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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 to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 11,965. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Osaka.R 7,100 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,100, select.

Osaka.R 7,294 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,294, select.

Osaka.R 7,329 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Jun.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,329, select.

Osaka.R 7,650 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,650, select.

Osaka.R 7,824 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,824, select.

Osaka.R 7,828 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Asiana Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Asiana Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,828, select.

Osaka.R 7,941 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,941, select.

Osaka.R 8,304 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,304, select.

Osaka.R 8,517 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,517, select.

Osaka.R 8,884 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,884, select.

Osaka.R 8,887 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,887, select.

Osaka.R 10,222 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,222, select.

Osaka.R 10,273 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,273, select.

Osaka.R 15,954 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 15,954, select.

Osaka.R 16,053 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 16 Apr, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,053, select.

Osaka.R 16,053 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,053, select.

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

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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).

Istanbul to Osaka: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 7,110
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	10 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airline	ANA (All Nippon Airways)
Average flights per week	22

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

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka)?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka) is R 10,373. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka)?

10 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka).

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka)?

ANA (All Nippon Airways) and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka).

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka)?

As of May 2026, there are 22 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka).

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka)?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka) is usually June.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport on Tuesday, 30 June 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 45 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Kansai International (Osaka)?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Osaka?

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.

Travelling from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport (KIX): What you need to know

Istanbul Airport (IST) is Istanbul's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport (KIX) taking off from here.
Take off on a direct Istanbul to Kansai International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 10 hours 45 minutes.
Kansai International Airport is located in Osaka. The city is in the UTC+9 timezone and is six hours ahead of Istanbul.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Kansai International Airport (KIX) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services every week. Get from IST to KIX on Turkish Airlines's 2:10am flight.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to KIX.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

You can hop on a direct flight from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport (KIX) departing from Istanbul Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport leaving from IST.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Turkish Airlines between IST and KIX.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Istanbul to KIX that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and KIX include:
- Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
- Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
- Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Istanbul Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
- Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can arrive at SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to KIX flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
68% of flights taking off from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

About Kansai International Airport (KIX)

Consider staying in a hotel near KIX if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.

Getting from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to central Osaka

Central Osaka is around 48 kilometres from Kansai International Airport and takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

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

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport is R 7,100. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,373. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to KIX.
The best month for picking up cheap Istanbul to Kansai International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to KIX is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a price drop.
Discover the best deal on a flight from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport (KIX)

It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport (KIX). April is the busiest month to visit Osaka. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.
Before locking in your Istanbul to KIX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Osaka, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Osaka

After booking your flight from Istanbul to Kansai International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Osaka:
Dotonbori and Osaka Castle are just two of the leading attractions to add to your Osaka travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Universal Studios Japan.

Explore more of Japan

Nagoya is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Osaka. Around 177 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Japan, consider Toyohashi, roughly 209 kilometres east of Osaka. Yoshida Castle, Okunoin and Futagawa Fushimi Inari are among its highlights.