Flying from Istanbul to Nagoya: what you need to know
Istanbul is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Nagoya flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Hop off the plane at Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO), the primary gateway of Nagoya.
Nagoya's timezone is UTC+9, making Nagoya six hours ahead of Istanbul.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Istanbul to Nagoya flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Nagoya
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Istanbul to Nagoya flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Nagoya is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and pick up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to Nagoya by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Istanbul to Nagoya flights.
Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Istanbul to Nagoya flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Nagoya or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider adding a stop at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). It's a popular stopover on an Istanbul to Nagoya flight departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a short break to browse the airport stores.
SAW is about 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to Nagoya:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.93%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Nagoya
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
The distance from Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to central Nagoya is approximately 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Nagoya, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near NGO:
Go where the road takes you with a Chubu Centrair International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Times, TravelCar or E-drive and experience more of Nagoya and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Chubu Centrair International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
The street address for NGO is 1丁目 県道522号線, Tokoname.
Nagoya Airport (NKM)
The centre of Nagoya is located around 8 kilometres from Nagoya Airport (NKM). After your flight from Istanbul to Nagoya has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Nagoya Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Rakuten, Toyota Rent A Car or バジェットレンタカー and make a speedy getaway.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from NKM ahead of time. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when the airport is busy.
Nagoya Airport is located at Hayashizaki 県道448号線, Toyoba, Toyoyama.
Best time to go to Nagoya
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Nagoya, while June is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Nagoya based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Istanbul to Nagoya tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Nagoya, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Nagoya around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Nagoya
Start your Nagoya trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Nagoya, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are must-do's during your Nagoya adventure.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Nagoya, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey around 241 kilometres east to Yokohama to tick off its top sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Japan, consider Osaka, about 137 kilometres south-west of Nagoya. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are the start of reasons to visit.