Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport is 11 hours 45 minutes.
Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of San Diego and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Each week, there are six San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, jump on the 11:40 JAL flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 13:35 with JAL.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SAN to NRT flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Tokyo (and then exploring more of Japan!) is a cinch with J-Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with J-Air on this route.
J-Air is the most punctual carrier operating SAN to NRT flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SAN and NRT include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Currently, R 4,763 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,508. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from SAN to NRT by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
74% of flights that take off from San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and explore beyond Tokyo's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Tokyo Narita Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
May is the busiest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Tokyo in March.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SAN to NRT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to explore other parts of Japan. Journey about 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its leading sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.