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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 8:35 am and lands at 7:53 pm
• Latest: departs at 4:35 pm and lands at 3:53 am.

The flight takes about 11h 18m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport takes 11h 18m, covering 13,231 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport range from C$ 1,085 to C$ 1,727, with an average of C$ 1,323 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,085 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the C$ 1,323 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 1,163 round-trip via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared to C$ 1,319 for direct.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Japan Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport flights are:

• United Airlines: 80% on time
• Japan Airlines: 79% on time
• ANA: 79% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 77% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 78–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by ANA and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport flights, with 75% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport flights:

• Japan Airlines
• American Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 580, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 68 for economy cars. Top options include:

• IX Rental
• Yesaway
• Relax Rent A Car
• Times
• JDM Rent a car

Flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Tokyo Narita (NRT).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 16m.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport most commonly connect through:

• Incheon Intl (ICN) – 29% of one-stop connections
• Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) – 19% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,249 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,408, a difference of C$ 159.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

4 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Tokyo Narita Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• ANA
• Japan Airlines
• ZIPAIR

Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 26m, compared with 15h 40m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 15h 58m via Calgary (YYC).

Tokyo Narita Airport is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco (Japan Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Tokyo Narita Airport are Akihabara Electric Town and Kanda Myoujin Shrine. These are among the most viewed places in Tokyo Narita Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Tokyo Narita Airport flights:

• ZIPAIR: offers free seat selection
• ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Japan Airlines: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• ZIPAIR: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• ANA: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Japan Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Grand Hyatt is a luxurious on-site airport hotel located right by the airport's main entrance; the hotel has 351 soundproof rooms. If your flight gets delayed for more than a few hours, you can book an accommodation at this luxurious hotel.

There are animal-relief areas available at the San Francisco airport, including drinking areas and garbage areas. Animals are also allowed in the AirTrains that transport travelers to their terminal. Be aware that escalators and walkways are not safe for animals, so make sure to carry your pet, walk with them, or transport them in a kennel. Use elevators when necessary.

You can use AirTrain to get to your terminal at SFO. AirTrain provides a convenient train system for travelers to get from one terminal to the next. There are two lines that comprise SFO’s AirTrain system.

There are customized airport concierge services that include meeting and assisting families who are arriving, departing, and connecting to another flight. There is also baggage assistance provided to traveling families. Car-seat rentals are also offered with the help of the Airport Travel Agency. Nurseries are available in Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, the International Terminal Main Hall, and the International Terminal's G gates at SFO Airport.

Japan Airlines, Air Canada, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and United Airlines provide flights to Tokyo/Narita Airport. Furthermore, Japan Airlines and United Airlines provide non-stop flights to Narita Airport.