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San Francisco to Kyoto & Osaka: what the flight costs

In the last 60 days we checked this route 2 times. The typical round trip was $1,027 per person and the lowest $1,021, taxes and fees included.

Per person
Lowest seen$1,021
Typical (median)$1,027
Price checks, 60 days2

Every fare we found in the last 30 days

CheckedTrip datesPer personAirlineStopsDurationSource
Oct 12, 2026Nov 14–23, 2026$1,021AC + GK + ZGwith a stop31h 45mKiwi.com
Oct 11, 2026Nov 14–23, 2026$1,032AC + MM + ZGwith a stop37h 15mKiwi.com

About Kyoto & Osaka

Kyoto's 1,600 temples, geisha lanes and kaiseki dining sit half an hour from Osaka's street-food canals, making the pair Japan's cultural and culinary heart.

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Questions about San Francisco to Kyoto & Osaka

What does a round trip from San Francisco to Kyoto & Osaka usually cost?

Over the last 60 days the typical price we found was $1,027 per person, taxes and fees included, across 2 checks; the lowest was $1,021.

When is the best time to fly from San Francisco to Kyoto & Osaka?

Kyoto & Osaka is at its best in March, April, May, October, November and December. Avoid July, August: Kyoto's basin traps heat and humidity in July and August.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Kyoto & Osaka?

Yes, US citizens need a valid passport.