Flying from Osaka to Istanbul: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Osaka. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Osaka to Istanbul jetting off from here.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's major entry points.
The average length of a direct flight from Osaka to Istanbul is 13 hours 8 minutes. Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul 6 hours behind Osaka.
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 9 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Osaka to Istanbul is with Turkish Airlines at 22:30. Opt for the first KIX to IST departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 21:55 to maximise your time in Istanbul.
To ensure you get on your flight from Osaka to Istanbul, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You won't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from Japan and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before locking in your cheap flights from Osaka to Istanbul, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you're after a direct flight from Osaka to Istanbul, you can board one at Kansai International Airport (KIX). Get from KIX to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) without making any stops.
You'll find a direct flight from Osaka to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from KIX.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Osaka to Istanbul that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Kansai International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Central Osaka to KIX is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 44 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Osaka to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Kansai International Airport:
Arriving in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 50 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Osaka to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Osaka to Istanbul, expect a drive time of approximately 57 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable stays to drop your things at near SAW. Kick back after your flight from Osaka to Istanbul at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Istanbul
$468 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Istanbul. A return flight starts at $835. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap tickets from Osaka to Istanbul by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Osaka to Istanbul. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Osaka to Istanbul. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Osaka to Istanbul for August if you want to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Osaka to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Osaka to Istanbul:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
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