What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tokyo to San Francisco?

China Eastern and Asiana Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Tokyo to San Francisco

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Tokyo to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, ZIPAIR have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for Tokyo to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Tokyo to San Francisco on average per week?

54 flights are operational weekly from Tokyo to San Francisco as of April 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Tokyo to San Francisco on average per day?

As of April 2026, 7 flights take off from Tokyo and land in San Francisco each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 17:00, with 60% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Tokyo to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 21% of flights between Tokyo and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 135 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tokyo to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Tokyo to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tokyo to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

£368 Cheap Flights from Tokyo to San Francisco in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Tokyo and San Francisco?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £707 to £485. The lowest price recently found on this route was £630.

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15:50 - 09:45

HND

SFO

9h 55mdirect

21:25 - 15:05

SFO

HND

25h 40m

1 stop

£630United Airlines

Thu, 20 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug

20:00 - 09:05

HND

SFO

29h 05m

1 stop

13:00 - 18:30

SFO

HND

37h 30m

1 stop

£645China Eastern

Fri, 23 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct

02:00 - 15:30

HND

SFO

29h 30m

1 stop

23:20 - 22:50

SFO

HND

31h 30m

1 stop

£675Multiple Airlines

Sun, 14 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun

01:30 - 16:00

HND

SFO

30h 30m

1 stop

23:20 - 23:30

SFO

HND

32h 10m

1 stop

£686Asiana Airlines

Thu, 27 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep

01:30 - 15:30

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SFO

30h 00m

1 stop

23:20 - 23:30

SFO

HND

32h 10m

1 stop

£687Asiana Airlines

Mon, 11 May - Mon, 3 Aug

21:55 - 15:15

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SFO

33h 20m

1 stop

10:55 - 13:55

SFO

HND

11h 00mdirect

£699United Airlines

Wed, 1 Jul - Fri, 3 Jul

01:30 - 16:00

HND

SFO

30h 30m

1 stop

23:20 - 23:30

SFO

HND

32h 10m

1 stop

£709Asiana Airlines

Sat, 22 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug

01:30 - 15:30

HND

SFO

30h 00m

1 stop

23:20 - 23:30

SFO

HND

32h 10m

1 stop

£710Asiana Airlines

Tue, 12 May - Fri, 31 Jul

20:05 - 15:30

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SFO

35h 25m

1 stop

23:20 - 23:30

SFO

HND

32h 10m

1 stop

£717Asiana Airlines

Sun, 10 May - Sat, 1 Aug

01:30 - 15:30

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SFO

30h 00m

1 stop

23:20 - 23:30

SFO

HND

32h 10m

1 stop

£732Asiana Airlines

Sun, 7 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun

United Airlines flights from Tokyo to San Francisco

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United Airlines

20 Aug

HND15:50Tokyo Haneda

9h 55m

SFO09:45San Francisco

20 Aug

SFO21:25San Francisco

25h 40m

1 stop

HND15:05Tokyo Haneda

£630

United Airlines

1 Jul

HND21:55Tokyo Haneda

33h 20m

1 stop

SFO15:15San Francisco

3 Jul

SFO10:55San Francisco

11h 00m

HND13:55Tokyo Haneda

£699

United Airlines

7 May

HND18:10Tokyo Haneda

30h 38m

1 stop

SFO08:48San Francisco

18 May

SFO10:25San Francisco

11h 30m

HND13:55Tokyo Haneda

£984

Asiana Airlines flights from Tokyo to San Francisco

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Asiana Airlines

27 Aug

HND01:30Tokyo Haneda

30h 30m

1 stop

SFO16:00San Francisco

1 Sept

SFO23:20San Francisco

32h 10m

1 stop

HND23:30Tokyo Haneda

£686

Asiana Airlines

11 May

HND01:30Tokyo Haneda

30h 00m

1 stop

SFO15:30San Francisco

3 Aug

SFO23:20San Francisco

32h 10m

1 stop

HND23:30Tokyo Haneda

£687

Asiana Airlines

22 Aug

HND01:30Tokyo Haneda

30h 30m

1 stop

SFO16:00San Francisco

28 Aug

SFO23:20San Francisco

32h 10m

1 stop

HND23:30Tokyo Haneda

£709

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Tokyo Haneda

Thu 20/8

15:50-09:45

Nonstop9h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 20/8

21:25-15:05

1 stop25h 40m

£630

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HNDSFO

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 23/10

20:00-09:05

1 stop29h 05m

San Francisco

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13:00-18:30

1 stop37h 30m

£645

TokyoSan Francisco

HND - SFO

HNDSFO

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 14/6

02:00-15:30

1 stop29h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 28/6

23:20-22:50

1 stop31h 30m

£675

TokyoSan Francisco

HND - SFO

HNDSFO

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 27/8

01:30-16:00

1 stop30h 30m

San Francisco

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23:20-23:30

1 stop32h 10m

£686

TokyoSan Francisco

HND - SFO

HNDSFO

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 11/5

01:30-15:30

1 stop30h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 3/8

23:20-23:30

1 stop32h 10m

£687

TokyoSan Francisco

HND - SFO

HNDSFO

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 1/7

21:55-15:15

1 stop33h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 3/7

10:55-13:55

Nonstop11h 00m

£699

TokyoSan Francisco

HND - SFO

HNDSFO

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 22/8

01:30-16:00

1 stop30h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 29/8

23:20-23:30

1 stop32h 10m

£709

TokyoSan Francisco

HND - SFO

HNDSFO

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 12/5

01:30-15:30

1 stop30h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 31/7

23:20-23:30

1 stop32h 10m

£710

TokyoSan Francisco

HND - SFO

HNDSFO

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 10/5

20:05-15:30

1 stop35h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

23:20-23:30

1 stop32h 10m

£717

TokyoSan Francisco

HND - SFO

HNDSFO

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 7/6

01:30-15:30

1 stop30h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 23/6

23:20-23:30

1 stop32h 10m

£732

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Tokyo and San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Tokyo, with most prices found around £192. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of January, then departing from Tokyo during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £214.

What is the cheapest Tokyo to San Francisco flight route?

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Can stopping save me money on Tokyo to San Francisco flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Tokyo to San Francisco.

How have Tokyo to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Tokyo to San Francisco flights are approximately 8% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Tokyo to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	9h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in San Francisco	1 airport

The fastest flight from Tokyo to San Francisco takes 9h 45m

Direct flights go from Tokyo to San Francisco every day.

There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From Tokyo there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Tokyo to San Francisco

How far is Tokyo to San Francisco by plane?
The straight-line distance from Tokyo to San Francisco is 5133.0 mi. Typically, this will take 9h 45m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tokyo to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Tokyo to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tokyo to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tokyo to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to San Francisco Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San Francisco Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Tokyo to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Tokyo and San Francisco, the leading plane model is Boeing 777-300ER, making up 31.78% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777 with 20.35%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 16.93%, and Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 16.20%.

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