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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo from £262

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — TYO
4 Mar — 11 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Tokyo are usually found in December or January, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 February 2026.

Thu 5/1116:20
IST
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NRT
1 stop16h 10m
MIAT Mongolian
Sat 14/1115:30
NRT
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IST
1 stop29h 00m
MIAT Mongolian
Deal found 2/2£482
Tue 20/1014:10
IST
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NRT
1 stop17h 30m
MIAT Mongolian
Wed 28/1015:30
NRT
-
IST
1 stop29h 00m
MIAT Mongolian
Deal found 1/2£490
Tue 12/514:10
IST
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NRT
1 stop17h 30m
MIAT Mongolian
Mon 18/514:40
NRT
-
IST
1 stop27h 45m
MIAT Mongolian
Deal found 1/2£522
Tue 12/514:10
IST
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NRT
1 stop17h 30m
MIAT Mongolian
Wed 20/514:40
NRT
-
IST
1 stop27h 45m
MIAT Mongolian
Deal found 1/2£555
Tue 19/514:10
IST
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NRT
1 stop17h 30m
MIAT Mongolian
Mon 25/514:40
NRT
-
IST
1 stop27h 45m
MIAT Mongolian
Deal found 1/2£562
Sun 1/223:00
IST
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NRT
1 stop33h 30m
MIAT Mongolian
Sat 28/215:30
NRT
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IST
1 stop29h 00m
MIAT Mongolian
Deal found 31/1£566
Mon 6/400:30
IST
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NRT
1 stop31h 00m
China Southern
Fri 17/414:35
NRT
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IST
1 stop37h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 31/1£570
Sun 24/514:10
IST
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NRT
1 stop17h 30m
MIAT Mongolian
Wed 3/614:40
NRT
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IST
1 stop27h 45m
MIAT Mongolian
Deal found 31/1£573
Tue 7/414:10
IST
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NRT
1 stop17h 30m
MIAT Mongolian
Sat 18/414:40
NRT
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IST
1 stop27h 45m
MIAT Mongolian
Deal found 1/2£578

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Tokyo (TYO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£522

One-way from

£262

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

£623

Good round-trip deal

£687 or less
MIAT Mongolian
  • MIAT Mongolian
  • 12/5-18/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 15m total
  • Istanbul to Tokyo
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24/5
  • 24/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Istanbul to Tokyo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Tokyo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 2 February 2026.
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IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Sat 1/8

17:30-18:25

1 stop18h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 19/8

19:25-16:10

1 stop26h 45m

£639

IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Wed 29/7

17:30-18:25

1 stop18h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 19/8

19:25-16:10

1 stop26h 45m

£639

IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Sun 12/4

14:00-20:55

1 stop24h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 14/4

13:50-08:00

1 stop24h 10m

£679

IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Sat 16/5

11:00-12:50

2 stops43h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 31/5

10:55-07:00

2 stops26h 05m

£694

IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Sat 16/5

11:00-20:55

2 stops27h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 29/5

10:55-07:00

2 stops26h 05m

£694

IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Thu 30/7

14:10-18:25

2 stops46h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 14/8

19:25-13:05

2 stops47h 40m

£733

IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Thu 30/7

14:10-18:25

2 stops46h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 16/8

09:00-13:05

2 stops34h 05m

£733

IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Fri 10/4

14:00-20:55

1 stop24h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 18/4

13:50-08:00

1 stop24h 10m

£773

IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Wed 8/4

14:00-15:55

1 stop19h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 19/4

13:50-08:00

1 stop24h 10m

£776

IstanbulTokyo

IST - NRT

ISTNRT

Istanbul

Wed 8/4

14:00-15:55

1 stop19h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 14/4

16:55-08:00

1 stop21h 05m

£776

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Tokyo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo is 36 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo (average of £354). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo in July is currently the most expensive (average of £466). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to TYO?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Tokyo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 2 February 2026.

The most flights from IST to TYO are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

Share of one-stop return flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Guangzhou (CAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 70% of one-stop itineraries from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Beijing (PKX) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £478.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Guangzhou (CAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 15h 41m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.

How often are flights from Istanbul to Tokyo delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Tokyo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 162 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Tokyo flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Tokyo flights?

Over the past year, ANA have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Tokyo. Reviews last updated 2 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA, Etihad Airways, andChina Southern from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very Good
1,082 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
ANA
8.4
Very Good
1,082 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
1,082 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,380 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
1,082 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
China Southern
7.3
Good
136 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
1,082 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
1,082 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!
Air China
7.2
Good
138 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
1,082 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lindsey,Jan 2026

CGK - HND

All of the flight attendants were very nice & attentive. The bathrooms were kept very clean. We have no complaints!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Tokyo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo can take about 18h 55m. Asiana Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £639. Airlines will cover a distance of 5576 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Southern (£398), and Etihad Airways (£432) offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo. China Southern is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

    Before booking your flight to Tokyo from Istanbul Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Egyptair (78%), Turkish Airlines (78%), ANA( 78%).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

    Of the flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo that have stopovers, most of them stop in Abu Dhabi. Istanbul Airport to Tokyo flights stop in Shanghai the next most.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Abu Dhabi?

    If you're on a stopover in Abu Dhabi and looking for things to do, consider visiting Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace, or Emirates Park Zoo. Etihad Towers, Emirates Palace and Emirates Park Zoo are located about 20.8 mi, 21.1 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travellers can rent a car at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for an average daily rate of £20 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Shanghai?

    Most Shanghai visitors opt to spend their time at People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai Dianchun Hall. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland and Shanghai Dianchun Hall are located about 20.3 mi, 8.7 mi, and 19.4 mi, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Istanbul Airport to Tokyo flights?

    Istanbul Airport to Tokyo flights have a stopover in Guangzhou the least frequently. Guangzhou is followed by Beijing in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Tokyo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Tokyo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Tokyo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Tokyo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Tokyo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Tokyo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo (average of £354). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Tokyo in July is currently the most expensive (average of £466). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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China SouthernCheapest£398Average£490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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