Cheap flights to Sendai
The air gateway to one of Japan's most important regions is Sendai Airport, located just 15 kilometers from the city center. The current route network includes 12 destinations connecting the city with major Asian transport hubs. The highest traffic intensity is recorded on flights from Osaka (244 departures per week), Fukuoka (163 flights), and Sapporo (129 flights).
Currently, scheduled air service to Sendai is provided by 20 airlines, with All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines playing a leading role. Flights by low-cost carriers such as Peach Airlines, which offer flexible fares, are also popular. Below are cards for departure cities with a search form, and additional information can be found in the city guide or the sections on how to get there and current weather.

Osaka — Sendai

Sapporo — Sendai

Hong Kong — Sendai


Taipei — Sendai
Flight insights to Sendai
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Sendai — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Sendai come from Osaka, Fukuoka and Sapporo. Osaka leads with around 244 flights a week.
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Sendai depart from Japan, Taiwan, Republic of China and Korea, Republic Of. Japan alone accounts for about 91% of all direct routes.
- Japanavg $76
- Taiwan, Republic of Chinaavg $170
- Korea, Republic Ofavg $115
- Hong Kongavg $153
- Chinaavg $217
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Sendai range from Osaka at $46 to Fukuoka at $92 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Sendai from right now are Osaka from $46, Sapporo from $51 and Nagoya from $52.
Popular departure cities to Sendai
Frequently asked questions
- How many cities have flights to Sendai?
- Air service is established with 12 cities, providing both domestic and international flights. The route network covers key destinations in Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, China, and Thailand.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Sendai?
- The highest number of flights arrive from Osaka (244 flights per week), Fukuoka (163 flights), and Sapporo (129 flights). Routes from Hiroshima (63 flights) and Nagoya (49 flights) are also popular.
- How many airlines fly to Sendai?
- 20 airlines operate flights. The largest carriers are All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines, and Peach Airlines, as well as regional airlines such as IBEX Airlines and Skymark Airlines.
- Which airports handle flights to Sendai?
- All flights are served at Sendai Airport (SDJ). The terminal is located approximately 15 kilometers from the city center, allowing you to reach your destination quickly after landing.
- When is the best time to buy flights to Sendai?
- To find the best prices, it is recommended to book tickets 8–12 weeks before your trip. Seasonality should also be considered, as demand for tickets increases significantly during cherry blossom season and public holidays.
- How can I find cheap tickets to Sendai?
- We recommend looking at flights from low-cost carriers such as Peach Airlines. To easily compare prices for different destinations, use the search form in the city cards provided on this page.