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Air distance is about 1,846 km. 4 airlines operate this route.
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| Fastest flight duration | 8h 5m · Azerbaijan Airlines |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 01:20 · Air Astana |
| Last departure of the day | 22:25 · Azerbaijan Airlines |
| Flight options found | 17 |
| Airport codes | Istanbul–IST, Aktau–SCO |
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The search for Mon, 26 Oct found 17 flight options. The first flight leaves around 01:20 and the last around 22:25. The fastest flight takes about 8h 5m.
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from TRY 7,678, Afternoon from TRY 28,310, Night from TRY 50,480, Morning from TRY 56,442. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Istanbul’s geography shapes every visit. Sultanahmet holds Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque within walking distance, while the Grand Bazaar is a separate trading maze nearby. Ferries across the Bosphorus reveal how the European and Asian shores fit together. Travellers from India may arrive for a city break or connect onwards, but a short stop still needs realistic transfer time: Istanbul Airport is northwest of the historic centre, and traffic can slow road routes sharply.
Sultanahmet is the most direct base for Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and nearby historic streets. A stay near Taksim instead favours the northern side of the central European districts, while Kadıköy provides an Asian-shore base reached by ferry or rail. Istanbul Airport is northwest of these areas; Sabiha Gökçen is a separate airport on the Asian side. A connection involving both needs a cross-city transfer.
The airport metro connects through Gayrettepe, where onward city rail serves other districts. In June 2026, the final Halkalı–Arnavutköy section opened, extending the airport railway towards Halkalı and giving passengers another western connection. Choose the interchange for the final hotel rather than assuming the airport train runs directly to Sultanahmet. The Grand Bazaar fits into a historic-peninsula day, while a Bosphorus ferry ride can be planned around an actual destination on the opposite shore. A scheduled public ferry and a sightseeing cruise offer different routes and ticket arrangements. The Blue Mosque is an active place of worship, so visitor access is organised around prayers; Hagia Sophia has separate visitor arrangements. Grouping these sites geographically still requires treating each entrance as a distinct visit. For an early flight, compare the first airport transport departure with the check-in time.
April to May or September to October, around 11–25°C, for walking and ferries.
By Air: Istanbul Airport (IST) is about 35 km northwest of the centre; metro to Gayrettepe takes roughly 30 minutes, followed by onward travel. Airport buses and taxis serve city districts.
By Rail: Gayrettepe connects the M11 airport metro with the wider metro network; Sirkeci is useful for historic peninsula travel.
By Road: Havaist airport buses serve major districts; intercity coaches use large terminals on both sides of the city.
Visit Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque in Sultanahmet.
Browse the covered lanes of the Grand Bazaar.
Take a public ferry across the Bosphorus.
Explore the courtyards of Topkapı Palace.
Istanbul Airport (IST).
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There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Istanbul to Aktau dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Monday at TRY 7,678. This can change from week to week.
The direct air distance between Istanbul (IST) and Aktau (SCO) is about 1,846 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Not on the dates shown here. Every Istanbul to Aktau option on this page has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so check nearby dates before you decide.
Air Astana, Azerbaijan Airlines and Qatar Airways are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
Every option on this page has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 8h 5m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 25 KG, 30 KG and 2 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
The lowest Istanbul to Aktau fare on this page is TRY 7,678. Fares on the same dates run up to TRY 57,643, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 01:20 and the last around 22:25, local time at Istanbul. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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The IST to SCO cards above show selected flight options. Airline prices and seat availability can move quickly, so the final fare is rechecked in the booking flow.
Approx route distance: 1,846.11 km.
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| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare | TRY 7,678 | 26/10/2026 | Azerbaijan Airlines | 22:25 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | TRY 7,524 | 07/11/2026 | Azerbaijan Airlines | 22:25 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | TRY 7,294 | 06/01/2027 | Azerbaijan Airlines | 22:25 |
FlyX lists each Istanbul to Aktau flight in these results with its fare, departure time, stops, layover airport and baggage, so you can compare air tickets side by side. To find a cheap ticket, sort by price and check what baggage the fare includes. The fare is checked with the airline again before you pay.
The aerial distance between Istanbul and Aktau is about 1,846 KM. In these results, journey times range from 8h 5m to 51h 5m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
The search for these dates returned 17 flight options. The first departure from Istanbul is at 01:20 and the last is at 22:25. Flights leave from Ataturk and land at Aktau.
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | Istanbul to Aktau |
| Aerial Distance | 1,846 KM |
| Flight Duration | 8h 5m - 51h 5m |
| Airport Codes | Istanbul - IST, Aktau - SCO |
| Total Flights Available | 17 flights0 direct17 with layovers |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 01:20 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 22:25 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 1 flight0 direct1 with layover |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 1 flight0 direct1 with layover |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 3 flights0 direct3 with layovers |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 4 flights0 direct4 with layovers |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 8 flights0 direct8 with layovers |
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