Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Haneda Airport (HND): what you need to know
A direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport takes an average of 11 hours 14 minutes. The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, making it 16 hours ahead of San Francisco.
Each week, there are 50 flights from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport. To take off as early as possible, pick the 00:20 ANA flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from SFO to HND is 22:55 with ANA.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Flying into Tokyo (and then seeing more of Japan!) is easy with JAL. This popular carrier runs direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the SFO - HND route are:
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Japan, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SFO to HND.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Haneda Airport (HND)
383 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport. A return flight starts from 709 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 8 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SFO to HND.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 47 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Haneda Airport (HND)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Getting from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo
From Haneda Airport, Tokyo is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Haneda Airport (HND)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Tokyo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Haneda Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to HND in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
As soon as you've locked in your flights from SFO to HND, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Tokyo. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Complete your Tokyo trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Haneda Airport, explore our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Tokyo stay.