Travelling from San Diego to Tokyo: what you need to know
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Tokyo leaving from here.
Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's chief entry points.
A direct flight from San Diego to Tokyo takes an average of 11 hours 42 minutes. The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is 16 hours ahead of San Diego.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 7 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from San Diego to Tokyo is with JAL at 13:30. Go for the first SAN to NRT departure operated by JAL at 11:40 if you're more of an early bird.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from San Diego to Tokyo.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can visit Japan for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United States. But before reserving your cheap flight from San Diego to Tokyo, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
Flying from San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You can get a direct flight from San Diego to Tokyo jetting off from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Start your trip at SAN and end it at Narita International Airport (NRT).
JAL is a popular airline that operates direct flights from San Diego to Tokyo jetting out of SAN.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from San Diego to Tokyo departing from San Diego International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
SAN is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near San Diego International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego to Tokyo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel near HND if you're catching a late flight from San Diego to Tokyo. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
As soon as your flight from San Diego to Tokyo has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 58 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from San Diego to Tokyo:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tokyo
Rs91,892 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Tokyo. Return flights start from Rs188,603. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from San Diego to Tokyo, reserve your trip 2 months before your departure date.
October is the cheapest month for flight tickets from San Diego to Tokyo. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the most popular month for flights from San Diego to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, go to Tokyo in February.
When booking your flight from San Diego to Tokyo, consider the type of weather you like best. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Tokyo in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Tokyo, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
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