Travelling from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is six hours ahead of Istanbul, where Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SAW to Tokyo flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from SAW to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
SAW is about 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to SAW:
When it comes to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Tokyo
Rs92,876 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tokyo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs190,872. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SAW to Tokyo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from SAW to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. After your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near NRT. Unwind and get cosy after your SAW to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Tokyo Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
March is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, visit Tokyo in December.
Before booking a Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SAW to Tokyo in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tokyo right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are top attractions which should be on every Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Journey around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to tick off its leading sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of Japan, consider Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade are the start of reasons to visit.