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Cheapest round-trip
$649
Typical prices: $760-$1,096
China Southern
Wed 1/17Thu 1/25
HND - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,205
Typical prices: $915-$1,498
Turkish Airlines
Sun 1/14Sat 1/20
NRT - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and ANA. Average duration is 13h 45m
Direct flights
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HND - IST
Cheapest • 1% average savings
NRT - IST
Most popular
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ANA
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Night
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 18% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)
Cheapest • Avg $689 (round-trip)
Vienna Intl (VIE)
Shortest trip • 17h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tokyo to Istanbul (TYO-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tokyo to Istanbul

Sun, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 25
China Southern Logo
10:45 am - 7:10 amHND  Tokyo Haneda-IST Istanbul
26h 25m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
2:25 pm - 1:35 pmIST  Istanbul-HND Tokyo Haneda
17h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$649China Southern
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 14
China Southern Logo
3:40 pm - 6:40 amHND  Tokyo Haneda-IST Istanbul
21h 00m1 stop Beijing Daxing Intl
China Southern Logo
2:25 pm - 1:35 pmIST  Istanbul-HND Tokyo Haneda
17h 10m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$763China Southern
Thu, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 21
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 12:50 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IST Istanbul
25h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 11:40 amIST  Istanbul-NRT Tokyo Narita
15h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$777Etihad Airways
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 21
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 12:50 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IST Istanbul
25h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 11:40 amIST  Istanbul-NRT Tokyo Narita
15h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$777Etihad Airways
Mon, Jan 11 - Thu, Jan 21
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 12:50 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IST Istanbul
25h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 11:40 amIST  Istanbul-NRT Tokyo Narita
15h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$777Etihad Airways
Wed, Jan 13 - Thu, Jan 21
Etihad Airways Logo
5:20 pm - 12:50 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IST Istanbul
25h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 11:40 amIST  Istanbul-NRT Tokyo Narita
15h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$777Etihad Airways
Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Jan 17
MIAT Mongolian Logo
3:30 pm - 2:30 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IST Istanbul
29h 00m1 stop Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
MIAT Mongolian Logo
4:20 pm - 2:30 pmIST  Istanbul-NRT Tokyo Narita
16h 10m1 stop Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
$785MIAT Mongolian
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Jan 21
MIAT Mongolian Logo
3:30 pm - 2:30 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IST Istanbul
29h 00m1 stop Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
MIAT Mongolian Logo
4:20 pm - 2:30 pmIST  Istanbul-NRT Tokyo Narita
16h 10m1 stop Ulaanbaatar Chinggis Khaan
$785MIAT Mongolian
Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:55 pm - 5:45 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-IST Istanbul
13h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 8:40 amIST  Istanbul-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 15mnonstop
$1,205Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 6:00 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-IST Istanbul
13h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
3:25 pm - 8:40 amIST  Istanbul-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 15mnonstop
$1,205Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport typically range from $760 to $1,096. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $649, on China Southern.

What is the cheapest Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flight route?

There's little price difference between Tokyo to Istanbul Airport routes. They average around $886 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport at $733 round-trip.
•August ($1,192) and September ($1,003) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Key details for Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$393
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tokyo to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 10:10 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:05 pm and lands at 11:50 am.

    The flight takes about 13h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport takes 13h 45m, covering 5,555 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport range from $760 to $1,096, with an average of $889 over the past 12 months. Anything below $760 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $889 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $689 round-trip via Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN), compared to $1,120 for nonstop.

  • How are flight departures from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $459, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport may depart from several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT). Flights usually arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Tokyo to Istanbul Airport route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 31m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $821 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,093, a difference of $272.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Tokyo and Istanbul Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Turkish Airlines
    • ANA

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Vienna Intl (VIE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 35m, compared with 18h 40m via Incheon Intl (ICN) and 19h 02m via Beijing Daxing Intl (PKX).

  • What is the time difference between Tokyo and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 6 hours behind Tokyo (Turkey Time vs Japan Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Beyazit Meydani. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flights:

    • ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Tokyo to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $821, about $272 less than Sunday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tokyo to Istanbul Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $733 round-trip in that month - typically $459 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with ANA. Over the past three months, 92% of ANA flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 87%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 31m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $689 round-trip on this route - about $431 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Tokyo to Istanbul?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Tokyo to Istanbul

Monday

ANA,Turkish Airlines

ANA,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

ANA,Turkish Airlines

ANA,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

ANA,Turkish Airlines

ANA,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Tokyo

Monday

ANA,Turkish Airlines

ANA,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

ANA,Turkish Airlines

ANA,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

ANA,Turkish Airlines

ANA,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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