Istanbul to Tokyo Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Tokyo (TYO) connect Turkey and Japan. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,979 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IST, SAW and TYO, NRT, HND. The reverse route is Tokyo to Istanbul. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- Tokyo, Japan
- Distance
- 8,979 km
- Typical duration
- about 12 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- TYO, NRT, HND
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to Tokyo
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Route overview
Istanbul to Tokyo is a city-pair air route between Turkey and Japan. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and TYO. Related codes: IST, SAW → TYO, NRT, HND.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,979 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Tokyo airports and metro codes: TYO, NRT, HND.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Tokyo to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into Tokyo.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Tokyo?
Direct flights from Istanbul to Tokyo typically take about 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to Tokyo?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and Tokyo is approximately 8,979 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to Tokyo?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). Tokyo is commonly searched with code TYO (related: TYO, NRT, HND).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Tokyo?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Tokyo to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is Tokyo to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,979 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to Tokyo route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with Japan (Tokyo).