Istanbul to Charleston (IST–CHS) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
IAD Dulles 13h 45m 6EPKTG → ACCMEJA Dulles (IAD) to Charleston flights
JFK New York 13h 58m 6EAVB6 → AFATB6 New York (JFK) to Charleston flights
ATL Atlanta 14h 5m 6EPKTG → AFAMDL Atlanta (ATL) to Charleston flights
DTW Detroit 14h 12m TK → AFAMDL Detroit (DTW) to Charleston flights
ORD Chicago 14h 23m 6EHYPK → AAACAS Chicago (ORD) to Charleston flights
MIA Miami 15h 28m 6EPKTG → AAEJA Miami (MIA) to Charleston flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 15h 33m PKTK → AAASAY Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Charleston flights
IAH Houston 16h 27m 6EPKTG → UA Houston (IAH) to Charleston flights
SFO San Francisco 19h 36m 6EPKTK → MX San Francisco (SFO) to Charleston flights
LAX Los Angeles 19h 39m 6EHYNZ → MX Los Angeles (LAX) to Charleston flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Istanbul to Charleston
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-7h behind

While no nonstop service exists between IST and CHS, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore IST Routes CHS Routes IST Live Flights CHS Live Flights CHS Delays
All flights from Charleston (CHS) Charleston to Istanbul flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to CHS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
IAD ~13h 45m JFK ~13h 58m ATL ~14h 5m DTW ~14h 12m ORD ~14h 23m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,157
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IST → CHS
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
CHS → IST
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. CHS delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-7h
Charleston is 7 hours behind Istanbul.
IST: +03 · CHS: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 11:00 AM in Charleston.
Visa & Entry

Turkish passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. Turkey is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so ESTA is not an option. Apply through the US embassy or consulate in Turkey. The process includes an online DS-160 form, a USD 185 application fee, and an in-person interview. Wait times for interview appointments vary by location and season. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned stay.

Bring proof of ties to Turkey (employment, property, family), a travel itinerary, and evidence of funds. Approval grants a visa valid for up to 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to IST

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.

Facts

IST–CHS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Charleston route.
Route details
Time difference-7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: CHS
Full nameCharleston International Airport
IATA / ICAOCHS / KCHS
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr6.2M
Elevation46 ft / 14 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to CHS flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Washington Dulles, John F. Kennedy and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta.
Charleston is 7 hours behind Istanbul.
Yes, return flights from CHS to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Washington Dulles, John F. Kennedy and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.