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Lowest fareTRY20,070Turkish Airlines
Fastest3h 45mgate to gate
Options found12flights on this route
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Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
TK-320
14:25
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
3H :45 M
Non Stop
20:10
2026-10-26
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
TK-322
21:15
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
3H :45 M
Non Stop
03:00
2026-10-27
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
TK-324
01:55
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
3H :50 M
Non Stop
07:45
2026-10-26
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
FlyDubai
FlyDubai
FZ-752
14:20
2026-10-26
Istanbul (SAW)Sabiha Gokcen
11H :05 M
1 Stop
DXB · 3h 15m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
03:25
2026-10-27
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
FlyDubai
FlyDubai
FZ-756
01:50
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
23H :35 M
1 Stop
DXB · 15h 35m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
03:25
2026-10-27
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
FlyDubai
FlyDubai
FZ-728
18:35
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
30H :50 M
1 Stop
DXB · 22h 55m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
03:25
2026-10-28
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
Emirates Airlines
Emirates Airlines
EK-2225
14:20
2026-10-26
Istanbul (SAW)Sabiha Gokcen
11H :05 M
1 Stop
DXB · 3h 15m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
03:25
2026-10-27
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
Emirates Airlines
Emirates Airlines
EK-2215
01:50
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
23H :35 M
1 Stop
DXB · 15h 35m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
03:25
2026-10-27
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
Emirates Airlines
Emirates Airlines
EK-2095
18:35
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
30H :50 M
1 Stop
DXB · 22h 55m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
03:25
2026-10-28
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
Emirates Airlines
Emirates Airlines
EK-122
20:05
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
29H :20 M
1 Stop
DXB · 21h 40m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
03:25
2026-10-28
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
Emirates Airlines
Emirates Airlines
EK-118
23:40
2026-10-26
Istanbul (IST)Ataturk
25H :45 M
1 Stop
DXB · 18h 05m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
03:25
2026-10-28
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat
PEGASUS AIRLINES
PEGASUS AIRLINES
PC-740
20:50
2026-10-26
Istanbul (SAW)Sabiha Gokcen
28H :35 M
1 Stop
DXB · 20h 45m Dubai (DXB), United Arab Emirates
03:25
2026-10-28
Ashgabat (ASB)Ashgabat

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Airfare Highlights

From flights departing on Mon, 26 Oct 2026.

Lowest fare TRY 20,070 Turkish Airlines 14:25
Earliest departure TRY 35,224 FlyDubai 01:50
Shortest duration TRY 20,070 Turkish Airlines 14:25
Night 00:00-05:59 TRY 24,879 Turkish Airlines at 01:55
Morning 06:00-11:59 No option Open full search for more
Afternoon 12:00-17:59 TRY 20,070 Turkish Airlines at 14:25
Evening 18:00-23:59 TRY 20,070 Turkish Airlines at 21:15

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

Istanbul (IST)

Ataturk

Turkey

GMT 3

Latitude: 41.275278

Longitude: 28.751944

Ashgabat (ASB)

Ashgabat

Turkmenistan

GMT 5

Latitude: 37.986801

Longitude: 58.361

Distance: Istanbul (IST), Turkey to Ashgabat (ASB), Turkmenistan - 2,549.33 km
Flights shown for 26 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Route forecast

Weather in Istanbul and Ashgabat

Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.

Departure city

Istanbul

Thu, 15 Oct
16°CRain expectedLow 14°
75% humidity 34 km/h wind 25.1 mm rain
  • Mon20° / 16°
  • Tue18° / 16°
  • Wed16° / 14°
Arrival city

Ashgabat

Thu, 15 Oct
27°CClear skyLow 13°
38% humidity 6 km/h wind
  • Mon21° / 15°
  • Tue24° / 14°
  • Wed26° / 13°

Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.

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How to travel Istanbul to Ashgabat

Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.

OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹39,3353h 45m3 flights
Connecting flight₹68,485Longer, includes a stop9 options

Air distance is about 2,549 km. 4 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from Istanbul to Ashgabat

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Emirates Airlines Flights

from TRY 43,0475 flights
Fares from
TRY 43,047
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
5 in the list above

Turkish Airlines Flights

from TRY 20,0703 flights
Fares from
TRY 20,070
Non-stop
3 in these results
Departures
3 in the list above

FlyDubai Flights

from TRY 34,9433 flights
Fares from
TRY 34,943
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
3 in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration3h 45m · Turkish Airlines
First departure of the day01:50 · FlyDubai
Last departure of the day23:40 · Emirates Airlines
Flight options found12
Direct / non-stop options3
Airport codesIstanbul–IST, Ashgabat–ASB

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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

The search for Mon, 26 Oct found 12 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 01:50 and the last around 23:40. The fastest flight takes about 3h 45m.

Morning vs Evening Departure Fares

Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from TRY 20,070, Evening from TRY 20,070, Night from TRY 24,879. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.

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Destination & City Travel Guide

About Istanbul

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.

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Tips for travellers from India

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.

Best time to visit Istanbul

April to May or September to October, around 11–25°C, for walking and ferries.

Places to visit in Istanbul

Hagia SophiaBlue MosqueGrand BazaarTopkapı PalaceGalata TowerBosphorus ferries

How to reach Istanbul

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.

What to do in Istanbul

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 information

Istanbul Airport (IST).

About Ashgabat

Ashgabat is a city whose scale is easiest to appreciate from its broad avenues and public monuments. The National Museum introduces the country's archaeology, while the Carpet Museum focuses on a major craft tradition. Old Nisa lies outside the central streets and needs a separate trip. Travellers from India should plan more than an airport transfer: Turkmenistan's visitor arrangements often involve a confirmed invitation and coordinated itinerary. The museum collections and archaeological landscape make useful anchors for that programme.

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Tips for travellers from India

Plan the National Museum before Old Nisa if the itinerary allows. The museum supplies context for the archaeological visit, while the remains at Nisa need a road excursion beyond the urban monuments. UNESCO identifies the Parthian fortresses as an important centre of the ancient empire; approaching them as an archaeological landscape makes the trip more rewarding than treating the site as another city building.

The Carpet Museum provides a different focus, centred on weaving rather than monumental architecture. Give it a separate appointment in the programme so that the visit is not squeezed between long drives along the ceremonial avenues. The Independence Monument and Arch of Neutrality can be considered together when arranging the city route with the local operator.

Choose accommodation in consultation with the host handling the invitation and pickup. Ashgabat's wide roads and spread-out sights favour a coordinated vehicle itinerary over an assumption that every museum is within walking distance. An airport arrival followed by the Carpet Museum is a different plan from heading straight to Old Nisa.

Ask the operator to name each museum and archaeological stop in the proposed daily route. This makes the balance between gallery time, road travel and monument viewing concrete before committing to a short stay in the capital.

Best time to visit Ashgabat

April to May or September to October, about 15–29°C, for outdoor sites.

Places to visit in Ashgabat

National Museum of TurkmenistanTurkmen Carpet MuseumIndependence MonumentOld NisaErtugrul Gazi MosqueArch of Neutrality

How to reach Ashgabat

By Air: Ashgabat International Airport (ASB) is roughly 10 km northwest of central Ashgabat; a prearranged road transfer commonly takes 15–25 minutes.

By Rail: Ashgabat railway station serves domestic routes; verify timetables with the local host.

By Road: Arranged cars and local taxis are used within the city; confirm intercity routes through the host.

What to do in Ashgabat

Visit the National Museum collection.
See Turkmen weaving at the Carpet Museum.
Arrange a separate trip to Old Nisa.
Walk approved public areas around major monuments.

Ashgabat airport information

Ashgabat International Airport (ASB).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking Istanbul to Ashgabat flights in advance?

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 Ashgabat dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Monday at TRY 20,070. This can change from week to week.

How far is Istanbul from Ashgabat by air?

The direct air distance between Istanbul (IST) and Ashgabat (ASB) is about 2,549 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.

Are there non-stop flights from IST to ASB?

Yes. 3 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Istanbul to Ashgabat. Use the Stops filter to see only those.

Which airlines fly Istanbul to Ashgabat?

Emirates Airlines, Turkish Airlines and FlyDubai 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.

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Ashgabat?

The quickest non-stop Istanbul to Ashgabat flight on this page takes about 3h 45m. Non-stop flights here take between 3h 45m and 3h 50m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.

What is the baggage allowance on Istanbul to Ashgabat flights?

Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 23 KG and 30 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.

What is the cheapest Istanbul to Ashgabat flight fare?

The lowest Istanbul to Ashgabat fare on this page is TRY 20,070. Fares on the same dates run up to TRY 49,925, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.

What time do Istanbul to Ashgabat flights depart?

On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 01:50 and the last around 23:40, 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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Check the airport codes IST–ASB, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.

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Approx route distance: 2,549.33 km.

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Lowest Istanbul to Ashgabat airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest FareFareDateAirlineDeparture
Lowest Airfare TRY 20,070 26/10/2026 Turkish Airlines 14:25
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days TRY 19,668 06/11/2026 Turkish Airlines 14:25
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days TRY 19,066 05/01/2027 Turkish Airlines 14:25

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Istanbul to Ashgabat Flight Distance, Duration and Time

The aerial distance between Istanbul and Ashgabat is about 2,549 KM. In these results, journey times range from 3h 45m to 30h 50m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.

Istanbul to Ashgabat Flight Schedule and Timing

The search for these dates returned 12 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first departure from Istanbul is at 01:50 and the last is at 23:40. Flights leave from Ataturk and land at Ashgabat.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight DetailsInformation
RouteIstanbul to Ashgabat
Aerial Distance2,549 KM
Flight Duration3h 45m - 30h 50m
Airport CodesIstanbul - IST, Ashgabat - ASB
Total Flights Available12 flights3 direct9 with layovers
First Flight DepartureDeparts at 01:50
Last Flight DepartureDeparts at 23:40
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)3 flights1 direct2 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)No flights in this time slot
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)3 flights1 direct2 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)2 flights0 direct2 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)4 flights1 direct3 with layovers

Airport Information & Terminals

IST: Istanbul airport system. Istanbul can mean the main Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen. They sit on different sides of the city, so airport choice can change transfer time completely. Match the airport to Sultanahmet, Taksim, Kadikoy or your business area.

ASB: Ashgabat airport. Airport access in Ashgabat depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.

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