Istanbul to Aleppo (IST–ALP) — 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.
IST–ALP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 577 miles in approximately 2h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 7 | 73J | 2h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Aleppo from Istanbul
| Metric | IST→ALP | SAW→ALP |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IST | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 5m | 1h 40m |
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · ALP: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Aleppo.
Turkish passport holders do not need a visa to enter Syria for stays up to 90 days. Entry fees apply at all border crossings and airports. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Your passport must not contain an Israeli stamp or visa. If arriving by air, you may need a visa approval document arranged in advance, as airlines may not board you without one.
Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.
IST–ALP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Istanbul to Aleppo Flights
IST-ALP covers about 900 km with a flight time near 2 hours. Turkish Airlines and Syrian Arab Airlines have historically served the route. Aleppo is one of the world's oldest cities and Syria's historic commercial capital. The route connects two of the most important trading cities in the eastern Mediterranean region. Service availability depends on current conditions, so check airline schedules directly for the latest information.
Aleppo International Airport is 10 km east of the city center. When operating, taxis provide the main ground transport link. Gaziantep (GZT) in southern Turkey serves as an alternative gateway, about 100 km north of Aleppo with frequent daily flights from Istanbul. The IST hub connects to over 300 destinations, making it a natural transit point for passengers traveling to the northern Levant from anywhere in Europe, Asia, or Africa.