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Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 14,115 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 ج.م.‏ 14,115, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 14,115 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 14,115, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 17,895 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 ج.م.‏ 17,895, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 17,947 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 17,947, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 20,357 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 20,357, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 20,454 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 20,454, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 22,361 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 22,361, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 22,696 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 22,696, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose International to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from ج.م.‏ 17,947
Jun
from ج.م.‏ 17,895
Jul
from ج.م.‏ 14,115
Aug
from ج.م.‏ 14,115
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 20,357
Oct
from ج.م.‏ 22,696
Nov
from ج.م.‏ 22,361
Dec
from ج.م.‏ 32,737
Jan
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Apr
from ج.م.‏ 51,110

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San Jose to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 14,115
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time10 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineZipair
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from San Jose International 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 International to Tokyo is ج.م.‏ 28,915. 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 International to Tokyo.
Zipair flies direct from San Jose International to Tokyo.
As of May 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from San Jose International to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Tokyo is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from San Jose International Airport, 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 ج.م.‏ 28,915.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose International Airport to Tokyo on Wednesday, 6 August 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.
Currently, Zipair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tokyo.

Travelling from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Tokyo: what you need to know

  • Tokyo is 16 hours ahead of San Jose, where Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is located. Tokyo runs on the UTC+9 timezone.

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most traveled route, with three weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SJC to NRT is with ZIPAIR Tokyo at 15:40. Opt for the first departure with ZIPAIR Tokyo at 11:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Leave enough time to get on your SJC to Tokyo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Direct Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo tickets are available for booking. Narita International Airport (NRT) is where you'll arrive.

  • ZIPAIR Tokyo is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from SJC to Tokyo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • SJC is about 5 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near SJC. Whether you're catching an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that take off from SJC arrive at their destination on time.

  • SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Tokyo

  • ج.م.‏ 14,115 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return flight ticket right now is ج.م.‏ 28,915. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SJC to Tokyo.

  • May is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from SJC to Tokyo is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near HND:

  • Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and venture far and wide through Tokyo and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks before your flight from SJC to Tokyo.

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

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 64 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Following your SJC to Tokyo flight, kick back at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and be on your way in a flash.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

  • You'll find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

Best time to go to Tokyo

  • Visit Tokyo during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SJC to Tokyo in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.

More about Tokyo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Tokyo:

  • Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.

Explore more of Japan

  • Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.

  • Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.

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