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Flights from Osaka to Istanbul

Reaching Istanbul from Osaka involves at least one connection through major hubs across Asia or Europe. The journey typically takes longer than a direct flight but offers flexibility in routing options and carrier choices for budget-conscious travelers.

Cheapest monthSeptember
Airlines10
Direct flightswith a stop
Distance8,746 km
Direct flight time *11 h 07 min
Updated 2 Nov 2026

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Prices found on this route

Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com

AirlineFlightRatingDatePrice fromSearch
Miat Mongolian AirlinesMiat Mongolian AirlinesOMwith a stop★★★★★ 4.318 Aug 2027from $537Search 18 Aug 2027
AirAsiaAirAsiaAKwith a stop—8 Nov 2026from $625Search 8 Nov 2026
AirAsiaX Sdn BhdAirAsiaX Sdn BhdD7with a stop—8 Nov 2026from $630Search 8 Nov 2026
Thai Airways IntlThai Airways IntlTGwith a stop★★★★★ 4.43 Nov 2026from $668Search 3 Nov 2026
Air ChinaAir ChinaCAwith a stop★★★★★ 3.812 Mar 2027from $675Search 12 Mar 2027
Etihad AirwaysEtihad AirwaysEYwith a stop★★★★★ 4.69 May 2027from $708Search 9 May 2027
Shanghai AirlinesShanghai AirlinesFMwith a stop—24 Jan 2027from $720Search 24 Jan 2027
China Eastern AirlinesChina Eastern AirlinesMUwith a stop★★★★★ 3.611 Mar 2027from $743Search 11 Mar 2027
Thai AirAsia X CompanyThai AirAsia X CompanyXJwith a stop—6 Nov 2026from $826Search 6 Nov 2026
China Southern AirlinesChina Southern AirlinesCZwith a stop★★★★★ 3.98 May 2027from $831Search 8 May 2027

Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 2 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.

Price by month

Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: September — from $444.

MonthPrice fromDate
November 2026from $6258 Nov 2026
December 2026from $7143 Dec 2026
January 2027from $8981 Jan 2027
February 2027from $65924 Feb 2027
March 2027from $8815 Mar 2027
April 2027from $45024 Apr 2027
May 2027from $6479 May 2027
June 2027from $88121 Jun 2027
July 2027from $6474 Jul 2027
August 2027from $67915 Aug 2027
September 2027from $44411 Sept 2027
October 2027from $60317 Oct 2027

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Airports on this route

Distances are straight-line from the city centre

CityAirportTo centre
OsakaOsaka Intl (Itami) ITM12 km
OsakaKansai International KIX38 km
IstanbulIstanbul Airport IST33 km
IstanbulSabiha Gokcen SAW33 km

Route on the map

OsakaIstanbul8,746 km
Osaka – Istanbul: 8,746 km in a straight line; Turkey is highlighted. Land outlines: Natural Earth.

When to fly

The shoulder periods around September often show competitive pricing before and after peak travel seasons. September stands out as the most affordable time to book this route, while winter months bring holiday traffic that drives costs up. Booking several weeks ahead usually secures better rates than last-minute purchases on connecting flights.

Airlines and what to expect

Thai Airways International operates regular connections with full-service amenities including checked baggage and meals. Budget carriers like AirAsia provide basic transportation at lower fare levels without included extras. Singapore Airlines offers premium service through its hub for comfortable long-haul segments to the Turkish capital.

Arriving — Istanbul

Istanbul Airport sits further from central districts while Sabiha Gokcen offers closer proximity for most travelers. Both locations connect to the city through metro lines, buses, and taxi services with varying journey times depending on traffic conditions. Public transport remains reliable regardless of which terminal serves your arrival flight.

Before you go: Turkey

Currency
TRY (₺)
Power sockets
Type C, F · 230 V
Language
Turkish
Emergency number
112, 177
Driving side
right
Calling code
+36
Internet domain
.tr
Population of Istanbul
15.7 M (2023)
Time zone
UTC+03 (Europe/Istanbul)

Country facts: Wikidata

Check before you book

  • Verify departure airport selection when booking from Osaka's two airports
  • Confirm baggage allowances since budget airlines charge separately
  • Review connection requirements if using separate tickets
  • Check passport validity before international travel to Turkey

Frequently asked questions

Osaka – Istanbul: when is it cheapest to fly?

The lowest price in recent searches was found for September 2027 — $444. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.

Osaka – Istanbul: which airlines fly this route?

Airlines with offers on this route: Miat Mongolian Airlines, AirAsia, AirAsiaX Sdn Bhd, Thai Airways Intl, Air China, Etihad Airways, Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Thai AirAsia X Company, China Southern Airlines.

Osaka – Istanbul: are there direct flights?

Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.

How long is the flight from Osaka to Istanbul?

The distance is about 8,746 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 11 h 07 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.

Which airports serve Osaka – Istanbul?

Osaka: Osaka Intl (Itami) (ITM), Kansai International (KIX). Istanbul: Istanbul Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

What is the time difference between Osaka and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 6 h behind Osaka.

Osaka — more routes

ToAirlineFlightDatePrice from
FrankfurtVietnam Airlineswith a stop10 Nov 2026from $553
IstanbulAirAsiawith a stop8 Nov 2026from $625
KrakowTurkish Airlineswith a stop31 May 2027from $1,077
WarsawTurkish Airlineswith a stop5 Nov 2026from $1,112

Istanbul — flights from other cities

FromAirlineFlightDatePrice from
AntalyaPegasuswith a stop4 Dec 2026from $29
BucharestPegasusdirect2 Dec 2026from $46
BudapestWizz Airdirect9 Jan 2027from $53
KrakowAir Serbiawith a stop9 Nov 2026from $98
IasiTaromwith a stop1 Dec 2026from $122
BatumiPegasusdirect10 Nov 2026from $126
WarsawPegasuswith a stop7 Nov 2026from $139

Istanbul: flights to the city

Nearby alternatives

Airports within reach of Osaka / Istanbul that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper

RouteDistanceFlightDatePrice from
Nagoya → Istanbul139 km from Osakawith a stop12 Nov 2026from $683

More destinations in Turkey: flights

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