$374 Cheap Flights from Tokyo (NRT) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Tokyo to San Francisco (NRT-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $374 for one-way flights and $648 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Singapore Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Sun, Mar 1
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$648 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$648
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Sun, Mar 1, priced at $648 found 5 hours ago
ZIPAIR
Mon, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 22
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$661 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$661
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select ZIPAIR flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $661 found 3 days ago
Air Canada
Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 17
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$711 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$711
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $711 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 23
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$746 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$746
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 2 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Mon, Feb 23, priced at $746 found 5 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Thu, Aug 28 - Thu, Sep 4
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$764 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$764
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $764 found 1 hour ago
China Eastern Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 23
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$776 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$776
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $776 found 7 hours ago
United
Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 9
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$789 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$789
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $789 found 3 days ago
Cathay Pacific
Thu, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 3
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$828 Roundtrip, just found
$828
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Thu, Dec 18 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jan 3, priced at $828 just found
Asiana Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Sun, Sep 7
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$834 Roundtrip, just found
$834
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $834 just found
Air Premia
Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 15
NRT
Tokyo
SFO
San Francisco
$857 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$857
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Premia flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Tokyo to San Francisco, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $857 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo (NRT) to San Francisco (SFO)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $562 - $1,428 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Flights from Tokyo (NRT) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Narita Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air Premia, Alaska Airlines, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, EVA Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, STARLUX Airlines, Singapore Airlines, United, WestJet, ZIPAIR
Roundtrip price
$647
Distance
5111 mi
Average flight time
-6 hours -16 mins

Tokyo to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Tokyo to San Francisco are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Tokyo to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Tokyo to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Tokyo to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Tokyo to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Tokyo to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $374 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Tokyo to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Tokyo to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Cheap return fares from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) start from $767. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a ZIPAIR flight leaving NRT on August 19 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from NRT to SFO?
The cheapest flights from NRT to SFO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Select from 4 carriers that operate direct flights from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). These include:

  • United Airlines
  • JAL
  • ZIPAIR Tokyo

What is the cheapest airline that flies from NRT to SFO?
Jet off from NRT to SFO with ZIPAIR. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting at $384. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from NRT on October 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Every day on average, 4 nonstop flights operate from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Choose the departure that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The 5 PM departures from NRT to SFO are the top choice for many travelers. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save on your fare, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from NRT to SFO?
Friday offers the most flights from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The first flight of the day taking off from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) is at around 4:50PM UTC+9. Board this plane and you'll touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 9:15AM UTC-8. The total flight duration is 9h 25m.
How long does it take to fly from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It takes approximately 9 hours and 16 minutes to fly the 5,100 mi from NRT to SFO.
What airline has the least delays from NRT to SFO?
ZIPAIR Tokyo has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time score of 80%. Use the Expedia App to see your flight status before you jet off and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) on schedule, pick a flight that leaves from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the only airport in San Francisco with direct flights from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT). Check out the available options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a ticket from NRT to SFO often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute deals, they aren't always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for a better chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a NRT to SFO flight and hotel package?
Opting for a NRT to SFO flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our wide range of stays and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Narita Intl. Airport (NRT) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your NRT to SFO flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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