Andijan to Istanbul (AZN–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
While no nonstop service exists between AZN and IST, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Istanbul from Andijan
| Metric | AZN→IST | TAS→IST | CIT→IST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AZN | – | 161 mi | 184 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | 71 | 14 |
Travel Essentials
AZN: +05 · IST: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Andijan, it's 4:00 PM in Istanbul.
M11 Metro to Gayrettepe takes about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart) with connections to M2 (Taksim) and M7. Runs from 5am to midnight. The metro bypasses O-7 motorway traffic, which is frequently heavy into the city.Havaist buses serve major destinations including Taksim, Kadıköy (European and Asian sides), and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (₺50–80). Taxis from arrivals are metered; insist on the meter. Journey to Sultanahmet or Taksim costs ₺400–700 depending on traffic. Rental cars available. Hotel shuttles common for business hotels near the city.
The new airport sits 35km from central Istanbul on the European side, slightly inland and exposed to Black Sea weather systems. Winters (December–March) are cold (0–8°C) with fog, rain, and occasional snow. Snow on the exposed plateau is more likely than in the city. Ice on taxiways causes delays.
Summers are warm (25–32°C) with dry, reliable weather. Spring and fall bring heavy rain and strong northerly winds (Poyraz) that can affect smaller aircraft. Fog is the primary low-season disruption risk. The airport's elevated position makes it slightly windier than the Atatürk site it replaced.
AZN–IST Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Andizhan to Istanbul: Fergana Valley to Turkey
AZN-IST spans about 4,300 km from Uzbekistan's Fergana Valley to Turkey's largest city. Uzbekistan Airways operates periodic direct flights in 5 to 6 hours, typically 1 to 2 times per week. Turkish Airlines also serves the corridor, sometimes via Tashkent. The route connects one of Central Asia's most densely populated regions with Turkey, a key destination for Uzbek workers, traders, and students.
For more schedule flexibility, connecting through Tashkent is the standard alternative. Andizhan to Tashkent takes about 1 hour, with onward flights to Istanbul running daily. Andizhan Airport is a small facility with basic services. Istanbul Airport is a massive hub with connections to all of Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. The route reflects the deep economic and cultural ties between Turkey and Uzbekistan that have expanded since the 1990s.