Cheap flights from San Diego International to Narita International from $699
Updated 2026-07-07
5544 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 11h 33m with 3 airlines operating direct service from San Diego International (SAN) to Narita International (NRT). Fares on this corridor stay relatively stable across the year — booking 4–8 weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure typically secures the best price.
Flying from San Diego International
San Diego International is the busiest single-runway commercial airport in the United States, sitting 3 miles from downtown San Diego. MTS Route 992 runs from the terminals directly to downtown in around 15 minutes for $2.50; the future Trolley extension (planned 2027) will provide direct light rail. Southwest and Alaska have the largest schedules; American, Delta and United add full-service capacity. Limited international long-haul — British Airways and Lufthansa serve London and Frankfurt direct.
Arriving in Tokyo
Tokyo Narita International is 60 km east of central Tokyo, with the Narita Express train reaching Tokyo Station in 53 minutes for ¥3,070. ANA, Japan Airlines, United, Delta and American operate the US-Tokyo corridor; Haneda (HND) increasingly handles new US-Tokyo capacity for shorter ground transfers. Cherry blossom season (late March–early April) is peak demand; January and August are the cheapest from US bases.
Who flies SAN to NRT?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| British Airways | BA | 11h 33m | Economy |
| Lufthansa | LH | 11h 33m | Economy |
| Japan Airlines | JL | 11h 33m | Economy |
3 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
San Diego to Tokyo FAQs
Direct flights from San Diego International (SAN) to Narita International (NRT) take approximately 11h 33m for the 5544-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
3 carriers operate direct service from San Diego International (SAN) to Narita International (NRT): British Airways, Lufthansa and Japan Airlines. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — British Airways typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
Visa-free for US passport holders up to 90 days. JESTA electronic authorisation phase-in expected by 2030. Always check travel.state.gov for the latest entry requirements before booking.
Narita International (NRT) is the primary international airport for Tokyo. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.