Are there direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo?

Direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 8.8% of flights on this route have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 2 across the trailing 90 days.

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

The typical direct flight from Sydney to Tokyo has a duration of 9 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 7818 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, take considerably longer. Historically, the median flight time for routes with one stop was 20 hours and 30 minutes.

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

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Sydney to Tokyo. Connecting flights had a median price of $1029 across the trailing 90 days. Direct flights, on the other hand, were typically more expensive, with a median price of $1554, representing a 51% premium over connecting options. Direct flights also constituted a smaller share of available options, at 11.8%.

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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 8.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Tokyo, February stands out with a median fare of $703. Following February, June offers a median fare of $826, and May presents a median of $850. These months typically offer more budget-friendly options compared to other times of the year.

A typical journey from Sydney to Tokyo takes 9h 50m, including connections. This route covers a substantial distance of 7818 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight. While direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo can be quicker, the majority of available itineraries involve at least one stop, extending the overall travel time.

Fares for this route typically range from $946 to $1506, with a median of $1160. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Despite this, 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals can still be found for savvy travelers.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Tokyo

Regular price: A$900 - A$1,583

Prices for flights from Sydney to Tokyo are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Tokyo is AUD 900 to AUD 1583. The current lowest deal is AUD 843 with Scoot, for travel from Nov 16-Nov 23.

now A$843

Low A$900

High A$1,583

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Tokyo is June, with a median price of $896. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1525. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from A$896

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,525

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 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

FlyAsianXpress

A$1,099

A$914

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

FlyAsianXpress

A$1,140

A$891

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

FlyAsianXpress

A$1,172

A$914

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

Scoot

A$1,094

A$937

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

Scoot

A$1,048

A$785

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

T'way Air

A$1,071

A$875

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 12

A$2,391 → A$1,397

42%

2 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 6

A$2,332 → A$1,421

39%

8 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 15

A$2,259 → A$1,348

40%

9 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 16

A$2,246 → A$1,348

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

Sydney - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Sydney to Tokyo are above the typical level at $1160.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $703.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Tokyo, with a median of $703.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 9h 50m.

Direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo typically take 9h 50m, while connecting flights average 23h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights make up 91.2% of recent routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Scoot offers a deal at $843.

Scoot has a recent deal for Sydney to Tokyo at $843, departing November 16, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Sydney to Tokyo appear frequently, often within a 30-day window.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Fly from Sydney Airport for direct and connecting flights to Tokyo, offering a wide range of options.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$889

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Consider Western Sydney International Airport for alternative flight options to Tokyo.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,071

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Haneda Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Sydney to Tokyo, offering easy access to the city.

📍 ~17 km from Tokyo (reachable by public transport or car)

💸 Flights from ~A$834

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki Airport 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$987

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

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Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Sep 29

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$15,602

$12,444

Save $3,158

Singapore Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Mar 01

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$2,014

$1,418

Save $596

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Mar 01

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$2,016

$1,418

Save $598

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Mar 05

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$2,050

$1,418

Save $632

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Oct 27

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$2,288

$1,897

Save $391

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Feb 02

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$2,767

$2,079

Save $688

QantasLink

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Dec 04

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$2,755

$2,174

Save $581

QantasLink

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 23

Tokyo, Japan

90% AI deal score

$4,367

$3,046

Save $1,321

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

From SYD

Elite

Jan 20

Tokyo, Japan

90% AI deal score

$4,328

$3,054

Save $1,274

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sydney to Tokyo is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1031. Booking too early, such as 60+ days out, generally resulted in higher average prices, around $1318. Conversely, booking within 0-6 days of departure also showed elevated prices, averaging $1079 across the trailing quarter.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Tokyo is considered to be $946 or less. The median price for this route across the same period was $1160. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $1506 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Sydney to Tokyo are February, June, and May. February typically sees a median price of $703, while June offers a median of $826. May also presents a favorable median price of $850. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $1160 for this route.

Sydney to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Tokyo

Regular price: A$900 - A$1,583

Prices for flights from Sydney to Tokyo are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Tokyo is AUD 900 to AUD 1583. The current lowest deal is AUD 843 with Scoot, for travel from Nov 16-Nov 23.

now A$843

Low A$900

High A$1,583

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

June

Cheapest

Flights from A$896

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$1,525

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 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

FlyAsianXpress

A$1,099

A$914

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

FlyAsianXpress

A$1,140

A$891

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

FlyAsianXpress

A$1,172

A$914

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

Scoot

A$1,094

A$937

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (HND)

Scoot

A$1,048

A$785

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Tokyo

Sydney (SYD) - Tokyo (NRT)

T'way Air

A$1,071

A$875

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 12

A$2,391 → A$1,397

42%

2 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 6

A$2,332 → A$1,421

39%

8 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 15

A$2,259 → A$1,348

40%

9 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 16

A$2,246 → A$1,348

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Tokyo

Sydney - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Sydney to Tokyo are above the typical level at $1160.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $703.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Tokyo, with a median of $703.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 9h 50m.

Direct flights from Sydney to Tokyo typically take 9h 50m, while connecting flights average 23h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights make up 91.2% of recent routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Scoot offers a deal at $843.

Scoot has a recent deal for Sydney to Tokyo at $843, departing November 16, 2026.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Sydney to Tokyo appear frequently, often within a 30-day window.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Fly from Sydney Airport for direct and connecting flights to Tokyo, offering a wide range of options.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$889

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI)

Consider Western Sydney International Airport for alternative flight options to Tokyo.

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

💸 Flights from ~A$1,071

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Haneda Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Sydney to Tokyo, offering easy access to the city.

📍 ~17 km from Tokyo (reachable by public transport or car)

💸 Flights from ~A$834

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

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

Tokyo, Japan

90% AI deal score

$4,328

$3,054

Save $1,274

Sichuan Airlines

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 above the typical level.

February is historically cheapest at $703.

Direct flights average 9h 50m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Scoot offers a deal at $843.

Deals appear frequently.

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

Dec 01

Oct 13

Oct 29

Sep 29

Mar 01

Mar 01

Mar 05

Oct 27

Feb 02

Dec 04

Jan 23

Jan 20

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?

Related routes

More routes from Sydney

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 above the typical level.

February is historically cheapest at $703.

Direct flights average 9h 50m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Scoot offers a deal at $843.

Deals appear frequently.

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

Dec 01

Oct 13

Oct 29

Sep 29

Mar 01

Mar 01

Mar 05

Oct 27

Feb 02

Dec 04

Jan 23

Jan 20

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?