Title: Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Niigata (KIJ) - Expedia.ca ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1818/13c61797-ebd4-4821-bec2-ca5ef1bbbeb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1818/13c61797-ebd4-4821-bec2-ca5ef1bbbeb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Niigata (KIJ) - [Roundtrip](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Niigata Airport (KIJ) - ![Japan Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_JL.svg) Japan Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sfo,to:kij,departure:05/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:kij,to:sfo,departure:12/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"JL"}}]) - ![All Nippon Airways](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_NH.svg) All Nippon Airways [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:sfo,to:kij,departure:05/11/2025TANYT&leg2=from:kij,to:sfo,departure:12/11/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"NH"}}]) ![notification illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__notification.svg) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) Flight from San Francisco to Niigata (SFO - KIJ) route information | Origin airport | San Francisco Intl. | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | Niigata | | Distance | 8131 km | ## San Francisco to Niigata Flights **The easy way to book your flights from San Francisco to Niigata**  With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Niigata from San Francisco whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Niigata, too.   Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from San Francisco to Niigata today, tomorrow, or this week.   **Save dollars with cheap flights from San Francisco Intl., SFO to Niigata, KIJ**  Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San Francisco to Niigata—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Niigata from San Francisco currently is just rising to .   Here are more money-saving tips:  - Fly in when flight prices are normally at their lowest  - Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Niigata   - Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more - Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times  - One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free!  **Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Niigata from San Francisco**  Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Niigata with Expedia today. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from San Francisco Airport to Niigata Airport? > The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Niigata Airport (KIJ) is . But you better get a move on. This price is taken from fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Airport to Niigata Airport? > The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do have to cancel your break, follow the instructions in the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.ca/helpcenter). ### How do I find cheap flights from SFO to Niigata Airport (KIJ) that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the fare difference. When searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Niigata Airport flights, you'll find a "No change fees" filter for you to select. ### How many hours is the flight from San Francisco Airport to Niigata Airport? > Make the 15 hours and 42 minutes between San Francisco Airport and KIJ as comfortable as possible. Pack the essentials, like toiletries, your toothbrush and a neck pillow, and simply enjoy the flight! ### How far is the flight from San Francisco Airport to Niigata Airport (KIJ)? > San Francisco to Niigata is around 8,200 kilometres, so get ready to spend a while in the air. Don't forget to pack all the essentials, from your eye mask to your earphones. Toss in some snacks to nibble on throughout your journey too. ### Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to KIJ? > If you want to travel straight from SFO to Niigata Airport, you'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly on this route. ### Are SFO to Niigata Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Late planners can sometimes find a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Niigata Airport (KIJ) showing up a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals frequently — as early as a year in advance in some cases. 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