Flying from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport (SAN): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to jet off from in Tokyo. Check out your options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when booking your flight from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport (SAN).
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7, which is 16 hours behind Tokyo. San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tokyo to SAN, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Tokyo to SAN. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Haneda Airport (HND). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Haneda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Haneda Airport's on-time performance, 73.52% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Consider starting your journey from Narita International Airport (NRT). You can book a direct Tokyo to San Diego International Airport (SAN) plane ticket from this popular hub.
JAL offers direct flights from Tokyo to SAN departing from NRT. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
JAL is the top choice for travellers flying from NRT to SAN.
JAL is the most reliable carrier flying from Narita International Airport to San Diego International Airport, with 65.71% of its services arriving on schedule.
Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Narita International Airport and SAN:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
NRT is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It'll take 1 hour or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Tokyo to SAN flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance of 70.53%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SAN:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a San Diego International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through San Diego and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Tokyo to San Diego International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
San Diego International Airport to central San Diego is around 3 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport is R 5,274. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,659. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Tokyo to SAN, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Tokyo to San Diego International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport.
The best time to fly from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to visit San Diego. July is when most people book flights from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport (SAN), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Tokyo to SAN plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Diego to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Diego right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Tokyo to San Diego International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum are highlights which should feature on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.
Around 145 kilometres north-west of San Diego, Long Beach is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to SkyThrills! - Fly a Real Fighter Aircraft & Become A Fighter Pilot For A Day! Long Beach, CA, Queen Mary and The Queen Mary.