Air tickets Zaisan — Istanbul

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This page covers the essentials of the route: the distance and approximate flight time, which airlines serve the direction, how connections work, what to know about visas, plus details of the arrival airport and what to see in the city.

General information about flights between Zaysan and Istanbul

The direct-line distance between Zaysan and Istanbul is about 4418 km. There are no non-stop flights on this route: the journey involves one or more connections and takes from ~8 h 5 min including the transfer; local time is 2 hours behind. Visa-free entry for up to 30 days (no more than 90 days within any 180); check the current requirements before travelling. Demand is seasonal, and the most convenient connections sell out first.

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Zaysan — Istanbul flight schedule

There are no non-stop flights between Zaysan and Istanbul. The journey is built from several legs — most often with a connection in Astana — and the total travel time starts at ~8 h 5 min, depending on the layover.

The number of flights and the quality of connections change by season and day of the week. Freedom Travel search will show the options actually available for your dates.

How much does a flight from Zaysan to Istanbul cost

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Which airlines fly the Zaysan — Istanbul route

• Turkish Airlines — operates the second leg, Astana — Istanbul
• Air Astana — operates the second leg, Astana — Istanbul

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How to get from Zaysan to Istanbul: your flight options

Zaysan airport currently has no scheduled service, so journeys usually start from Ust-Kamenogorsk, the nearest airport with a regular timetable.

A typical itinerary is a surface transfer to Ust-Kamenogorsk, then a flight to Astana and a connection on to Istanbul. Flying time across the two legs starts at ~8 h 5 min, not counting the journey to the airport.

When choosing a connection, look beyond the fare at the layover length and the transfer airport. Always check whether a transit visa is required in the country where you change planes.

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Istanbul airport

Istanbul Airport (IST) is located The European side of the city, about 35 km north-west of the centre. Onward transport to the city: HAVAIST buses, the M11 metro line, taxis; the city's second airport is Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), on the Asian side.

What to see in Istanbul

Turkey's largest city, spread across two continents along the shores of the Bosphorus, and 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, with a museum
• Grand Bazaar — One of the largest covered markets in the world
• Basilica Cistern — An ancient underground water reservoir
• Bosphorus cruise — A boat trip between Europe and Asia

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