Istanbul to Tarsus (IST–COV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IST–COV is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 455 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines Also: AT, B6, JU, LO, SQ | 70 | 320, 32B, 32Q, 73H, 73J | 1h35-1h40 | – | Star Alliance | AT, B6, JU, LO, SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tarsus from Istanbul
| Metric | IST→COV | SAW→COV |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IST | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 161 | 108 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 30m |
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · COV: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Tarsus.
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–COV Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to COV
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Çukurova International Airport (COV) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 161 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IST to COV Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to COV ranges from 1 hours 35 minutes to 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 455 miles (732 km). There are approximately 161 weekly flights outbound and 161 return, totaling 322 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via MED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pendik, Istanbul (SAW).