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      Flight deals from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka)

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,845. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Osaka.R 5,779 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,779, select.
      Osaka.R 5,803 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,803, select.
      Osaka.R 5,803 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,803, select.
      Osaka.R 5,803 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,803, select.
      Osaka.R 6,653 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,653, select.
      Osaka.R 6,845 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,845, select.
      Osaka.R 7,010 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,010, select.
      Osaka.R 7,102 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,102, select.
      Osaka.R 7,197 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,197, select.
      Osaka.R 8,156 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Apr.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,156, select.
      Osaka.R 8,161 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 May.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 22 May, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,161, select.
      Osaka.R 9,064 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 23 Jun, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,064, select.
      Osaka.R 9,065 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 8 Jul, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,065, select.
      Osaka.R 15,331 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,331, select.
      Osaka.R 15,954 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,954, select.
      Osaka.R 16,203 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,203, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka)

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka) flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Jul
      from R 6,845
      Aug
      from R 7,197
      Sep
      from R 5,803
      Oct
      from R 5,803
      Nov
      from R 5,779
      Dec
      from R 5,803
      Jan
      from R 6,653
      Feb
      from R 7,010
      Mar
      from R 7,102
      Apr
      from R 8,156
      May
      from R 8,161
      Jun
      from R 9,064

      Direct flights from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka)

      Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka): Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Istanbul to Osaka below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kansai International (Osaka).

      Itami Domestic (Osaka)

      11km from central Osaka
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      Kobe

      26km from central Osaka
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      Kansai International (Osaka)

      38km from central Osaka
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      from R 5,779
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      Istanbul to Osaka: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 5,779
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time10 hrs, 43 mins
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week15

      Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka): Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka) is R 9,581. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
      10 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka).
      Turkish Airlines and ANA (All Nippon Airways) fly direct from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka).
      As of July 2026, there are 15 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka).
      The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka) is usually December.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport on Wednesday, 2 December 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 43 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kansai International (Osaka) but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Osaka is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, Air China and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kansai International (Osaka).

      Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX): what you need to know

      • Hop on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 45 minutes.

      • The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is six hours ahead of Istanbul.

      • Every week, there are seven Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, select the 02:10 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 02:15 with Turkish Airlines.

      • Give yourself plenty of time to make your IST to KIX flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

      • Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Osaka — and maybe even more of Japan if you have time.

      • Most travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.

      • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between IST and KIX:

        • Tokyo Haneda Airport

        • Incheon International Airport

        • Beijing Daxing Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)

      • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport flight is R 5,779. A round-trip ticket right now is R 9,581. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

      • Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to KIX.

      • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

      • Snapping up cheap flights from IST to KIX is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

      • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport.

      Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

      Arriving at Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)

      Getting from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to central Osaka

      • KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.

      • Kansai International (Osaka) Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Osaka. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.

      • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.

      When to fly to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)

      • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. November is the most popular month to head to Osaka. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

      • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Airport to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport for August if you'd like to visit Osaka during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

      • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to KIX sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of Japan

      • Tokyo is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Osaka. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Tokyo Skytree, Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji.

      • Around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.