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Cheap flights from Osaka to San Francisco

Kansai International Airport (KIX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). 5,400 miles, 10h 15m nonstop.

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KIX to SFO at a glance

Computed from airline schedules and the fares we track for this route. Refreshed several times a day.

Distance
5,400 milesgreat-circle
Typical flight time
10h 15mnonstop, gate to gate
Nonstop airlines
JL1 airlineJapan
Nonstop flights per day
1all airlines combined
Cheapest month
January 2027over the next six months
Best day to fly
Tuesday17% less than Friday
Time difference
16h behindSan Francisco vs Osaka

Osaka to San Francisco

Round trips from $369

Per traveler, taxes and fees included. Lowest fare we found departs Tue, Jan 5.

Cheapest month: January 2027

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Osaka to San Francisco fares by month

Lowest round-trip economy fare per traveler in each of the next six months, taxes and fees included. Select a month to search that date.

  1. September 2026from Wed, Sep 30$526
  2. October 2026from Sat, Oct 10$449
  3. November 2026from Tue, Nov 10$436
  4. December 2026from Wed, Dec 16$425
  5. January 2027from Tue, Jan 5$369
  6. February 2027from Tue, Feb 9$378

Airlines flying Osaka to San Francisco

1 airline flies nonstop with 1 departures a day combined, plus 6 more with one stop.

Connecting options

Hubs where one airline can carry you on both legs, most choices first.

Which airport should I use?

OsakaSan Francisco has 3 airports. Fares can differ by $50 to $150 round trip between them, so check the alternatives before you book.

Other arrival airports near San Francisco

Tips for this route

  • Only Japan flies this route nonstop, which keeps nonstop fares firm. A one-stop itinerary through TPE or HND is usually cheaper if you can spare the extra three to five hours.
  • January 2027 is the cheapest month to fly over the next six months, with round trips from $369; September 2026 is the most expensive at $526 and up, a difference of $157 per traveler.
  • Departing on a Tuesday averages 17% less than a Friday on this route. If your dates are flexible, shift the outbound by a day or two and check the calendar view before you book.
  • Book 2 to 5 months ahead for the best fares; long-haul seats sell out earliest for summer and holiday travel.
  • San Francisco is 16 hours behind Osaka. A morning departure lands in San Francisco with most of the day left; an evening flight arrives close to local dinner time.

Destination guide

San Francisco: Fog, hills and the Golden Gate

San Francisco packs cable cars, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and world-class food into 49 square miles. SFO is the main gateway; Oakland and San Jose are handy alternatives with lower fares on many routes.

Best time to visit: September and October are the warmest, clearest months. Spring (April–May) is green and mild. Summer fog ('Karl') keeps the coast cool; winter is rainy but inexpensive.

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Osaka to San Francisco: common questions

How long is the flight from Osaka to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from Osaka (KIX) to San Francisco (SFO) takes about 10h 15m gate to gate, covering 5,400 miles. Connecting itineraries add the layover, typically 2 to 5 hours more in total.

Which airlines fly nonstop from KIX to SFO?

Japan Airlines operates nonstop flights from Osaka (KIX) to San Francisco (SFO), with 1 nonstop departure a day between them. One-stop options connect through TPE, HND and NRT.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Osaka to San Francisco?

Over the next six months, January 2027 has the lowest round-trip fares from Osaka (KIX) to San Francisco (SFO), starting at $369 per traveler including taxes and fees. Within any month, Tuesday departures average the lowest prices.

How far in advance should I book Osaka to San Francisco flights?

Book 2 to 5 months ahead for the best fares; long-haul seats sell out earliest for summer and holiday travel. Air1 Tickets includes free cancellation within 24 hours of booking on every fare, so you can lock in a good price and keep looking.

What is the time difference between Osaka and San Francisco?

San Francisco is 16 hours behind Osaka. KIX is on Asia/Tokyo time and SFO on America/Los Angeles time. Departure and arrival times in search results are always shown in local time at each airport.

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