Flights from San Francisco to Tokyo

Nonstop flights from San Francisco to Tokyo take about 11h 5m, with 4 airlines flying the route.

Distance
5,139 mi
Nonstop flight
about 11h 5m
Time difference
+17h / +16h
Nonstop airlines
4
SFO
TYO

Fares from San Francisco to Tokyo

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About this route

San Francisco and Tokyo, Japan are about 5,139 miles apart. Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of San Francisco in January and 16 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. The scheduled nonstop takes around 11 hours 5 minutes.

Year-round service at both Tokyo airports.

Nonstop airlines

AirlineFromTo
All Nippon AirwaysSFO San Francisco International AirportHND Tokyo Haneda Airport
Japan AirlinesSFO San Francisco International AirportHND Tokyo Haneda Airport
United AirlinesSFO San Francisco International AirportHND Tokyo Haneda Airport
All Nippon AirwaysSFO San Francisco International AirportNRT Narita International Airport
Japan AirlinesSFO San Francisco International AirportNRT Narita International Airport
United AirlinesSFO San Francisco International AirportNRT Narita International Airport
Zipair TokyoSFO San Francisco International AirportNRT Narita International Airport

Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.

Getting from the airport into Tokyo

HND

Tokyo Haneda Airport

9 miles (15 km) from the city centre

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TrainTokyo Monorail Haneda Express to Hamamatsucho (local trains take 24 minutes)about 13m
NRT

Narita International Airport

37 miles (60 km) from the city centre. 42.3 million passengers in 2025

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TrainKeisei Skyliner to Nippori (fastest journey, from Terminal 2/3)about 36m
TrainJR Narita Express between the airport and Tokyo Stationabout 53m

Travel essentials for Tokyo

Entry requirements for US citizens

US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for tourist stays under 90 days in Japan.

The passport must be valid for the entire stay, with at least one blank page. The State Department recommends completing arrival procedures through Visit Japan Web beforehand; all visitors are fingerprinted and photographed on arrival. Japan's planned JESTA online pre-registration for visa-exempt visitors is reported as scheduled for fiscal year 2028, so it is not required in October 2026.

Check the official guidance

Currency
Japanese yen (JPY)
Language
Japanese
Plugs
Type A and B, 100 V
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo

When to visit Tokyo

Spring cherry blossom and autumn foliage are the popular seasons, while winter is cheaper. Tokyo also has a rainy season and typhoons, and August is the hottest month.

Average temperatures in Tokyo (°F)

20°40°60°80°100°Jan: average high 49.6°F (10°C), low 34.2°F (1°C)34.2°JanFeb: average high 51.6°F (11°C), low 35.8°F (2°C)FebMar: average high 57.6°F (14°C), low 41°F (5°C)MarApr: average high 66.9°F (19°C), low 49.6°F (10°C)AprMay: average high 74.5°F (24°C), low 58.3°F (15°C)MayJun: average high 79°F (26°C), low 65.3°F (19°C)JunJul: average high 85.8°F (30°C), low 72.3°F (22°C)JulAug: average high 88.3°F (31°C), low 74.3°F (24°C)88.3°AugSep: average high 81.5°F (28°C), low 68.5°F (20°C)SepOct: average high 71.6°F (22°C), low 58.6°F (15°C)OctNov: average high 62.1°F (17°C), low 47.8°F (9°C)NovDec: average high 53.6°F (12°C), low 38.8°F (4°C)Dec
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MonthAvg highAvg low
Jan49.6°F (10°C)34.2°F (1°C)
Feb51.6°F (11°C)35.8°F (2°C)
Mar57.6°F (14°C)41°F (5°C)
Apr66.9°F (19°C)49.6°F (10°C)
May74.5°F (24°C)58.3°F (15°C)
Jun79°F (26°C)65.3°F (19°C)
Jul85.8°F (30°C)72.3°F (22°C)
Aug88.3°F (31°C)74.3°F (24°C)
Sep81.5°F (28°C)68.5°F (20°C)
Oct71.6°F (22°C)58.6°F (15°C)
Nov62.1°F (17°C)47.8°F (9°C)
Dec53.6°F (12°C)38.8°F (4°C)

Tips for visiting Tokyo

  • Suica and Pasmo prepaid IC cards work interchangeably on Tokyo trains and subways and also pay at convenience stores; Welcome Suica for tourists has no deposit and a 28-day validity.
  • Mobile Suica works through Apple Pay and Google Pay wallets.
  • Complete Visit Japan Web before departure to speed up arrival procedures.
  • Japan's outlets are mostly two-prong Type A at 100 V, which suits most US devices without an adapter.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Tokyo?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Tokyo is typically scheduled for about 11 hours 5 minutes. Flights with a connection take longer, depending on the layover.

Which airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Tokyo?

As of October 2026, All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines, United Airlines and Zipair Tokyo fly nonstop between San Francisco and Tokyo.

Which airports do nonstop flights use?

Nonstop flights leave from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and arrive at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT).

How far is Tokyo from San Francisco?

Tokyo is about 5,139 miles (8,271 km) from San Francisco, measured between the city centres.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Tokyo?

Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of San Francisco in January and 16 hours ahead of it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Tokyo?

US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for tourist stays under 90 days in Japan. This applies to US citizens; other nationalities should check their own requirements.

How do I get from Tokyo Haneda Airport to central Tokyo?

One option is tokyo Monorail Haneda Express to Hamamatsucho (local trains take 24 minutes), which takes about 13 minutes.

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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.

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