SFO to NRT: San Francisco to Tokyo

United's premier transpacific gateway from San Francisco. Slightly shorter than LAX–NRT due to more direct northern routing. SFO International Terminal G gates are excellent.

Route Details

Origin: San Francisco International (SFO)
Destination: Narita International (NRT)
Typical duration: 10h 15m – 11h 0m
Distance: 5,145 mi / 8,280 km
Airlines: United Airlines, Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways
Aircraft: Boeing 787-9, Boeing 777-200ER

Best Seats

United Polaris fully flat beds on 787 highly recommended for overnight. Economy Plus: 5 extra inches, worth booking for 10+ hours. Seat 40A or K for window economy.

Baggage Tips

ANA and JAL include 2 checked bags (23 kg each). United includes 1 bag in standard economy. MileagePlus credit card gives first bag free on domestic connections.