Istanbul to Tymbou (Kirklar) (IST–ECN) — 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–ECN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and Pegasus lead the route. The flight covers 496 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 15 | 320, 321 | 1h35-1h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| PC Pegasus | 14 | 320 | 1h34-1h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tymbou (Kirklar) from Istanbul
| Metric | IST→ECN | SAW→ECN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IST | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | 90 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 30m |
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · ECN: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Tymbou (Kirklar).
Turkish passport holders can enter Northern Cyprus (the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) freely with a passport or Turkish national ID card, with no time limit on stays. Ercan Airport (ECN) in Northern Cyprus receives direct flights from Turkey. Immigration at Ercan stamps you in immediately. Northern Cyprus uses the Turkish lira and Turkish is the primary language, making it a natural extension of travel from Turkey.
For the Republic of Cyprus (the southern part, an EU member), Turkish passport holders need a visa. Apply at the Cyprus Embassy or consulate. Turkish nationals can cross between Northern and Southern Cyprus at designated checkpoints (Ledra Palace, Ledra Street, and others in Nicosia) with a passport. At the checkpoint, Southern Cyprus authorities stamp a separate paper rather than your passport. Crossing is free and takes a few minutes.
Direct flights from Istanbul (IST or SAW) to Ercan run about 1 hour 30 minutes on Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and multiple other carriers. Several daily departures from Istanbul, Ankara, Antalya, and Izmir serve Ercan year-round. Northern Cyprus uses the Turkish lira (TRY). In Southern Cyprus, the euro is the currency, trading at roughly 38 TRY per EUR 1. Card payments work on both sides. Larnaca and Paphos in the south have their own airports (LCA, PFO) but Turkish carriers do not fly there directly. The Nicosia checkpoint crossing is the practical way to reach Southern Cyprus from Ercan.
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–ECN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to ECN
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Ercan International Airport (ECN) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines and Pegasus. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IST to ECN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to ECN is about 1 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 496 miles (798 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 74 return, totaling 103 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Esenboğa, Çukurova and Antalya. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pendik, Istanbul (SAW).