£393 Cheap Flights from Tokyo (TYOA) to Istanbul (IST)

Q: How much are return flights from Tokyo to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Tokyo to Istanbul is £393. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

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

13 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Tokyo to Istanbul.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Tokyo to Istanbul?

ANA (All Nippon Airways), Turkish Airlines and EgyptAir fly direct from Tokyo to Istanbul.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Tokyo to Istanbul?

As of May 2025, there are 41 flights per week flying from Tokyo to Istanbul.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul is usually May 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 21 June 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 18 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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Flight deals from Tokyo to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tokyo to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.£393 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Sun, 29 Jun.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From £393, select.

Istanbul.£414 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From £414, select.

Istanbul.£419 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From £419, select.

Istanbul.£430 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From £430, select.

Istanbul.£461 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 2 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From £461, select.

Istanbul.£492 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with Jeju Air and Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From £492, select.

Istanbul.£492 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From £492, select.

Istanbul.£498 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From £498, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tokyo to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Tokyo to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Tokyo to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£393
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	13 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airline	ANA (All Nippon Airways)
Average flights per week	41

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Flying from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
13 hours 27 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is 6 hours behind Tokyo. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul.
With 10 direct flights a week between the two airports, Haneda Airport (HND) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:15. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from HND to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 22:05.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tokyo to IST, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) leaving from Haneda Airport (HND).
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport departing from HND.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from Tokyo to IST that includes a stopover. To see your options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers between HND and IST include:
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
- Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
HND is approximately 10 miles from central Tokyo. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Haneda Airport:

Narita International Airport (NRT)

Looking to fly out of Narita International Airport (NRT)? You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) from this popular hub.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Tokyo to IST departing from NRT. Book your favourite aisle seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Narita International Airport and IST:
- Incheon International Airport (ICN)
- Kansai International Airport (KIX)
- Cairo International Airport (CAI)
NRT is around 40 miles from central Tokyo. It'll take you 58 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Tokyo to IST, take things easy in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport:

About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 30 miles away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Lock in a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from £223 or travel return from just £393. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
We recommend booking 8 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Tokyo to IST within that timeframe.
To get the lowest price on your tickets from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to browse the most affordable day to fly.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Tokyo to IST. There's no need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll update you when there's a change in price.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

The best time to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

February is the quietest time of year to fly to Istanbul. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Istanbul. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Tokyo to IST during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 2ºC and 11ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

More about Istanbul

Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Istanbul itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galata Tower.

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Select one of our car rentals in Istanbul and explore on your own terms. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one go after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.