Travelling from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT): What you need to know
Istanbul's main base, Istanbul Airport (IST), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight is 11 hours 10 minutes.
Tokyo is six hours ahead of Istanbul. Tokyo Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). You can choose from 9 direct services each week. Turkish Airlines operates a 3:20pm departure between IST and NRT.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to NRT.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Get to your destination in one go from Istanbul Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) are available from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This leading airline operates departures from IST.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between IST and NRT is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to NRT. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Airport (IST). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and NRT are:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to NRT flight? Unwind in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
About Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Book a hotel near NRT if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport flight.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Getting from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
From Tokyo Narita International Airport, central Tokyo is around 56 kilometres away. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport is $699. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,076. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to NRT. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). January is when most people travel to Tokyo. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.
Book a Istanbul to NRT plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC and 15ºC.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Tokyo Narita International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Tokyo when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Tokyo Skytree followed by Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres west of Tokyo, a visit to Nagoya will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
Around 290 kilometres west of Tokyo, Toyohashi is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari.


