What percentage of San Francisco to Osaka flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, direct flights from San Francisco to Osaka are not common, accounting for approximately 1.1% of all flights. The vast majority of travelers on this route will typically have connecting flights. For those connecting, the median number of stopovers observed is 2. This indicates that direct options are rare and most journeys will involve at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from San Francisco to Osaka?

A direct flight from San Francisco to Osaka typically takes approximately 12 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 8691 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, usually around 24 hours and 0 minutes. Travelers should account for this significant difference in travel time when planning their journey to Osaka.

Are non-stop flights from San Francisco to Osaka worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from San Francisco to Osaka typically come with a premium of about 4% compared to connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $1382, while connecting flights had a median price of $1334 across the trailing 90 days. Given that direct flights represent only 1.2% of the available options, the slight price increase might be considered for the convenience and reduced travel time they offer.

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San Francisco to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Osaka

Only 2% of recent fares from San Francisco to Osaka were classified as a good price, indicating that finding particularly low fares can be challenging. For cheap flights from San Francisco to Osaka, prices typically range from $1148–$1548, with a median of $1334. Right now, fares are near the typical level.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Osaka? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $841. Following February, July offers a median fare of $1159, and November presents a median of $1248.

A typical journey from San Francisco to Osaka takes about 12h 20m, including connections. This route is classified as a long-haul journey, covering a distance of 8691 km. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Osaka

Regular price: $750 - $1,565

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Osaka are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Osaka is between $750 and $1565. The current lowest deal is $787 with Viva Macau for travel from Jan 17-Jan 30.

now $787

Low $750

High $1,565

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Osaka

The cheapest month to fly from SFO to OSA is February, with a median price of $841. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1773. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $841

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,773

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Osaka

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Osaka

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$759

$743

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Alaska Airlines, Inc., Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$750

$449

One-way

Sat, Nov 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$757

$631

One-way

Sun, Nov 29

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$770

$664

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Frontier Airlines

$849

$551

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$853

$563

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Osaka

12 nights

Jan 14 - Jan 26

$836 → $294

65%

18 nights

Jan 8 - Jan 26

$832 → $401

52%

23 nights

Jan 6 - Jan 29

$831 → $413

50%

15 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 22

$863 → $459

47%

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San Francisco - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from SFO to OSA are near the typical level of $1334.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to OSA, with a median price of $841.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 12h 20m.

Direct flights from SFO to OSA typically average 12h 20m, while connecting flights average 28h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights from San Francisco to Osaka.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from SFO to OSA appear frequently, making it easier to find good prices.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient departure airport for your trip to Osaka.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$740

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good option for flights from San Francisco to Osaka.

📍 ~38 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$734

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Kobe (UKB) is a useful alternative for domestic flights due to its extreme proximity to Osaka.

📍 ~25 km from Osaka (reachable by Port Liner or Bay Shuttle ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$926

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Francisco to Osaka is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1338. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $1742. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows higher average prices, around $1641, across the trailing 90 days.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from San Francisco to Osaka is considered to be $1148 or less. The median price for this route was $1334. Prices tend to increase for the upper quartile, with 75% of observed prices being $1548 or less. Aiming for a price at or below $1148 will typically secure a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from San Francisco to Osaka include February, with a median price of $841, and July, with a median price of $1159. The annual median price for this route is $1334. While November also shows a median price of $1248, February stands out as the most budget-friendly option across the trailing 270 days. Travelers looking for lower fares might consider these months.

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San Francisco to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Osaka

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Osaka

Regular price: $750 - $1,565

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Osaka are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Osaka is between $750 and $1565. The current lowest deal is $787 with Viva Macau for travel from Jan 17-Jan 30.

now $787

Low $750

High $1,565

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Osaka

February

Cheapest

Flights from $841

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,773

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Osaka

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Osaka

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$759

$743

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Alaska Airlines, Inc., Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$750

$449

One-way

Sat, Nov 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$757

$631

One-way

Sun, Nov 29

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$770

$664

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Frontier Airlines

$849

$551

One-way

Tue, Dec 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Osaka

San Francisco (SFO) - Osaka (KIX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$853

$563

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Osaka

12 nights

Jan 14 - Jan 26

$836 → $294

65%

18 nights

Jan 8 - Jan 26

$832 → $401

52%

23 nights

Jan 6 - Jan 29

$831 → $413

50%

15 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 22

$863 → $459

47%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Osaka

San Francisco - Osaka route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from SFO to OSA are near the typical level of $1334.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to OSA, with a median price of $841.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 12h 20m.

Direct flights from SFO to OSA typically average 12h 20m, while connecting flights average 28h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights from San Francisco to Osaka.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from SFO to OSA appear frequently, making it easier to find good prices.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient departure airport for your trip to Osaka.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$740

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Kansai International (KIX)

Cheapest

Kansai International Airport is a good option for flights from San Francisco to Osaka.

📍 ~38 km from Osaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$734

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Kobe (UKB)

Kobe (UKB) is a useful alternative for domestic flights due to its extreme proximity to Osaka.

Osaka, Japan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Osaka

Today’s best flight deals from San Francisco to Osaka

San Francisco to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Osaka

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Osaka

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Osaka

Direct flights from San Francisco to Osaka

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Osaka

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Osaka

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Osaka

San Francisco - Osaka route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 12h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

United Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently on this route.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Osaka

Best Elite deals to Osaka

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

When should I buy San Francisco to Osaka tickets?

How much should a flight from San Francisco to Osaka cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from San Francisco to Osaka?

What percentage of San Francisco to Osaka flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from San Francisco to Osaka?

Are non-stop flights from San Francisco to Osaka worth the extra cost?

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San Francisco to Osaka: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Osaka

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Osaka

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Osaka

Direct flights from San Francisco to Osaka

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Osaka

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Osaka

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Osaka

San Francisco - Osaka route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 12h 20m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

United Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently on this route.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Osaka main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Osaka used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Osaka

Best Elite deals to Osaka

Nov 24

Nov 29

Nov 29

Nov 26

Nov 29

Nov 26

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Osaka

When should I buy San Francisco to Osaka tickets?

How much should a flight from San Francisco to Osaka cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from San Francisco to Osaka?