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$359+ Cheap flights from Tokyo (TYO) to Istanbul (IST)

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 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYO — IST
Apr 30 — May 71
Wed 4/30
Wed 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tokyo to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tokyo (TYO) to Istanbul (IST). 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 April 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$849
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$359
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$943

Good round-trip deal

$1,335 or less

Good one-way deal

$716 or less
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Cheapest flights from Tokyo to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tokyo to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/231:00 pmNRT - IST
2 stops49h 10mChina Eastern
Sat 12/61:35 pmIST - NRT
1 stop15h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/25$621
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:30 pmNRT - IST
2 stops30h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/67:35 amIST - NRT
2 stops29h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/25$803
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/215:40 pmNRT - IST
1 stop18h 30mEtihad Airways
Mon 5/262:10 pmIST - NRT
1 stop16h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/25$925
This MIAT Mongolian deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure MIAT Mongolian is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/212:40 pmNRT - IST
1 stop27h 45mMIAT Mongolian
Mon 7/72:20 pmIST - NRT
1 stop17h 20mMIAT Mongolian
Deal found 4/25$953
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1410:30 pmNRT - IST
2 stops49h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/207:00 pmIST - NRT
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,005
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1410:20 amNRT - IST
1 stop25h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 10/191:40 amIST - NRT
1 stop24h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,071
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2210:30 pmNRT - IST
1 stop25h 25mEmirates
Sat 5/312:10 amIST - NRT
1 stop33h 25mEmirates
Deal found 4/25$1,118
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/38:55 pmNRT - IST
1 stop28h 45mKorean Air
Mon 8/189:20 pmIST - NRT
1 stop36h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 4/25$1,174
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/110:15 amNRT - IST
Nonstop13h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sat 12/63:20 pmIST - NRT
Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,207
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2212:35 pmNRT - IST
2 stops20h 50mKLM
Sun 6/15:05 pmIST - NRT
1 stop35h 40mKLM
Deal found 4/25$1,300
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/27:25 pmNRT - IST
1 stop26h 45mAsiana Airlines
Tue 5/65:30 pmIST - NRT
1 stop18h 45mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,443
This Vietnam Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Vietnam Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/129:30 amNRT - IST
1 stop25h 05mVietnam Airlines
Thu 9/252:05 amIST - NRT
2 stops23h 10mVietnam Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,540

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tokyo to Istanbul 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Tokyo

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Wed 5/21

9:05 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops30h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 5/26

11:55 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops38h 10m

$849

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Wed 5/21

5:40 pm-6:10 am

1 stop18h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 5/26

2:10 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$925

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Sat 6/21

2:40 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 7/7

2:20 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$953

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Tue 10/14

10:30 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops49h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 10/20

7:00 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops41h 05m

$1,005

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Tue 10/14

10:20 am-5:20 am

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 10/19

1:40 am-7:40 am

1 stop24h 00m

$1,071

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Thu 5/22

10:30 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 5/31

2:10 am-5:35 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,118

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Sun 8/3

8:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 8/18

9:20 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop36h 05m

$1,174

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Thu 5/22

12:35 pm-3:25 am

2 stops20h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 6/1

5:05 pm-10:45 am

1 stop35h 40m

$1,300

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Fri 9/12

9:30 am-4:35 am

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 9/25

2:05 am-7:15 am

2 stops23h 10m

$1,540

TokyoIstanbul

NRT - IST

NRTIST

Tokyo Narita

Wed 6/4

10:35 am-5:45 pm

Nonstop13h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 6/12

3:50 pm-9:05 am

Nonstop11h 15m

$1,601

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Compare providers for flights from Tokyo to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Tokyo to Istanbul in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Tokyo-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Tokyo-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Tokyo-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Tokyo-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Tokyo-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Tokyo to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Tokyo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tokyo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 TYO to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Tokyo to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

When flying from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Tokyo to Istanbul. 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 April 25, 2025.

The most flights from TYO to IST 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).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated April 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tokyo to Istanbul, such as Korean Air, ANA and Asiana Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,063 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,063 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,063 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,063 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
443 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,063 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,208 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,063 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,063 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Chris,Mar 2025

SEA - ICN

Was told the flight was overbooked so they selected only a few people to weight their bags and we were forced to check our luggage. We Once we got seated on the flight there were many seats vacant and our overhead bin was completely open. Both our luggage and our carryon were small. We had booked our tickets months in advance and we watched people carry two small suitcases on without one word to them. Am I upset?? Yes it was disappointing.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air ($849), Etihad Airways ($925), and MIAT Mongolian ($953) offers the cheapest pricing from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport are China Eastern ($400), MIAT Mongolian ($432), and Thai Airways ($580).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Egyptair (57%), Turkish Airlines (57%) or ANA (57%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $565. While the most popular route (Tokyo Narita - Istanbul) can be booked for $881 on average our data indicates $1,211 when flying from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tokyo to Istanbul 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 Tokyo to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Tokyo to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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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