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Getting from Sendai airport to the city center

Fastest option: Airport Access Line train. Best value: Airport limousine bus.

Sendai is served by Sendai Airport (SDJ), located 18 km south of the city center. The airport offers convenient airport transfers to city center destinations via train and bus services. The Airport Access Line provides a direct rail connection to Sendai Station, while limousine buses serve various points in the city. Taxis and rental cars are also available for travelers seeking more flexibility. Journey times and costs vary depending on the transport mode and traffic conditions.

Transport Option

Typical time

Typical cost

Frequency

Best for

17-25 min

¥660 (¥660 (~$4 USD) one way)

every 10–20 min (traffic dependent)

fastest to city center

40-60 min

¥1,000 (¥1,000 (~$7 USD) one way)

every 20–40 min (traffic dependent)

direct to hotels

25-50 min

¥6,000-¥9,000 (¥6,000–9,000 (~$40–60 USD) metered)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

25-45 min

¥5,000-¥10,000 (¥5,000–10,000 (~$35–70 USD) per day)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

exploring Tohoku region

25-45 min

¥8,000-¥15,000 (¥8,000–15,000 (~$55–100 USD) fixed rate)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups with luggage

Notes:

  • Prices in JPY; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • The Airport Access Line connects directly to JR Sendai Station, allowing transfers to Shinkansen and local trains.
  • IC cards such as Suica and PASMO are accepted on trains and buses.
  • Taxi fares are metered; late night surcharges may apply between 22:00 and 05:00.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Sendai

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January4°C-1°C
February5°C-1°C
March9°C2°C
April14°C6°C
May19°C11°C
June22°C16°C
July26°C20°C
August28°C22°C
September24°C18°C
October19°C12°C
November13°C7°C
December7°C1°C
Hottest Month
28°C
August
Coldest month
-1°C
January
Sunny days
257
days per year
Snow days
13
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
25 Apr
12°C6°C
2 May
21°C10°C
Sunday
26 Apr
16°C6°C
3 May
21°C13°C
Monday
27 Apr
81%
16°C10°C
4 May
79%
14°C12°C
Tuesday
28 Apr
18°C10°C
5 May
83%
14°C12°C
Wednesday
29 Apr
78%
15°C11°C
6 May
21°C12°C
Thursday
30 Apr
17°C9°C
7 May
60%
18°C13°C
Friday
1 May
15°C8°C
8 May
82%
19°C13°C

Frequently asked questions

Which airports are there in Istanbul?
Istanbul is mainly served by Istanbul Airport. But there are other airports nearby, including Sabiha Gökçen International, Istanbul Atatürk.
What airports are near Istanbul?
The main airport in Istanbul is Istanbul Airport. It is also served by Anadolu, Yenişehir.
What airports are near Sendai?
The main airport in Sendai is Sendai. It is also served by Sendai, Akita, Niigata, Fukushima, Ibaraki, Yamagata, Shonai, Hanamaki, Odate–Noshiro.
When’s the best time to travel between Istanbul and Sendai?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Istanbul and Sendai, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Istanbul and Sendai?
Traveling between Istanbul and Sendai, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Istanbul?
There are a number of airports in and around Istanbul. The main one is Istanbul Airport and other nearby airports include Anadolu, Yenişehir
How many airports are there near Sendai?
There are a number of airports in and around Sendai. The main one is Sendai and other nearby airports include Sendai, Akita, Niigata, Fukushima, Ibaraki, Yamagata, Shonai, Hanamaki, Odate–Noshiro.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Istanbul and Sendai depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Istanbul, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Istanbul and Sendai arrive?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Sendai, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.
What time do flights between Istanbul and Sendai depart?
What time do flights between Istanbul and Sendai arrive?

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