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Cheap Flights from Samarkand (SKD) to Istanbul (IST)

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      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Samarkand to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Istanbul.£201 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Centrum Air.Outbound direct flight with Centrum Air departs from Samarkand on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Centrum Air departs from Istanbul on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From £201, select.
      Thu, 10 JulSKD - IST with Centrum Air
      Direct
      Thu, 17 JulIST - SKD with Centrum Air
      Direct
      from £201
      Istanbul.£222 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Centrum Air.Outbound direct flight with Centrum Air departs from Samarkand on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Centrum Air departs from Istanbul on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From £222, select.
      Mon, 22 SepSKD - IST with Centrum Air
      Direct
      Thu, 25 SepIST - SKD with Centrum Air
      Direct
      from £222
      Istanbul.£232 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Aug, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Centrum Air.Outbound direct flight with Centrum Air departs from Samarkand on Thu, 14 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Centrum Air departs from Istanbul on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From £232, select.
      Thu, 14 AugSKD - IST with Centrum Air
      Direct
      Thu, 21 AugIST - SKD with Centrum Air
      Direct
      from £232
      Istanbul.£254 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From £254, select.
      Turkish Airlines
      Mon, 23 FebSKD - IST with Turkish Airlines
      Direct
      Turkish Airlines
      Sun, 1 MarIST - SKD with Turkish Airlines
      Direct
      from £254
      Istanbul.£255 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From £255, select.
      Turkish Airlines
      Sun, 1 MarSKD - IST with Turkish Airlines
      Direct
      Turkish Airlines
      Sun, 8 MarIST - SKD with Turkish Airlines
      Direct
      from £255
      Istanbul.£290 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samarkand on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Samarkand.Price includes taxes and charges.From £290, select.
      Turkish Airlines
      Tue, 15 JulSKD - IST with Turkish Airlines
      Direct
      Turkish Airlines
      Wed, 20 AugIST - SKD with Turkish Airlines
      Direct
      from £290
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Samarkand to Istanbul found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Samarkand to Istanbul

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Samarkand to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in July.
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      Direct flights from Samarkand to Istanbul

      Samarkand to Istanbul: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Samarkand to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

      Samarkand to Istanbul: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found£201
      Cheapest month to flyJuly
      Average flight time5 hrs, 11 mins
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week23

      Finding cheap flights from Samarkand to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Samarkand to Istanbul is £201. 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.
      5 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Samarkand to Istanbul.
      Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways and Air Samarkand fly direct from Samarkand to Istanbul.
      As of July 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Samarkand to Istanbul.
      The cheapest month to fly from Samarkand to Istanbul is usually July.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Airport on Thursday, 10 July 2025.
      Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 11 minutes.
      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.
      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.
      Currently, Centrum Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

      Travelling from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

      • Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

      • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours behind Samarkand.

      • Each week, there are 18 Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, select the 05:40 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 09:35 with Qanot Sharq.

      • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SKD to IST flight.

      • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

      • You can fly nonstop to Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey). Take to the skies with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

        • Qanot Sharq

        • Uzbekistan Airways

        • Turkish Airlines

      • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Qanot Sharq.

      • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SKD and IST include:

        • Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport

        • Dubai Airport

        • Novosibirsk Tolmachevo Airport

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

      • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is £111. A return ticket is currently £201. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

      • To secure cheap tickets from SKD to IST, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.

      • May is the cheapest month for flights from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

      • Save time searching for cheap flights from SKD to IST by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

      • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

      Handy information about Samarkand Airport (SKD)

      • Of all flights leaving Samarkand Airport, 66.25% land on schedule at their destination.

      • Samarkand Airport is about 4 miles from central Samarkand. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

      • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SKD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

        • Hotel Diyora

        • Hilton Garden Inn Samarkand

        • Medina Hotel Samarkand

      Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

      • If you're arriving on a late Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near IST:

        • Khavi Airport Apart

        • Yotelair Istanbul Airport (Airside)

        • Private Room in Istanbul #33

      • Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular outlets you can book with here.

      • For the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance.

      Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

      • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 30 miles away.

      • Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.

      When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

      • April is the most popular month for flights from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Istanbul in February.

      • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Samarkand Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

      • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SKD to IST sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

      • Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. Around 220 miles east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

      • Around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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