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Flight time
~11 hrs nonstop
Typical fare
$650–$1,400 roundtrip
Booking window
4–8 weeks ahead
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24/7 by phone
SFO to NRT (Tokyo Narita) is one of the most served Pacific routes, with ANA and JAL operating highly-rated nonstops in addition to United and Delta. Flight time runs about 11 hours. Tokyo has two airports: Narita (NRT, 60 km from city) and Haneda (HND, 15 km from city) — flights to HND are worth checking as ground transfers are much faster.
Tokyo is the world's largest metropolitan area by population and one of the most extraordinary cities on earth — a place where Michelin-starred restaurants outnumber those in Paris and New York combined, where ancient temples share blocks with capsule hotels and anime shops, and where every neighborhood has its own distinct personality.
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Departing from
San Francisco
SFO
San Francisco International
Arriving in
Tokyo
NRT
Narita International
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Fares shift significantly throughout the year. Here's when to book and when to avoid overpaying on this route.
Cold but dry. Fares are at their annual low. Excellent for ryokan (traditional inn) visits and skiing day trips to nearby mountains.
Cherry blossom (sakura) season typically peaks late March to mid-April — one of the world's great natural spectacles. Fares are higher than winter but demand is justified.
Post-sakura, pre-summer. Good weather, moderate crowds, reasonable fares. June is rainy season but still worth visiting.
Autumn foliage (koyo) from October–November rivals cherry blossoms in beauty. Comfortable temperatures, great food season, excellent value.
💡 Deal tip for this route
Book Tokyo flights in January–February or September for the lowest fares. Avoid Golden Week (late April–early May), Obon (mid-August), and the two holiday weekends around New Year's — domestic travel peaks drive up all fares. ANA and Japan Airlines both operate exceptional business classes on Pacific routes — ask our specialists about fare availability.
Planning your trip? Here are the highlights most worth your time in Tokyo.
Tokyo's oldest temple, founded in 628 AD. Arrive before 8am to experience the incense smoke, lantern-lit Nakamise shopping street, and temple grounds before the crowds. The surrounding Asakusa neighborhood retains old Tokyo atmosphere.
The world's busiest pedestrian crossing is unmissable. Watch it from the Starbucks overlooking it for free, or pay for the rooftop Shibuya Sky observation deck 229 meters above. Best at sunset and after dark.
The world-famous tuna auction moved to Toyosu, but Tsukiji's outer market of fishmongers, street food stalls, and seafood restaurants remains outstanding. Arrive by 7am for freshest breakfast — otoro sushi at this hour is extraordinary.
Golden Gai is a labyrinth of 200+ tiny bars, each seating 5–8 people, with decades of personality built into every counter. Kabukicho's neon chaos is a short walk away. This is Tokyo's night culture at its most concentrated.
Tokyo's most-talked-about modern art experience — a series of immersive digital art rooms including a famous infinite flower room and a water garden visitors wade through. Book tickets weeks in advance.
Nikko's ornate Toshogu Shrine complex is 2 hours by Shinkansen from Tokyo — a full baroque contrast to Tokyo's modernism. Or take the Shinkansen 2.5 hours to Kyoto for geisha districts, bamboo forests, and 1,600 temples.
Local insider tip
Tokyo's best ramen doesn't come from the famous shops with 2-hour queues. The real secret is the ramen noodle bars inside department store basement food halls (depachika) — Isetan in Shinjuku and Mitsukoshi in Ginza host rotating ramen specialists at reasonable prices with manageable waits.
Typical flight time is ~11 hrs nonstop. Exact duration varies by routing, stops, and wind. Our specialists can confirm times for your specific dates and find the fastest option. Call +1-800-779-8593.
Book Tokyo flights in January–February or September for the lowest fares. Avoid Golden Week (late April–early May), Obon (mid-August), and the two holiday weekends around New Year's — domestic travel peaks drive up all fares. ANA and Japan Airlines both operate exceptional business classes on Pacific routes — ask our specialists about fare availability. Generally, mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) price lower than weekends, and booking 4–8 weeks ahead captures the best available fares.
Major airlines serving this route include ANA, Japan Airlines, United Airlines, Delta. We compare all of them simultaneously and show the full price — base fare, taxes, and fees — before you commit.
Fares typically range $650–$1,400 roundtrip roundtrip, depending on season, booking window, and cabin class. Book Tokyo flights in January–February or September for the lowest fares. Avoid Golden Week (late April–early May), Obon (mid-August), and the two holiday weekends around New Year's — domestic travel peaks drive up all fares. ANA and Japan Airlines both operate exceptional business classes on Pacific routes — ask our specialists about fare availability.
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~11 hrs nonstop nonstop service is available on ANA and Japan Airlines. One-stop options via connecting hubs are often significantly cheaper. Search above or call +1-800-779-8593 for both options.