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Route Guide — SFONRT

San Francisco to Tokyo Flights

San Francisco International (SFO) → Narita International (NRT)

San Francisco, USA to Tokyo, JP

San Francisco to Tokyo (SFO–NRT) is a highly competitive trans-Pacific route with daily nonstop service from Japan Airlines, ANA, and United (~10.5 hours). Economy fares range from USD $600–$1,300; business class from USD $2,500–$5,800. Book 10–14 weeks ahead for best fares. Cherry blossom season (March–April) books out months in advance.

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Japan Airlines
ANA
United Airlines
Updated April 19, 2026

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Route Facts at a Glance

Nonstop duration~11h
One-stop total1417h
Economy fromUSD $820
Business fromUSD $3,400

Fare Ranges — 2026

Round-trip fares from San Francisco. Prices vary by season and advance booking time.

CabinLowTypicalPeak
EconomyUSD $820USD $1,200USD $1,780
Business ClassUSD $3,400USD $5,000USD $7,900

Best Booking Windows

Economy

12 weeks ahead recommended

10–14 weeks for best economy fares on SFO–NRT

Business Class

18 weeks ahead recommended

Book 4–5 months out; JAL/ANA awards open 11–12 months ahead

Seasonal Fare Guide

Peak

Mar–Apr, Jul–Aug

Cherry blossom season (late March–early April) is extremely popular. Book 5–6 months ahead.

Shoulder

Oct–Nov, May

Autumn foliage (October) is beautiful and moderately busy. May is good value.

Low

Jan–Feb, Dec (exc. New Year)

January–February (post New Year) offers the best fares. Excellent winter skiing in Japan.

Airlines on This Route

Nonstop

Japan Airlines (JL)

Daily nonstop SFO–NRT. JAL Sky Suite business class is one of the best on this route. 5-star airline rating. Excellent service and meal quality.

Economy
Premium Economy
Business Class
Nonstop

ANA (NH)

Daily nonstop SFO–NRT. ANA Business Class 'The Room' features enclosed suite doors and fully flat bed. Top-rated Japanese service.

Economy
Premium Economy
Business Class
Nonstop

United Airlines (UA)

Daily nonstop SFO–NRT. Polaris Business Class lie-flat. Convenient for United MileagePlus members with Star Alliance connections.

Economy
Premium Economy
Business Class

Common Stopover Hubs

Los Angeles (LAX)
Seattle (SEA)
Seoul Incheon (ICN)

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Economy from USD $820 round-trip

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