from $591 are also available.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scoring the best United Airlines deals from SMF to NRT often comes down to timing. You can save 17% on international flights when you book 18 to 29 days before takeoff instead of four to five months ahead. As an added bonus, you can pocket 17% on average by buying your tickets on a Sunday rather than a Friday, which is usually the most expensive day to book.* It's a good idea to start checking out flights about one month before your travel dates.*Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.

Filter your results by "Early Morning" and "Morning" to find the earliest departures from SMF to NRT. Taking off early means you're 20% less likely to experience cancellations.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.

Offering a rewarding loyalty program, United Airlines is a top pick for many travelers flying from SMF to NRT. Plus, if you're a United Mileage Plus and One Key™ member booking through Expedia, you can earn OneKeyCash™* on eligible flights along with your airline miles.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.