Flights from San Francisco to Tokyo
A long Pacific crossing with a substantial time-zone shift. Westbound flights cross the date line and arrive the following afternoon, so the itinerary reads oddly on paper even when it is straightforward in practice.
- Approximate nonstop time
- 10h 55m
- Distance
- 8,280 km
- Best months
- March to May, and October to November
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What to know before you book
- Narita is well outside central Tokyo; the train transfer takes roughly an hour and needs to be part of your arrival plan.
- Tokyo is served by both Narita and Haneda — confirm which one your itinerary uses, as they are not interchangeable.
- The date line means the outbound and return dates will not look symmetrical. Check the day of the week, not just the date.
Common questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Tokyo?
A nonstop flight takes approximately 10h 55m. Itineraries with a connection take longer, and the total depends on the connection time.
Which airports serve this route?
This page covers San Francisco International (SFO) in San Francisco and Narita International (NRT) in Tokyo. Other airports may serve either city — check which one your itinerary actually uses before arranging ground transport.
When is the best time to fly to Tokyo?
March to May, and October to November generally offers the best balance of weather and crowds. Airline schedules on this route can also thin outside the peak season.
Why is there no price on this page?
Because we do not hold a fare of our own to quote. Airfares change daily with availability, and a figure printed on a landing page would be out of date almost immediately. Run a search or send us the trip and you will get a current price with the fare, taxes and our service fee itemised.
