Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sendai Airport (SDJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Sendai is UTC+9, which is 17 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 way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your SFO to SDJ flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Sendai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and SDJ include:
Incheon International Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
Right now, R 7,521 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Sendai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 17,158. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from SFO to SDJ, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sendai Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SFO to SDJ.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sendai Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
78% of flights that leave from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sendai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sendai Airport (SDJ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Francisco International Airport to Sendai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SDJ instead:
Pick up a Sendai Airport rental car and explore Sendai and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Times and Nissan Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sendai Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to central Sendai
SDJ is located at 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
Sendai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Sendai. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sendai Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Sendai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sendai Airport for August if you want to go to Sendai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to SDJ in January. Average temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Sendai, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey around 306 kilometres south to Tokyo to check off its top attractions. From Tokyo Skytree to Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 499 kilometres south-west of Sendai, 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.
