How to find cheap flights from San Jose to Japan
Pick up a return flight from San Jose to Japan starting at ر.ق. 3,072, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from San Jose into Tokyo Narita in Tokyo with that fare.
ر.ق. 1,423 is the lowest price available for a one-way trip.
Want to let the lowest fares decide where you head to next? Select 'Japan' in the 'To' field to find the cheapest deals by city.
With around 35 international airports, Japan gives you plenty of arrival options.
Broaden your search by selecting 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the airports closest to both your departure and destination points, which could help you cut costs.
Early booking can pay off. Fares tend to rise as your trip date gets closer, not the other way around.
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Best time to fly from San Jose to Japan
Hop on a flight from San Jose to Japan in September and you'll be travelling at one of the cheapest times of the year.
A midweek trip can often work out better for your budget. Prices are generally lower on Tuesdays and Wednesdays compared to the rest of the week.
April, May and August are the busiest months to travel to Japan. April tops the list, making it an ideal time to visit if you want to see things in full swing.
Alternatively, skip the busiest travel periods by searching for flights in January, February and March. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Flights from San Jose to Japan: what to expect
Your flight from San Jose will take off from San Jose International Airport (SJC).
From San Jose, you can fly nonstop to at least one airport in Japan.
There's roughly one direct flight operating each week between San Jose and Japan.
The main airline flying this route is Zipair.
The most popular route from San Jose to Japan is to Tokyo.
Across all routes, the average journey comes in at around 11 hours.
Popular places to visit in Japan
Tokyo
This Kantō city is one of the leading destinations for San Jose to Japan flights. Kick off your sightseeing at unmissable attractions like TOKYO SKYTREE, Sensho-ji and Ginza Central Street.
You'll discover plenty of flight deals to Tokyo's busiest airport, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND). Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) is another option for arrivals.
Ready to lock in your perfect base? Browse the selection of hotels in Tokyo.
Osaka
The biggest draws in this Kansai city include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
When choosing where to land, your options include Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX), Itami Domestic (Osaka) Airport (ITM) and Kobe Airport (UKB).
Check out hotels in Osaka and lock in a stay that fits your travel plans.
Fukuoka
Itsukushima Shrine, Momochi Seaside Park and Ohori Park are well-known attractions to cross off while you're in this part of Kyushu-Okinawa.
Fukuoka Airport (FUK) is the main airport to plan your flight around.
Hunt down a deal on where you'll stay by browsing the list of hotels in Fukuoka.
Visiting Japan for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Know the entry rules before you fly. Rules can change depending on your passport and reason for travel. Always check with reliable sources like your airline, the local embassy or your travel agent.
The local currency is the Japanese yen (JPY). You can pay by credit or debit card at larger businesses, but this works less reliably beyond them.
Japan has a population of roughly 120 million. The capital city is Tokyo.
This destination has one standard time zone of UTC+9.
Weather can shape everything from how you explore to what you pack, so travel when the forecast suits your plans. August is Japan's warmest month.
Conditions are often coolest around January.
Rainy days are more common in January, while May is typically drier.
The Kyoto Gion Matsuri grand procession, Cherry Blossom (Sakura) Season and the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri parade are some of the major events here. Think about booking your San Jose to Japan flight around moments like these for a different travel experience.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
With your cheap flight from San Jose to Japan locked in, it's now time to plan what comes next. Discover competitive prices and places to suit every budget across hotels in Japan. You can also browse car rental options in Japan and compare offers from trusted companies in seconds.
