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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from San Diego to Tokyo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Tokyo.$714 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 9, returning Sat, Aug 16.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines and Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Sat, Aug 9, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Zipair, departing from Tokyo Narita on Sat, Aug 16, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $714, select.
Tokyo.$772 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 29, returning Fri, Aug 22.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Tue, Jul 29, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Zipair, departing from Tokyo Narita on Fri, Aug 22, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $772, select.
Tokyo.$794 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 26, returning Wed, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with WestJet and Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from San Diego International on Mon, May 26, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Zipair, departing from Tokyo Narita on Wed, Jun 4, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $794, select.
Tokyo.$802 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 16, returning Mon, Jul 21.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Jul 16, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Zipair, departing from Tokyo Narita on Mon, Jul 21, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $802, select.
Tokyo.$815 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 30, returning Tue, Sep 16.Round-trip flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Sat, Aug 30, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Zipair, departing from Tokyo Narita on Tue, Sep 16, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $815, select.
Tokyo.$816 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 27, returning Fri, May 30.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines and Zipair.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Tue, May 27, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Zipair, departing from Tokyo Narita on Fri, May 30, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $816, select.
Tokyo.$818 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 3, returning Tue, Nov 11.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from San Diego International on Mon, Nov 3, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Tokyo Narita on Tue, Nov 11, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $818, select.
Tokyo.$820 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 12, returning Fri, Jan 16.Round-trip flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from San Diego International on Mon, Jan 12, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departing from Tokyo Narita on Fri, Jan 16, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $820, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from $816
Jun
from $866
Jul
from $802
Aug
from $714
Sep
from $865
Oct
from $873
Nov
from $818
Dec
from $821
Jan
from $820
Feb
from $823
Mar
from $863
Apr
from $869

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San Diego to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$714
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time11 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Omitama.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Diego to Tokyo is $714. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Tokyo.
Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from San Diego to Tokyo.
There are 33 flights per week flying from San Diego to Tokyo, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Tokyo is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from San Diego, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Narita – which is 63.7 km away from the center of Tokyo. We've found flights to this airport from $714.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Tokyo on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 47 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tokyo is Frontier Airlines, and the cheapest airline that flies to Tokyo Narita Airport is American Airlines.

Traveling from San Diego to Tokyo: what you need to know

  • Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Tokyo taking off from here.

  • Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's major entry points.

  • Around 11 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct San Diego to Tokyo flight.

  • Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo 16 hours ahead of San Diego.

  • With seven flights a week between the two airports, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from San Diego to Tokyo with JAL at 11:40. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from SAN to NRT is with JAL at 13:30.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your San Diego to Tokyo flight.

  • If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tokyo

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Tokyo is $348. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $714. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To score cheap San Diego to Tokyo flights, reserve your trip seven months before your departure date.

  • Schedule your trip for October. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on plane tickets from San Diego to Tokyo. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Getting a cheap flight from San Diego to Tokyo is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' San Diego to Tokyo flights.

Flying from San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • You can book a direct flight from San Diego to Tokyo departing from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Start your trip at SAN and arrive at Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • JAL is a popular airline that offers direct San Diego to Tokyo plane tickets from SAN.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper San Diego to Tokyo flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from San Diego International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Located around 3 kilometers from the center of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Diego to Tokyo or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 71.38% of flights that leave from San Diego International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbor Dr.

Arriving in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 14 kilometers. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and venture far and wide through Tokyo and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

  • The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 56 kilometers from the center of Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from San Diego to Tokyo, it'll take you approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from San Diego to Tokyo:

  • Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental make collecting a Narita International Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT will save you money.

  • Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

Best time to go to Tokyo

  • April is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Tokyo. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Tokyo in February.

  • When booking your San Diego to Tokyo tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from San Diego to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Tokyo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Tokyo:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top attractions which should feature on every Tokyo itinerary.

Explore more of Japan

  • Tokyo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 31 kilometers south-west of Tokyo, a visit to Yokohama will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.

  • Around 402 kilometers west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.

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