Are there direct flights from Tokyo to Istanbul?

Direct flights from Tokyo to Istanbul are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 3.4% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common.

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

The direct flight from Tokyo to Istanbul typically takes about 13 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 8957 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 21 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey, as connecting flights can add substantial time to the trip.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Tokyo to Istanbul?

Historically, flights from Tokyo to Istanbul are classified as a route with frequent good prices. This suggests that travelers often have opportunities to find favorable deals. The availability of good prices has been observed consistently across the trailing 30-day period. Therefore, it is generally possible to find competitive pricing for this route.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Tokyo to Istanbul

2026-12-13 – 2026-12-16
TYO - Istanbul
91% AI deal score
¥136,162
¥97,507
Round trip
2027-01-18 – 2027-01-24
TYO - Istanbul
90% AI deal score
¥131,119
¥99,972
Round trip
2027-01-11 – 2027-01-18
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¥131,266
¥100,434
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2026-12-07 – 2026-12-15
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90% AI deal score
¥136,481
¥100,896
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2026-12-06 – 2026-12-13
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90% AI deal score
¥139,867
¥102,437
Round trip
2026-12-06 – 2026-12-14
TYO - Istanbul
90% AI deal score
¥136,481
¥102,437
Round trip
2026-11-21 – 2026-11-29
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¥121,319
¥103,669
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2026-12-04 – 2026-12-18
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89% AI deal score
¥134,266
¥104,285
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2026-12-04 – 2026-12-20
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¥133,838
¥104,439
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2026-12-09 – 2026-12-24
TYO - Istanbul
89% AI deal score
¥133,920
¥105,209
Round trip

Tokyo to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Tokyo to Istanbul connect at least once, with only 3.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you'll usually find itineraries that include at least one layover, and often two, before reaching your destination.

Fares from Tokyo to Istanbul typically range from $986–$1790, with a median price of $1357. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly cheaper options can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial to catch a favorable fare.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul? The most affordable month to travel is typically January, with a median fare of $607. Following closely, August also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $661, and February is another economical option at a median of $677. These months present the best opportunities for travelers seeking lower prices on this route.

A typical journey from Tokyo to Istanbul, including connections, takes about 40h 20m. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the total travel time from departure to arrival. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 8957 km between Tokyo and Istanbul.

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Istanbul

Regular price: ¥117,054 - ¥259,463

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

The regular price range for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul is JPY117,054 to JPY259,463. The current lowest deal is JPY97,507 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Dec 13-Dec 16.

now ¥97,507

Low ¥117,054

High ¥259,463

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul is January, with a median price of $607. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1543. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from ¥607

July

Most Expensive

Flights from ¥1,543

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Tokyo to Istanbul

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

Air Busan

¥127,340

¥112,049

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Istanbul

Tokyo (HND) - Istanbul (SAW)

China Southern Airlines

¥122,086

¥112,358

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

¥117,500

¥119,467

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

¥119,719

¥112,049

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

¥118,818

¥113,903

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

¥120,662

¥115,603

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 25

¥146,255 → ¥105,865

28%

3 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 16

¥137,034 → ¥97,650

29%

3 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 9

¥144,875 → ¥105,710

27%

4 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 13

¥144,761 → ¥105,865

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul

Tokyo - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Tokyo to Istanbul are near the typical level, with 2% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January, August, and February are cheapest

Historically, January ($607), August ($661), and February ($677) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 40h 20m with connecting flights

Flights from Tokyo to Istanbul typically take 40h 20m, with most routes requiring 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.4% of recent flights from Tokyo to Istanbul are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

All Nippon Airways provides direct flight options on this route, which is a rare occurrence.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Tokyo main airports to depart from

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~¥106,506

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Tokyo, offering a convenient entry point to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by various transport options).

💸 Flights from ~¥97,914

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Istanbul, Turkey

93% AI deal score

$3,563

$2,011

Save $1,552

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

Business Class

From NRT

Elite

Sep 23

Istanbul, Turkey

93% AI deal score

$4,262

$2,279

Save $1,983

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

Business Class

From HND

Elite

Oct 22

Istanbul, Turkey

93% AI deal score

$4,651

$2,508

Save $2,143

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From NRT

Elite

Oct 14

Istanbul, Turkey

92% AI deal score

$3,713

$2,285

Save $1,428

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

Business Class

From NRT

Elite

Oct 21

Istanbul, Turkey

92% AI deal score

$3,690

$2,372

Save $1,318

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

From NRT

Elite

Sep 16

Istanbul, Turkey

92% AI deal score

$4,091

$2,421

Save $1,670

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

Business Class

From NRT

Elite

Sep 16

Istanbul, Turkey

92% AI deal score

$4,124

$2,421

Save $1,703

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

Business Class

From HND

Elite

Oct 02

Istanbul, Turkey

92% AI deal score

$4,498

$2,501

Save $1,997

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From NRT

Elite

Sep 16

Istanbul, Turkey

92% AI deal score

$4,464

$2,633

Save $1,831

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

Business Class

From NRT

Elite

Dec 08

Istanbul, Turkey

91% AI deal score

$3,606

$2,372

Save $1,234

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

From NRT

Elite

Nov 08

Istanbul, Turkey

91% AI deal score

$3,424

$2,372

Save $1,052

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $1252. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $1465. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to more favorable pricing.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Tokyo to Istanbul is considered to be $986 or less. The median price for this route has historically been around $1357. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed being $1790 or less. Therefore, if you find a price at or below $986, it represents a strong value.

Historically, January, August, and February have offered the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Istanbul. In January, the median price was $607, while August saw a median of $661. February also presented competitive pricing with a median of $677. These months are significantly cheaper than the annual median price of $1357 for this route.

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Tokyo to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Istanbul

Regular price: ¥117,054 - ¥259,463

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

The regular price range for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul is JPY117,054 to JPY259,463. The current lowest deal is JPY97,507 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Dec 13-Dec 16.

now ¥97,507

Low ¥117,054

High ¥259,463

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul

January

Cheapest

Flights from ¥607

July

Most Expensive

Flights from ¥1,543

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

All Nippon Airways

Last-minute flights going from Tokyo to Istanbul

Wed, Oct 21

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

Air Busan

¥127,340

¥112,049

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HND - Istanbul

Tokyo (HND) - Istanbul (SAW)

China Southern Airlines

¥122,086

¥112,358

One-way

Sat, Nov 7

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

¥117,500

¥119,467

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

¥119,719

¥112,049

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

¥118,818

¥113,903

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

NRT - Istanbul

Tokyo (NRT) - Istanbul (IST)

MIAT Mongolian Airlines

¥120,662

¥115,603

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 25

¥146,255 → ¥105,865

28%

3 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 16

¥137,034 → ¥97,650

29%

3 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 9

¥144,875 → ¥105,710

27%

4 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 13

¥144,761 → ¥105,865

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul

Tokyo - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Tokyo to Istanbul are near the typical level, with 2% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January, August, and February are cheapest

Historically, January ($607), August ($661), and February ($677) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 40h 20m with connecting flights

Flights from Tokyo to Istanbul typically take 40h 20m, with most routes requiring 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.4% of recent flights from Tokyo to Istanbul are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

All Nippon Airways provides direct flight options on this route, which is a rare occurrence.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Tokyo main airports to depart from

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~¥106,506

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Tokyo, offering a convenient entry point to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by various transport options).

💸 Flights from ~¥97,914

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is a major international hub with high flight frequency and excellent connectivity.

Istanbul, Turkey

91% AI deal score

$3,424

$2,372

Save $1,052

Sichuan Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Cheap Flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

Today’s best flight deals from Tokyo to Istanbul

Tokyo to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul

Direct flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Tokyo to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul

Tokyo - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January, August, and February are cheapest

Typically 40h 20m with connecting flights

Connecting flights are dominant

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Tokyo main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Dec 12

Dec 12

Sep 23

Oct 22

Oct 14

Oct 21

Sep 16

Sep 16

Oct 02

Sep 16

Dec 08

Nov 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

When should I buy Tokyo to Istanbul tickets?

How do I know if a Tokyo to Istanbul flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Istanbul?

Are there direct flights from Tokyo to Istanbul?

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

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Tokyo to Istanbul?

Related routes

More routes from Tokyo

Flights to Istanbul from other cities

Tokyo to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Tokyo to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul

Direct flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Tokyo to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul

Tokyo - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January, August, and February are cheapest

Typically 40h 20m with connecting flights

Connecting flights are dominant

All Nippon Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Tokyo main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Dec 12

Dec 12

Sep 23

Oct 22

Oct 14

Oct 21

Sep 16

Sep 16

Oct 02

Sep 16

Dec 08

Nov 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

When should I buy Tokyo to Istanbul tickets?

How do I know if a Tokyo to Istanbul flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Istanbul?