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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Osaka? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Osaka.Rs115,398 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs115,398, select.
Osaka.Rs117,662 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs117,662, select.
Osaka.Rs120,550 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs120,550, select.
Osaka.Rs125,945 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs125,945, select.
Osaka.Rs125,961 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs125,961, select.
Osaka.Rs126,320 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs126,320, select.
Osaka.Rs126,562 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs126,562, select.
Osaka.Rs127,699 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Air Premia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Premia, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs127,699, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Osaka

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Osaka flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from Rs160,899
Jul
from Rs115,398
Aug
from Rs117,662
Sep
from Rs120,550
Oct
from Rs126,320
Nov
from Rs125,961
Dec
from Rs127,699
Jan
from Rs150,623
Feb
Find prices
Mar
from Rs125,945
Apr
from Rs126,562
May
from Rs139,498

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Osaka

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from San Francisco International to Osaka? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Francisco to Osaka: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs115,398
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time12 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Osaka: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Osaka: Itami Domestic (Osaka), Kobe and Kansai International (Osaka).
The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Osaka is Rs198,242. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Osaka.
United and ANA (All Nippon Airways) fly direct from San Francisco International to Osaka.
As of June 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Osaka.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Osaka is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Osaka is Kansai International (Osaka) – which is 38.0 km away from the centre of Osaka. We've found flights into this airport from Rs198,242.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka on Sunday, 7 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Osaka but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Osaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Osaka, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Asiana Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Osaka.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Osaka: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 5 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka.

  • San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Osaka is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • The busiest route is from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kansai International Airport (KIX). You can select from seven services every week between these two airports. United Airlines offers a 10:45 departure between SFO and KIX.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SFO to Osaka flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct San Francisco International Airport to Osaka tickets are available for booking. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is where you'll be landing.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions from United Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from SFO to Osaka. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • Haneda Airport (HND)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco, SFO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near SFO:

  • 77.36% of flights departing from San Francisco International Airport make it to their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Osaka

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Osaka flight is Rs115,398. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs198,242. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from SFO to Osaka by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap San Francisco International Airport to Osaka tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from SFO to Osaka couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka.

Airports in Osaka

Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've jetted in on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka. First Cabin Kansai Airport and Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport are handy options near KIX.

  • Go where the road takes you with a Kansai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL, BE KOBE or TravelCar and discover more of Osaka and beyond.

  • Give yourself a better shot at getting the best deal by booking early. Reserving your ride from Kansai International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from SFO to Osaka is a wise move.

  • You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.

Itami Airport (ITM)

  • After your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Osaka is roughly 16 kilometres from Itami Airport (ITM).

  • There are some great places to drop your things at near ITM. Kick back and get cosy after your SFO to Osaka flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Europcar, Times and Rakuten make collecting an Itami Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from ITM ahead of time so you can simply pick up the keys and get on your way.

  • The address for Itami Airport is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.

Kobe Airport (UKB)

  • Step off your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Osaka is around 40 kilometres from Kobe Airport (UKB) and typically takes 45 minutes to reach by car.

  • If you don't want to travel to the centre, head for a hotel near UKB. Check in to one of these options after your SFO to Osaka flight:

  • Begin your journey without stressing about how to reach your destination with a Kobe Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Europcar, Times and Rakuten.

  • If you prefer a specific type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Secure your ride from UKB a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka.

  • Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.

Best time to go to Osaka

  • Before securing your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Osaka, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Osaka offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Book a San Francisco International Airport to Osaka flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 34ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 10ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SFO to Osaka around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Osaka

Explore more of Japan

  • You've done Osaka, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Travel around 386 kilometres east to Yokohama to tick off its top sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without experiencing Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Francisco to Osaka

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