transpacific · 11h 20m · 8,280 km
San Francisco to Tokyo (HND)
3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked
In business class, ANA's The Room (777-300ER) dominates the field with a 8.8/10.In premium economy, JAL's Sky Premium (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 6.2/10.
Quick pick
Fly ANA. It has a wider seat (24" vs 22") and a private suite.
A noticeably better product that justifies the pick.
Fly JAL. It has 4 more inches of legroom.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly JAL. It has a wider seat (18.5" vs 17").
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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Data verified June 2026
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Flying with family
- Most legroom: ANA (34"). Least: United (31"). That 3" difference matters with kids.
Route insights
- In business class, ANA's The Room (777-300ER) dominates the field with a 8.8/10.
- In premium economy, JAL's Sky Premium (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 6.2/10.
- In economy, JAL's Sky Wider (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 5.9/10.
- JAL is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 6.7/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: United or ANA on SFO-HND?
The Room (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) dominates Polaris (United Airlines, 777-200ER) in business, scoring 8.8/10 vs 6.7. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power.
Which is better in premium economy: United or ANA on SFO-HND?
Premium Economy (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) beats Premium Plus (United Airlines, 777-200ER) in premium economy, scoring 5.7/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power.
Which is better in economy: United or ANA on SFO-HND?
Economy (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) beats Economy (United Airlines, 777-200ER) in economy, scoring 5.5/10 vs 4. The deciding factor: 34" of pitch vs 31".
Which is better in business: United or JAL on SFO-HND?
Polaris (United Airlines, 777-200ER) edges out Sky Suite (Japan Airlines, 777-300ER) in business, scoring 6.7/10 vs 6.2. The deciding factor: a 78"-long bed vs 74". Japan Airlines fights back on wi-fi.
Which is better in premium economy: United or JAL on SFO-HND?
Sky Premium (Japan Airlines, 777-300ER) beats Premium Plus (United Airlines, 777-200ER) in premium economy, scoring 6.2/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: 42" of pitch vs 38".
Which is better in economy: United or JAL on SFO-HND?
Sky Wider (Japan Airlines, 777-300ER) beats Economy (United Airlines, 777-200ER) in economy, scoring 5.9/10 vs 4. The deciding factor: 34" of pitch vs 31". United Airlines fights back on power.
Which is better in business: ANA or JAL on SFO-HND?
The Room (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) dominates Sky Suite (Japan Airlines, 777-300ER) in business, scoring 8.8/10 vs 6.2. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power.
Which is better in premium economy: ANA or JAL on SFO-HND?
Sky Premium (Japan Airlines, 777-300ER) edges out Premium Economy (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) in premium economy, scoring 6.2/10 vs 5.7. The deciding factor: 42" of pitch vs 38". All Nippon Airways fights back on entertainment and power.
Which is better in economy: ANA or JAL on SFO-HND?
Sky Wider (Japan Airlines, 777-300ER) edges out Economy (All Nippon Airways, 777-300ER) in economy, scoring 5.9/10 vs 5.5. The deciding factor: 18.5"-wide seats vs 17". All Nippon Airways fights back on power.
What are the best seats in United Polaris on SFO-HND?
Best: Odd-row window seats (1A, 3A, 5A, etc.) are closest to the window with most privacy. Avoid: Even-row window seats are closer to the aisle. Staggered 1-2-1 Polaris seats with direct aisle access. 16-inch IFE. Saks Fifth Avenue bedding with optional mattress pad. Panasonic Ku-band wifi (paid). Different hard product from the 767-300ER Polaris.
What are the best seats in United Premium Plus on SFO-HND?
Best: Window pairs for only 2 across. Avoid: Center section inner seats. 2-4-2 premium economy. 13.3-inch IFE. Enhanced plated meals with beer/wine/spirits.
What are the best seats in ANA The Room on SFO-HND?
Best: Mini-cabin rows 5-6 (just 2 rows behind first class) are the quietest and most exclusive. Window seats throughout offer more privacy with the door configuration. Avoid: Last rows of the rear business cabin (rows 19-20) are closest to the premium economy cabin and galley. Center seats in the last row of any section. The Room is one of the widest business class seats in the sky at 35 inches. Alternating forward and rear-facing rows in a 1-2-1 herringbone. The door system has two panels: a vertical panel from the front and a rising panel from the armrest, creating near-complete enclosure with a small gap. 24-inch 4K IFE screen with Panasonic system. Bedding includes pillow and duvet (not as premium as first class). Sony noise-cancelling headphones. WiFi is paid (Panasonic system). Power includes AC outlet and USB.
What are the best seats in ANA Premium Economy on SFO-HND?
Best: Window seats 25A/25K in the first row for the best legroom. Aisle seats (25C/25H) for easy access. Avoid: Middle seats in the center quad (D, E, F, G). Row 27 is the last row and closest to economy. 15.6-inch touchscreen monitor, claimed as the largest in any premium economy cabin worldwide. Swiveling tray table with 90-degree rotation for easy aisle access. 6-way adjustable headrest. Legrest and footrest included. Universal power port and USB at every seat. No amenity kit; dental kit, eye mask, face mask, and earplugs distributed individually.
What are the best seats in ANA Economy on SFO-HND?
Best: Row 30 bulkhead for extra legroom. Window seats (A, K) throughout for leaning room. The fixed-back shell design means no one reclines into your space. Avoid: Last rows (41-42) near rear lavatories and galley. Middle seats (B, E, J) in the 3-4-3 layout. 13.3-inch touchscreen, claimed as the largest economy class IFE screen worldwide. Fixed-back shell seats with recline mechanism that does not affect the passenger behind. 6-way adjustable headrest. 34-inch pitch is generous for economy. Universal power port and USB at every seat. Complimentary meals on all international flights.
What are the best seats in JAL JAL Suite on SFO-HND?
Best: Window suites 1A and 1K for maximum privacy. Avoid: Center pairs are more exposed. Open suites with high shell walls but no sliding doors. 23-inch IFE. Bose QC25 headphones. Airweave dual-firmness mattress. Organic cotton pajamas. ETRO amenity kit with Shiseido skincare. Michelin-starred chef kaiseki or Western dine-on-demand. Free unlimited wifi.
What are the best seats in JAL Sky Suite on SFO-HND?
Best: Window seats in the staggered layout have the most privacy. Avoid: Center seats are more exposed in the 2-3-2 stagger. Staggered 2-3-2 where every seat has direct aisle access. Collins Apex Suite lie-flat. 23-inch IFE. Sony NC headphones. Airweave mattress pad. Heralbony amenity kit. Kaiseki or Western multi-course dining. Free unlimited wifi.
What are the best seats in JAL Sky Premium on SFO-HND?
Best: Window pairs (A/B or J/K) for only 2 across. Avoid: Center section inner seats. 2-4-2 premium economy. 42-inch pitch is among the most generous. 12.1-inch IFE. 1 hour free wifi.