Air tickets Turkistan — Istanbul

Looking for flights from Turkistan to Istanbul? On the Freedom Travel website and app you can find a suitable flight, compare options by price and travel time, book a seat and pay for your ticket online.

This page covers the distance and travel time, the status of the non-stop service, connecting options, airlines, visa formalities, the arrival airport and what to see in Istanbul.

General information about flights between Turkistan and Istanbul

The distance between the cities is about 3,250 km. A non-stop Turkistan — Istanbul service does exist: it is operated by Turkish Airlines with a flight time of about 5 hours 25 minutes. However, it is a seasonal spring and early summer route and it is not in the current schedule — aviation sources show the next season starting at the end of March. For now the practical option is a flight with a connection in Almaty or Astana, which takes from 9 hours including the layover. Time difference: Istanbul is 2 hours behind Turkistan. Citizens of Kazakhstan enjoy visa-free entry for up to 30 days (no more than 90 days within 180); check the current rules before you travel. The route is popular for holidays, shopping, medical treatment and business, and also as a hub for onward flights.

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Turkistan — Istanbul flight schedule

The non-stop Turkish Airlines flight from Turkistan to Istanbul operates only in season, in spring and the first half of summer; there are no departures in the current schedule, so no weekly frequency can be promised right now — watch for sales opening for the next season.

A connecting itinerary is available every day: FlyArystan takes you from Turkistan to Almaty or Astana, and Turkish Airlines and Air Astana fly onward to Istanbul, with several departures a day from Almaty. Schedules and fares are dynamic, so check the current options for your dates in the Freedom Travel search.

How much does a flight from Turkistan to Istanbul cost

The price depends on the departure date, the airlines on the connection, the season and how early you book. There is no fixed figure: the Freedom Travel search shows the current price for your dates, including all fees, with online card payment.

Which airlines fly the Turkistan — Istanbul route

• Turkish Airlines — the seasonal non-stop Turkistan — Istanbul service (not operating out of season), plus connecting flights via Almaty or Astana
• FlyArystan — non-stop Turkistan — Almaty and Turkistan — Astana flights, the first leg of the trip
• Air Astana — operates one of the legs (via Almaty or Astana) to Istanbul Airport

The set of available connections depends on the date — see the full list of options for a specific day in the Freedom Travel search.

How to get from Turkistan to Istanbul: your flight options

A non-stop flight is possible only while the Turkish Airlines seasonal service runs: it takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and saves a lot of time. Right now, out of season, that flight is not in the schedule.

The year-round option is one connection: FlyArystan to Almaty or Astana and then a Turkish Airlines or Air Astana flight to Istanbul. Almaty has more departures, while Astana sometimes offers a better-timed connection.

If you are planning a trip in spring or summer, it is worth comparing the seasonal non-stop with connecting options: the non-stop is faster, while a connection is available all year and is often more flexible on price. If your layover is outside Kazakhstan, check in advance whether you need a transit visa.

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Istanbul airport

Istanbul Airport (IST) is on the European side of the city, about 35 km north-west of the centre. HAVAIST buses and the M11 metro line serve the city, and taxis are available; the second city airport is Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) on the Asian side.

What to see in Istanbul

The largest city in Turkey, spread across two continents on the shores of the Bosphorus, the former capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires.

• Hagia Sophia — the greatest monument of Byzantine architecture
• Blue Mosque — the Sultanahmet mosque with six minarets
• Topkapi Palace — the residence of the Ottoman sultans, now a museum
• Grand Bazaar — one of the largest covered markets in the world
• Basilica Cistern — an ancient underground reservoir
• A Bosphorus cruise — a boat trip between Europe and Asia

Check your dates in the Freedom Travel search: while the seasonal non-stop is closed, we will find you a convenient connection to Istanbul via Almaty or Astana.