Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Naha Airport (OKA): what you need to know
Okinawa's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Okinawa 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SFO to OKA flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Naha Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and OKA include:
Narita International Airport
Haneda Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Naha Airport (OKA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Naha Airport flight is R 7,093. A return plane ticket right now is R 14,004. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SFO to OKA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Naha Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to OKA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Naha Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.36% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Naha Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Naha Airport (OKA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to OKA if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Naha Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Naha Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Rakuten, Relax car hire or Hello rent a car and chase adventure across Okinawa and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Naha Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Naha Airport (OKA) to central Okinawa
OKA is located at 150 Kagamizu, Naha.
From Naha Airport, Okinawa is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Naha Airport (OKA)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Naha Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Okinawa based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Naha Airport for August if you want to visit Okinawa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to OKA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Naha is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Okinawa. Around 18 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Nahashi Wakasa Community Centre, Namura Hall and 那覇地方検察庁・福岡高等検察庁那覇支部.
Ginowan is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 8 kilometres south-west of Okinawa. No trip is complete without experiencing ラウンドワンスタジアム沖縄宜野湾店スポッチャ, ラウンドワンスタジアム 沖縄・宜野湾店 カラオケ and ぎのわんマリーナ海の駅.