Osaka to Istanbul Flights

Flights From Osaka, Japan

Orbitz.com lets you find the best low-fare international flights from Osaka. There are two main airports operating near Osaka. The original Osaka International Airport now handles only domestic flights. Constructed in 1994 to ease the strain on Osaka International, Kansai International Airport now serves all international air traffic out of Osaka. Kansai was built on an artificial island in Osaka Bay and is located about 25 miles outside the city.

Parking at the Airport

A multilevel parking facility at Kansai International Airport serves cars, buses and motorbikes. The facility charges hourly rates. Parking spaces for drivers with disabilities are clearly marked on each level of the parking area.

Transportation to the Airport

The access bridge to the airport charges a toll based on the size of the vehicle. Taxi service from Osaka can drop you off directly in front of the terminal on the first floor. Commuter train and bus services are also available. Bridge tolls are included in the cost of bus or train tickets. For travelers located on the other side of Osaka Bay, a high-speed ferry travels to and from Kobe Airport and Kansai International Airport.

Restaurants at Kansai International Airport

Dozens of fine restaurants, noodle shops, bars and cafes fill the terminals at Kansai. Because the departing passengers represent a cosmopolitan group, there is something for everyone. For travelers in a rush, fast food options are also available. In passenger terminal 2F, there's both a McDonald's and a First Kitchen restaurant. Booking flights from Osaka with Orbitz.com guarantees that you'll have a pleasurable, worry-free experience.

Istanbul Area Airports

Orbitz.com offers cheap flights to Istanbul and vacation packages that let you explore this fascinating city, which spans two separate continents. The main airport for the city, Istanbul Atatürk International Airport, is located on the European side of the city, about 24 kilometers from the downtown area. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is on the Asian side of Istanbul, about 35 kilometers southeast of the city center. Istanbul Atatürk International Airport handles flights from over 70 airlines, including British Airways, United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Air France. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport serves over 30 airlines, including Sky Airlines, EasyJet, Turkish Airlines, and SunExpress.

Getting to the Airport

From Istanbul Atatürk International Airport, arriving visitors can opt to take the metro train or sea bus into Istanbul. The Sabiha Gokcen airport shuttle makes regular trips from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to various points within the city, and it costs 10 euro per person. Visitors can also get into the city from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport via sea bus or public bus. Both airports are also accessible via taxi.

Weather Conditions in Istanbul

In the summer, high temperatures average around 82 degrees Fahrenheit in June and July and drop to lows of around 65 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Rain is uncommon in the summer, although the humidity remains high during the summer months. Winters are often cold and snowy. In January, temperatures average between 37 to 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Spring and fall tend to be mild, and the bargain prices offered during these seasons make them ideal for a visit.

Vacationing in Istanbul

Take in a bit of history with a visit to Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, or one of the many Ottoman mosques scattered throughout the city. Archaeology museums are another popular attraction, or you can get tickets for a cruise on the Bosphorus to get a view of the city from the water. Once you know the sights you want to see in Turkey, check out Orbitz.com for cheap flights to Istanbul at any time of the year.