Istanbul to Diyarbakır (IST–DIY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Istanbul to Diyarbakır
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652 mi 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IST and DIY, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to DIY.
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One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
AYT ~12h 55m ADB ~15h 32m MED ~18h 45m HAJ ~21h 45m JED ~23h 33m
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Diyarbakır from Istanbul

Nearby airports with service to Diyarbakır Airport.
Metric IST→DIY SAW→DIY
Distance from IST – 40 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 19
Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) to Diyarbakır flights
Airports within 200 miles of IST with service to Diyarbakır Airport.
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Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Diyarbakır is 0 hours the same as Istanbul.
IST: +03 · DIY: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Diyarbakır.
Distance & Flight Time
652 mi / 1,050 km
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–DIY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Diyarbakır route.
Route details
Distance652 mi / 1,050 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: DIY
Full nameDiyarbakır Airport
IATA / ICAODIY / LTCC
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Elevation2,251 ft / 686 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to DIY flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AYT, ADB, MED, HAJ and JED. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from DIY to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SAW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Flight time is about 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes. The distance is roughly 1,100 km east across Anatolia. Both Turkish Airlines and AnadoluJet operate the route with narrowbody 737 or A321 aircraft.
Combined frequency across Turkish Airlines, AnadoluJet, and Pegasus Airlines typically runs 4 to 8 flights daily. Diyarbakir is the largest city in southeastern Turkey and one of the busiest domestic routes from Istanbul. Flights operate from both Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).
Diyarbakir Airport (DIY) is about 5 km south of the city center. The terminal handles a high volume of domestic traffic and some international charters. The airport was modernized in recent years. Taxis are available outside and the ride to the old city takes about 10 minutes. City buses also serve the airport road.
Diyarbakir is one of Turkey's oldest continuously inhabited cities. The basalt city walls, stretching 5.8 km, are among the longest ancient fortification walls in the world and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Hevsel Gardens. The city is the cultural center of southeastern Turkey. Diyarbakir is famous for its watermelon festival, liver kebab, and kunefe dessert.
Diyarbakir is the regional hub for southeastern Turkey. Regular minibus and bus services connect to Mardin (90 km south), Batman (100 km east), Sanliurfa (180 km southwest), and Siirt (140 km east). The drive to Mardin takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. Diyarbakir's airport frequency makes it the best-connected air gateway in the region.

Istanbul to Diyarbakir Flights

IST-DIY covers about 1,100 km in roughly 2 hours. Turkish Airlines, AnadoluJet, and Pegasus Airlines combine for 4 to 8 daily flights, making this one of the busiest domestic routes to southeastern Turkey. Diyarbakir is the region's largest city and its UNESCO-listed basalt city walls are among the longest ancient fortifications in the world. The route carries heavy local and business traffic year-round.

Diyarbakir Airport is just 5 km from the old city, making the taxi transfer quick. The city serves as the regional transport hub for southeastern Turkey, with road connections to Mardin, Batman, Sanliurfa, and Siirt. Flights operate from both Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), so check the departure terminal when booking. Diyarbakir's cuisine alone draws visitors for the liver kebab and kunefe.