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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sydney to Tokyo:

• Earliest: departs at 09:25 and lands at 19:15
• Latest: departs at 21:45 and lands at 07:35.

The flight takes about 9h 50m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Tokyo:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from Sydney to Tokyo takes 9h 50m, covering 12,595 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Sydney to Tokyo range from $1,013 to $1,822, with an average of $1,398 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,013 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $1,398 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $594 return via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), compared with $1,613 for direct.

ANA is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Japan Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Sydney to Tokyo flights are:

• ANA: 95% on time
• Japan Airlines: 93% on time
• Qantas Airways: 77% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $44–$127 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Sydney to Tokyo flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 40%, Morning flights for 20%, and Evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Sydney to Tokyo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $550, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) – daily rates from around $28:

• Yesaway
• Times
• IX Rental
• Avis
• Wheego

Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) – daily rates from around $19:

• IX Rental
• Yesaway
• Relax Rent A Car
• Times
• JDM Rent a car

Flights from Sydney to Tokyo usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and may arrive at several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Sydney to Tokyo route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.

One-stop flights from Sydney to Tokyo most commonly connect through:

• Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) – 16% of one-stop connections
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 14% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 14% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Sydney to Tokyo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,327 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,515, a difference of $188.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Sydney and Tokyo. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Qantas Airways
• ANA
• Japan Airlines

Flying via Brisbane (BNE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 58m, compared to 13h 35m via Cairns (CNS) and 14h 21m via Melbourne (MEL).

Tokyo is 2 hours behind Sydney (Japan Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Akihabara Electric Town is one of the most viewed places in Tokyo on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Sydney to Tokyo flights:

• ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Qantas Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Virgin Australia: offers free seat selection
• Japan Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• ANA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Virgin Australia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

You can catch the Airport Link train from any of Sydney’s inner-city train stations. It departs from Central Station every 10-15min or so, and the journey usually takes 13min. Paying for your ticket is easy, as you should be able to tap on with your Opal card or a credit card. An adult fare costs around A$ 16 to A $20 one way, with the cost going up a little at peak times. If you’re using an Opal card, don’t forget to tap off when you reach the airport.

The layover options between Sydney and Tokyo depend on the airline you choose to fly with. For example, selecting a flight with Philippine Airlines will get you a stop in Manila at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). If you’d like to stop at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), look at flights with Cathay Pacific. If you’d prefer to stop in Taipei at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), consider looking at flights with China Airlines.

Need to leave your car in Sydney? Sydney Airport parking can be pre-booked online to save you time and money. There are car parks for travellers on any budget, from economic car parks to valet options. Fees vary depending on the car park you choose but start at approximately $30 per day. The budget car parks are serviced by a shuttle bus that operates around every 15 minutes.

There are car rental kiosks available for travellers arriving in Terminals 1 and 2, located on the first floor in the arrivals area. The agencies operating within Narita Airport include Toyota, ORIX, Nissan and Times Car. Availability can vary by season, so be sure to plan your reservation in advance.

Taxis from Narita Airport into the city centre are on a fixed fare system, provided that the passengers don’t request to stray from the expressways. A taxi from Narita Airport to Shinjuku and the surrounding areas will cost approximately 22,000-23,000 yen ($285-300), so it’s only worth it if you have too much luggage to take on the train.

In addition to the nap rooms, Narita Airport offers an onsite capsule hotel outside of Terminal 2, located near the multi-level car parks. 9 Hours Narita Airport offers 24-hour check-in and showers for travellers who want to take a more private nap and freshen up before their flight. Rates for a single night start at around 1,500 yen ($19.50).