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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $625. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$610 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Samarkand on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $610, select.

Istanbul.$622 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $622, select.

Istanbul.$623 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Sun, 31 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $623, select.

Istanbul.$664 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 8 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $664, select.

Istanbul.$673 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $673, select.

Istanbul.$687 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Samarkand on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $687, select.

Istanbul.$714 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul, returning Thu, 23 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $714, select.

Istanbul.$744 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $744, select.

Istanbul.$744 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $744, select.

Istanbul.$779 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Fri, 15 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $779, select.

Istanbul.$780 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $780, select.

Istanbul.$897 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $897, select.

Istanbul.$962 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $962, select.

Istanbul.$1,057 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,057, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Samarkand to Istanbul

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Alternative Samarkand to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Samarkand to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul

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from $759

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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul

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Samarkand to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$291
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	5 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airline	Uzbekistan Airways
Average flights per week	24

Finding cheap flights from Samarkand to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are return flights from Samarkand to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Samarkand to Istanbul is $610. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Samarkand to Istanbul?

5 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Samarkand to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Samarkand to Istanbul?

Uzbekistan Airways and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Samarkand to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Samarkand to Istanbul?

As of April 2026, there are 24 flights per week flying from Samarkand to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Samarkand to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Samarkand to Istanbul is usually April.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Samarkand Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $610.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul on Wednesday, 29 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 10 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Azerbaijan Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Istanbul: what you need to know

Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul.
Samarkand International Airport is located in Samarkand. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours behind Samarkand.
The busiest flight route is from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Istanbul Airport (IST). You can choose from 16 services between these airports each week.
Give yourself enough time to make your SKD to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Start your journey at SKD and travel nonstop to Istanbul Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul tickets.
There's a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul, such as:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from SKD to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Novosibirsk Tolmachevo Airport (OVB)
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
Located around 5 kilometres from central Samarkand, SKD can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to SKD:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Samarkand International Airport, 68% of flights complete their journey on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Istanbul

$292 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $610. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from SKD to Istanbul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from SKD to Istanbul.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
To get the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from SKD to Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
After stepping off your SKD to Istanbul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

August is the busiest month for flights from Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SKD to Istanbul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Samarkand International Airport to Istanbul:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.