Flying from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) jetting off from here.
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 40 minutes. That's the average time for a direct San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight.
Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of San Diego. Tokyo Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo, which is in the UTC+9 timezone.
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route, with 6 direct services every week. Travel from SAN to NRT on JAL's 11:40am flight.
Your flight from San Diego to NRT won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) take off from this terminal.
JAL is a leading airline that operates direct flights from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport departing from SAN.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SAN and NRT is J-Air.
J-Air is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from San Diego to NRT. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
SAN is about 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:
74% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on time.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. Plan ahead to find the easiest way to arrive at the terminal.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your San Diego to NRT flight? Relax in a hotel near McClellan-Palomar Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
McClellan-Palomar Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 88% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Book a hotel close to NRT if you have a late flight from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport. Check in to one of these options and call it a night faster:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Getting from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
Tokyo Narita International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Currently, 264 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 662 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from San Diego to NRT.
October is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
January is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Plan your visit to Tokyo in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your San Diego to NRT plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from San Diego to Tokyo Narita International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Tokyo Skytree and Fushimi Inari Daimyojin are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Sensho-ji.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Nagoya will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Japan, consider Toyohashi, about 290 kilometres west of Tokyo. Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari are key highlights.