Are there direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo?

Historically, direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo have been available, making up 7.2% of all flight options. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more prevalent for this route.

How long does it take to fly from Sydney to Tokyo?

The typical direct flight from Sydney to Tokyo has a median duration of 9 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 7818 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, historically take considerably longer, with a median duration of 21 hours and 30 minutes. This difference highlights the significant time savings associated with direct travel on this route.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Sydney to Tokyo?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly from Sydney to Tokyo with a layover. The median price for connecting flights was $1166, whereas direct flights had a median price of $1825. This represents a premium of 57% for direct flights. Direct flights also constituted a smaller portion of the available options, making up 7.3% of the total.

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Sydney to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Tokyo

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Sydney to Tokyo connect at least once, with only 7.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Tokyo, you'll find that May is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $981. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $1040, followed by February at $1061.

A typical journey from Sydney to Tokyo takes about 9h 50m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 7818 kilometers.

Fares for flights from Sydney to Tokyo typically range from $990–$1511, with a median of $1189. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Tokyo

Regular price: A$1,089 - A$1,623

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Tokyo is AUD 1089 to AUD 1623. The current lowest deal is AUD 816 with Xiamen Airlines for travel from Oct 22-Oct 27.

now A$816

Low A$1,089

High A$1,623

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Tokyo is May, with a median price of $1010. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1494. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,010

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,494

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Tokyo

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,299

A$792

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,290

A$816

One-way

Sun, Oct 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,397

A$829

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

T'way Air

A$1,078

A$912

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

T'way Air

A$1,078

A$912

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

Scoot

A$1,036

A$916

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Tokyo

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

A$2,452 → A$1,489

39%

8 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 10

A$1,999 → A$1,042

48%

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

A$2,452 → A$1,500

39%

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

A$2,439 → A$1,489

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

Sydney - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Tokyo are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $981 for flights from Sydney to Tokyo.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 9h 50m

The median flight time for a direct flight from Sydney to Tokyo is 9h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 92.8% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

All Nippon Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Sydney to Tokyo are categorized as frequent, appearing often.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a primary departure point for flights from Sydney to Tokyo.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$813

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Western Sydney International Airport offers an alternative departure option for flights to Tokyo.

📍 ~46 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,157

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

Narita International Airport is a good option for flights from Sydney to Tokyo, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~63 km from Tokyo (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$814

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki is a practical low-cost alternative due to its proximity to the Tokyo metropolitan area.

📍 ~70 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,157

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

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Feb 10

Tokyo, Japan

93% AI deal score

$4,479

$2,614

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From WSI

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Feb 10

Tokyo, Japan

93% AI deal score

$4,479

$2,614

Save $1,865

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

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Feb 10

Tokyo, Japan

93% AI deal score

$4,479

$2,614

Save $1,865

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Feb 10

Tokyo, Japan

93% AI deal score

$4,479

$2,614

Save $1,865

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Feb 10

Tokyo, Japan

93% AI deal score

$4,514

$2,614

Save $1,900

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Feb 10

Tokyo, Japan

93% AI deal score

$4,490

$2,621

Save $1,869

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Feb 10

Tokyo, Japan

93% AI deal score

$4,491

$2,641

Save $1,850

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 22

Tokyo, Japan

93% AI deal score

$18,401

$12,202

Save $6,199

Singapore Airlines

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Mar 03

Tokyo, Japan

92% AI deal score

$4,489

$2,680

Save $1,809

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Feb 28

Tokyo, Japan

92% AI deal score

$4,673

$2,797

Save $1,876

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Feb 28

Tokyo, Japan

92% AI deal score

$4,726

$2,797

Save $1,929

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

From WSI

Elite

Feb 28

Tokyo, Japan

92% AI deal score

$4,729

$2,797

Save $1,932

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sydney to Tokyo is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1275. Booking within 0-6 days of departure historically saw average prices rise to $1667. Even booking 60+ days out was generally more expensive, with an average price of $1405.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Tokyo was considered to be $990 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1189. Prices at the 75th percentile reached $1511, indicating that prices above this amount were historically on the higher side.

Historically, May has been the most affordable month to fly from Sydney to Tokyo, with a median price of $981. November and February also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $1040 and $1061, respectively. The annual median price for this route was $1189, suggesting these months typically provide better value than the yearly average.

Sydney to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Tokyo

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Sydney to Tokyo connect at least once, with only 7.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

A typical journey from Sydney to Tokyo takes about 9h 50m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 7818 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Tokyo

Regular price: A$1,089 - A$1,623

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Tokyo is AUD 1089 to AUD 1623. The current lowest deal is AUD 816 with Xiamen Airlines for travel from Oct 22-Oct 27.

now A$816

Low A$1,089

High A$1,623

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

May

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,010

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,494

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Tokyo

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,299

A$792

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,290

A$816

One-way

Sun, Oct 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

Xiamen Airlines

A$1,397

A$829

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

T'way Air

A$1,078

A$912

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

T'way Air

A$1,078

A$912

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

Scoot

A$1,036

A$916

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Tokyo

5 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 6

A$2,452 → A$1,489

39%

8 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 10

A$1,999 → A$1,042

48%

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

A$2,452 → A$1,500

39%

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

A$2,439 → A$1,489

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

Sydney - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Tokyo are near the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $981 for flights from Sydney to Tokyo.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 9h 50m

The median flight time for a direct flight from Sydney to Tokyo is 9h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 92.8% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

All Nippon Airways is one airline that offers direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Sydney to Tokyo are categorized as frequent, appearing often.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a primary departure point for flights from Sydney to Tokyo.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$813

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Western Sydney International Airport offers an alternative departure option for flights to Tokyo.

📍 ~46 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,157

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

Narita International Airport is a good option for flights from Sydney to Tokyo, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~63 km from Tokyo (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$814

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki is a practical low-cost alternative due to its proximity to the Tokyo metropolitan area.

Tokyo, Japan

92% AI deal score

$4,729

$2,797

Save $1,932

Vietjet Air, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Cheap Flights from Sydney to Tokyo

Today’s best flight deals from Sydney to Tokyo

Sydney to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Tokyo

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

Direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Tokyo

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Tokyo

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

Sydney - Tokyo route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Direct flights take 9h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Sydney main airports to depart from

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

Best Elite deals to Tokyo

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Feb 10

Feb 10

Feb 10

Feb 10

Feb 10

Feb 10

Jan 22

Mar 03

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Tokyo?

What is a good price for a flight from Sydney to Tokyo?

What's the best month to fly from Sydney to Tokyo?

Are there direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo?

How long does it take to fly from Sydney to Tokyo?

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Sydney to Tokyo?

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Flights to Tokyo from other cities

Sydney to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Tokyo

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

Direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Tokyo

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Tokyo

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

Sydney - Tokyo route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Direct flights take 9h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Sydney main airports to depart from

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

Best Elite deals to Tokyo

Feb 10

Feb 10

Feb 10

Feb 10

Feb 10

Feb 10

Feb 10

Jan 22

Mar 03

Feb 28

Feb 28

Feb 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Tokyo?

What is a good price for a flight from Sydney to Tokyo?

What's the best month to fly from Sydney to Tokyo?