Are there direct flights from San Diego to Tokyo?

Historically, direct flights from San Diego to Tokyo have been available, accounting for approximately 0.6% of all flights on this route across the trailing quarter. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, flights with one or more stops are more common for this route.

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

The typical direct flight from San Diego to Tokyo has a median duration of 11 hours and 10 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to approximately 16 hours. The total air distance covered on this route is 8983 kilometers. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their journey, especially when considering connecting options.

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 represented approximately 0.5% of all available options across the trailing quarter. This indicates a slight premium for the convenience of non-stop travel on this route.

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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 reflects the long-haul nature of the route, covering a distance of 8983 km. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration accounts for the time spent during layovers.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from San Diego to Tokyo are typically $1094–$1777, with a median of $1438. Current fares are above the typical level, with only 3% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so monitoring prices can be beneficial.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Tokyo, April stands out with a median fare of $725. May also offers more affordable options, with a median fare of $1069, followed by August at a median of $1120. These months present the lowest median prices compared to other times of the year.

For flights from San Diego to Tokyo, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 0.6% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that travelers should generally expect to make multiple stops on their journey.

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Tokyo

Regular price: $794 - $1,582

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Diego to Tokyo is $794 to $1582. The current lowest deal is $803 with Korean Air for travel from Sep 8-Sep 22.

now $803

Low $794

High $1,582

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

All Nippon Airways

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Viva Macau

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Diego to Tokyo

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (NRT)

Air Canada

$960

$1,013

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (NRT)

United Airlines

$967

$1,099

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (NRT)

United Airlines

$1,246

$1,099

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (NRT)

Korean Air

$967

$803

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (NRT)

Japan Airlines

$1,035

$1,029

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SAN - Tokyo

San Diego (SAN) - Tokyo (NRT)

All Nippon Airways

$968

$1,150

One-way

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

11 nights

Mar 6 - Mar 17

$1,346 → $899

33%

8 nights

Mar 10 - Mar 18

$1,337 → $894

33%

14 nights

Mar 8 - Mar 22

$1,394 → $955

31%

14 nights

Mar 10 - Mar 24

$1,354 → $983

27%

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 for San Diego to Tokyo are above the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for prices as low as $725

Historically, April, May, and August offer the lowest median prices for flights to Tokyo.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights to Tokyo take 38h 47m on average

The median flight duration from San Diego to Tokyo is 38 hours and 47 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

60% of recent deals from San Diego to Tokyo included at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct deals

All Nippon Airways, Alaska Airlines, Viva Macau, and United Airlines offer direct deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from San Diego to Tokyo appear frequently, often within 30 days.

San Diego main airports to depart from

San Diego International (SAN)

Cheapest

San Diego International is a convenient and often more affordable option for flights to Tokyo.

📍 ~3 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$764

McClellan–Palomar (CLD)

McClellan–Palomar offers an alternative departure point for flights from San Diego to Tokyo.

📍 ~47 km from San Diego city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$835

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

Narita International Airport is a good option for flights from San Diego to Tokyo, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~63 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$763

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki (IBR) is a practical low-cost alternative due to its proximity to the Tokyo metropolitan area.

📍 ~60 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,017

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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 was observed to be around $904. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw prices rise to an average of $1934. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out showed an average price of $1438, indicating that waiting until closer to the departure date, within the ideal window, can result in more favorable pricing.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from San Diego to Tokyo is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $1094. The median price for this route during the same period was $1438. Prices above $1777 typically represent the higher end of the spectrum for this route. By comparing potential flight costs to these historical benchmarks, travelers can better assess the value of a given fare.

Historically, April has been the most affordable month to fly from San Diego to Tokyo, with a median price of $725. May also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $1069. The annual median price for this route was $1438, making these months notably cheaper. While August was also listed among the cheapest months with a median of $1120, it was also identified as the most expensive month, suggesting price variability during that period.

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San Diego to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from San Diego to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from San Diego to Tokyo

Regular price: $794 - $1,582

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Diego to Tokyo is $794 to $1582. The current lowest deal is $803 with Korean Air for travel from Sep 8-Sep 22.

now $803

Low $794

High $1,582

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