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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.ج.م.‏ 13,228 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,228, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 13,228 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,228, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 13,228 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,228, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 13,252 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,252, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 13,257 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,257, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 17,669 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar.One-way flight with Zipair.Outbound direct flight with Zipair departs from San Jose International on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 17,669, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 21,020 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 21,020, select.
Tokyo.ج.م.‏ 21,823 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 21,823, 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 April.
Feb
from ج.م.‏ 22,563
Mar
from ج.م.‏ 17,669
Apr
from ج.م.‏ 13,228
May
from ج.م.‏ 13,228
Jun
from ج.م.‏ 13,257
Jul
from ج.م.‏ 13,252
Aug
from ج.م.‏ 13,228
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 21,020
Oct
from ج.م.‏ 21,823
Nov
from ج.م.‏ 23,065
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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.

Tokyo Haneda

17km from central Tokyo
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from ج.م.‏ 19,292
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Tokyo Narita

64km from central Tokyo
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from ج.م.‏ 13,228
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Ibaraki

85km from central Tokyo
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San Jose to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 13,228
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time11 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airlineZipair
Average flights per week20

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

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Ibaraki.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose to Tokyo is ج.م.‏ 26,216. 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.
11 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose to Tokyo.
Zipair flies direct from San Jose to Tokyo.
As of February 2026, there are 60 flights per week flying from San Jose to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Tokyo is usually June.
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 ج.م.‏ 26,216.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Jose to Tokyo on Tuesday, 30 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 7 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 February, the average temperature is usually around 16°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

  • San Jose's main base, Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from San Jose to Tokyo.

  • Touch down in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).

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

  • Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo 16 hours ahead of San Jose.

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are three weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from San Jose to Tokyo is with ZIPAIR Tokyo at 15:40. Go for the first SJC to NRT departure with ZIPAIR Tokyo at 11:05 to fit in more activities on your first day in Tokyo.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your San Jose to Tokyo flight.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Tokyo

  • ج.م.‏ 13,228 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Tokyo. A return flight starts at ج.م.‏ 26,216. 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)

  • You can get a direct flight from San Jose to Tokyo leaving from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Begin your trip at SJC and end it at Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • ZIPAIR Tokyo is a popular carrier that offers direct San Jose to Tokyo plane tickets leaving from SJC.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing San Jose to Tokyo flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • 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 driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Jose to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that depart SJC arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Arriving in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.

  • If you have a late flight from San Jose to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near HND:

  • Pick up a Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

  • The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • After your flight from San Jose to Tokyo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near NRT. Unwind after your San Jose to Tokyo flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance 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

  • 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 to 29ºC.

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

More about Tokyo

  • Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from San Jose to Tokyo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Tokyo must-do list. 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

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