Flying from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport.
San Diego's timezone is UTC-8, making San Diego 17 hours behind Tokyo.
Flights from NRT to SAN start at 17:05 — the earliest with JAL. The last departure is at 17:20 with JAL. Overall, you can take your pick of six weekly Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your NRT to SAN flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like May, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Jetting into San Diego (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a cinch with J-Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with J-Air on this route.
J-Air is the most punctual carrier offering NRT to SAN flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between NRT and SAN include:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is Rs111,787. A return plane ticket right now is Rs212,515. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from NRT to SAN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tokyo Narita Airport, data shows 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Tokyo Narita Airport from central Tokyo, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near NRT. Whether you have an early flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you're landing on a late Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SAN:
Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and discover San Diego and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit San Diego based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to San Diego International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from NRT to SAN sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.



