Skyscanner

Cheap Flights from San Jose to Tokyo

Travellers and cabin class

Compare San Jose to Tokyo flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Tokyo

Book the best Tokyo fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from San Jose to Tokyo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose to Tokyo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tokyo.R 5,127 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,127, select.
Tokyo.R 5,139 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,139, select.
Tokyo.R 5,345 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,345, select.
Tokyo.R 6,486 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,486, select.
Tokyo.R 7,411 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,411, select.
Tokyo.R 7,960 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,960, select.
Tokyo.R 8,041 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,041, select.
Tokyo.R 8,437 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Tokyo Haneda.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,437, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from R 5,345
Jun
from R 6,486
Jul
from R 5,139
Aug
from R 5,127
Sep
from R 7,411
Oct
from R 7,960
Nov
from R 8,645
Dec
from R 8,437
Jan
from R 11,571
Feb
from R 8,041
Mar
from R 11,812
Apr
Find prices

Direct flights from San Jose to Tokyo

Alternative San Jose to Tokyo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Jose to Tokyo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Jose to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,127
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time10 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineZipair
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from San Jose to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Omitama.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose to Tokyo is R 10,529. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose to Tokyo.
Zipair flies direct from San Jose to Tokyo.
As of May 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from San Jose to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Tokyo is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from San Jose, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Narita – which is 63.7 km away from the centre of Tokyo. We've found flights into this airport from R 10,529.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Jose to Tokyo on Thursday, 31 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tokyo is Zipair .

Flying from San Jose to Tokyo: what you need to know

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is San Jose's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from San Jose to Tokyo leaving from here.

  • Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's primary gateways.

  • Book a direct San Jose to Tokyo flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 55 minutes.

  • Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of San Jose and observes the UTC+9 timezone.

  • With three flights a week between the two airports, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from San Jose to Tokyo with ZIPAIR Tokyo at 11:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from SJC to NRT is with ZIPAIR Tokyo at 12:05.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your San Jose to Tokyo flight.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Tokyo

  • R 5,127 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Tokyo. A return flight starts at R 10,483. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap San Jose to Tokyo flights, reserve your journey two months ahead of your planned departure.

  • May is the best month for landing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from San Jose to Tokyo. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from San Jose to Tokyo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in a cheap San Jose to Tokyo flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from San Jose to Tokyo, you can leave from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Get from SJC to Narita International Airport (NRT) in one seamless trip.

  • Be on the lookout for promotions with ZIPAIR Tokyo. This carrier offers direct San Jose to Tokyo plane tickets out of SJC.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for San Jose to Tokyo flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

    • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)

  • The journey from central San Jose to SJC takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from San Jose to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SJC arrive at their destination as scheduled 84.69% of the time.

  • The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Arriving in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from San Jose to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near HND:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times to explore Tokyo and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks in advance of your San Jose to Tokyo flight.

  • You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Following your flight from San Jose to Tokyo, it takes approximately 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from San Jose to Tokyo:

  • Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at NRT can land you a better rate.

  • Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

Best time to go to Tokyo

  • April is the most popular month for flights from San Jose to Tokyo. To avoid the crowds, head to Tokyo in February.

  • Book a San Jose to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from San Jose to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Tokyo

  • Once you've booked your flight from San Jose to Tokyo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:

  • Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.

Explore more of Japan

  • Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in Japan, head for Osaka, roughly 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Jose to Tokyo

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.