Isfahan to Istanbul (IFN–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IFN–IST had nonstop service from Turkish Airlines, last on the schedule in May 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,401 miles in 3h 50m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 7 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Istanbul from Isfahan
| Metric | IFN→IST | IKA→IST |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IFN | – | 189 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 3 |
| Weekly flights | – | 2 |
| Flight time | 3h 50m | 3h 55m |
Travel Essentials
IFN: +0330 · IST: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Isfahan, it's 5.5:00 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.
IFN–IST Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IFN to IST
Isfahan Shahid Beheshti International Airport (IFN) and İstanbul Airport (IST) had nonstop service from Turkish Airlines, last on the schedule in May 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
IFN to IST Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IFN to IST is about 3 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,401 miles (2,254 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tehran (IKA).