Istanbul to Gaziantep (IST–GZT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Istanbul to Gaziantep
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
555 mi 8 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IST and GZT, connecting options are available through 8 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to GZT.
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One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
STN ~12h 50m CGN ~13h 38m ADB ~14h 10m ECN ~14h 49m BER ~15h 9m
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Two-Stop Connections
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Gaziantep from Istanbul

Nearby airports with service to Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport.
Metric IST→GZT SAW→GZT
Distance from IST – 40 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 23
Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) to Gaziantep flights
Airports within 200 miles of IST with service to Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport.
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Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Gaziantep.
Distance & Flight Time
555 mi / 893 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–GZT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Gaziantep route.
Route details
Distance555 mi / 893 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: GZT
Full nameGaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport
IATA / ICAOGZT / LTAJ
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Elevation2,315 ft / 706 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to GZT flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through STN, CGN, ADB, ECN, BER, DUS, AYT and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from GZT 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 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours. The distance is roughly 850 km southeast. AnadoluJet, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines use narrowbody equipment, typically 737-800 or A320 aircraft.
Combined frequency across AnadoluJet, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines typically runs 5 to 10 flights per day. Gaziantep is Turkey's sixth-largest city and a major industrial center, so the route has heavy business demand. Flights operate from both Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).
Gaziantep Oguzeli Airport (GZT) is about 20 km south of the city center. The terminal was expanded to handle growing traffic and is modern with full facilities. Taxis and a city bus service connect the airport to central Gaziantep in about 25 minutes. Car rental is also available.
Gaziantep is Turkey's culinary capital and a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. The city is famous for baklava, kebabs (especially the Ali Nazik and lahmacun), and its pistachio orchards. The Zeugma Mosaic Museum houses one of the world's finest collections of Roman mosaics, including the Gypsy Girl mosaic. Gaziantep's copper bazaar and old covered markets are still active.
The Zeugma archaeological site is about 50 km east on the Euphrates River. The ancient Roman city of Zeugma was a major crossing point on the Euphrates, and its mosaics now fill the museum in the city center. The Gaziantep Defence and Heroism Museum covers the city's history. For day trips, the ancient city of Cyrrhus is about 70 km north. Halfeti, a partially submerged town on the Euphrates, is about 110 km east and popular for river boat trips.

Istanbul to Gaziantep Flights

IST-GZT covers about 850 km in under 2 hours. AnadoluJet, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines combine for 5 to 10 daily departures, making this one of the most heavily served domestic routes to southeastern Turkey. Gaziantep is Turkey's sixth-largest city, a major industrial center, and a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. The route carries heavy business and culinary tourism traffic year-round.

Gaziantep Oguzeli Airport is 20 km south of the city center, connected by taxi or bus in about 25 minutes. The Zeugma Mosaic Museum is the city's headline attraction, housing Roman mosaics rescued from the Euphrates valley. The bazaar district, copper markets, and baklava shops are concentrated in the old city core. Gaziantep also serves as a base for day trips to Halfeti on the Euphrates, the ancient site of Zeugma, and the ruins at Cyrrhus. Flights from both IST and SAW serve the route.