Are there direct flights from San Diego to Tokyo?

Yes, direct flights from San Diego to Tokyo are available. Historically, direct flights have accounted for 0.6 of all available routes. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. This data is based on observations from the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from San Diego to Tokyo?

A direct flight from San Diego to Tokyo typically takes approximately 11 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 8983 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a longer duration, with a median travel time of 16 hours. The median direct flight time is 670 minutes, while flights with one stop average 960 minutes.

How much do direct flights from San Diego to Tokyo cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from San Diego to Tokyo have been about 7% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $1446, while connecting flights had a median price of $1349. Direct flights accounted for 0.5 of the available options in the trailing 90 days.

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San Diego to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from San Diego to Tokyo

A typical journey from San Diego to Tokyo takes about 38h 47m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 8983 kilometers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from San Diego to Tokyo, prices typically range from $1094–$1777, with a median of $1438. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better fares.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Tokyo? The most affordable month to fly is April, with a median fare of $725. Following closely, May offers a median fare of $1069, and August also presents a more budget-friendly option with a median of $1120.

Most itineraries from San Diego to Tokyo connect at least once. Only 0.6% of recent fares were for non-stop flights, meaning the vast majority of journeys will involve connections. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Tokyo

Regular price: $855 - $1,925

Prices for flights from San Diego to Tokyo are currently below the regular range.

Regularly, flights from San Diego to Tokyo range from $855 to $1925. The current lowest deal is $771 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 12-Aug 26.

now $771

Low $855

High $1,925

The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Tokyo is April, with a median price of $725. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2007. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $725

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,007

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Direct flights from San Diego to Tokyo

Japan Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Diego to Tokyo

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (HND)

All Nippon Airways

$1,121

$1,056

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (NRT)

United Airlines

$1,265

$1,105

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (NRT)

All Nippon Airways

$1,284

$1,047

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (NRT)

All Nippon Airways

$1,092

$1,058

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (HND)

United Airlines

$1,264

$1,075

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (HND)

All Nippon Airways

$1,266

$1,089

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Diego to Tokyo

5 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 31

$1,121 → $814

27%

7 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 26

$1,098 → $810

26%

2 nights

Aug 22 - Aug 24

$1,149 → $864

25%

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

$1,141 → $878

23%

Popular Airports to fly from San Diego to Tokyo

San Diego - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from San Diego to Tokyo are above the typical level, with 3% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $725.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 38h 47m

The typical flight duration from San Diego to Tokyo is 38h 47m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

60% of recent flights from San Diego to Tokyo are connecting, with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Japan Airlines offers direct flights

Japan Airlines has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from San Diego to Tokyo are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

San Diego main airports to depart from

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International is a convenient departure point for flights to Tokyo, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~5 km from San Diego (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$781

McClellan–Palomar (CLD)

McClellan–Palomar provides an alternative departure option from the San Diego area for your trip to Tokyo.

📍 ~40 km from San Diego (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$898

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

Narita International Airport is a good option for flights from San Diego to Tokyo.

📍 ~60 km from Tokyo (reachable by train or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$781

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki Airport can be a useful alternative for budget-conscious travelers due to its low-cost carrier focus.

📍 ~70 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$961

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Diego to Tokyo is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $904. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $1934. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be more expensive, averaging around $1438, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from San Diego to Tokyo is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $1094. The median price for this route historically stands at $1438. Prices above $1777 are typically in the more expensive range, based on observations over a 90-day period.

Historically, April has been the most affordable month to fly from San Diego to Tokyo, with a median price of $725. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $1069. While August shows a median of $1120, it was also identified as the most expensive month overall, indicating price variability. The annual median price for this route is $1438, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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San Diego to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from San Diego to Tokyo

A typical journey from San Diego to Tokyo takes about 38h 47m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 8983 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Tokyo

Regular price: $855 - $1,925

Prices for flights from San Diego to Tokyo are currently below the regular range.

Regularly, flights from San Diego to Tokyo range from $855 to $1925. The current lowest deal is $771 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 12-Aug 26.

now $771

Low $855

High $1,925

The cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Tokyo

April

Cheapest

Flights from $725

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,007

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec