Istanbul to Antakya (IST–HTY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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TK2254
TK Turkish
73J
12:55 PM
+03
2:45 PM
+03
1h 50m
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TK2250
TK Turkish
32B
6:00 PM
+03
7:45 PM
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1h 45m
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TK2255
TK Turkish
73H
3:30 PM
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5:30 PM
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TK2251
TK Turkish
32B
8:30 PM
+03
10:25 PM
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1h 55m
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Istanbul to Antakya
1 carrier, 14 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 529 mi 1h 45m nonstop 4 1-stop hubs

IST–HTY is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 529 miles in approximately 1h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IST–HTY service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TK Turkish Airlines 14 32B, 73J 1h45-1h50 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
32B Airbus A321neo (long range) – TK
73J Boeing 737-900ER – TK
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: TK (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IST to HTY direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to HTY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
296
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Antakya from Istanbul

Nearby airports with service to Hatay Airport.
Metric IST→HTY SAW→HTY
Distance from IST – 40 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 14 24
Flight time 1h 45m 1h 40m
Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) to Antakya flights
Airports within 200 miles of IST with service to Hatay Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Antakya.
Distance & Flight Time
529 mi / 852 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 45m to 1h 50m.
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–HTY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Antakya route.
Route details
Distance529 mi / 852 km
Flight time1h 45m to 1h 50m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: HTY
Full nameHatay Airport
IATA / ICAOHTY / LTDA
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Elevation269 ft / 82 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to HTY flights.
Nonstop flights from İstanbul Airport to Hatay Airport take approximately 1h 45m to 1h 50m. The route covers 529 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Turkish Airlines.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from IST to HTY. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ADB, RUH, ESB and ECN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from HTY 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.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Flight time is 1 hour 40 minutes to 1 hour 55 minutes on the 870 km sector. Eastbound flights tend to be slightly faster with prevailing winds. Hatay Airport sits near the coast in the Amik Plain, so approach conditions are generally smooth.
Turkish Airlines operates daily nonstop service from Istanbul Airport. Pegasus Airlines also flies the route from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen. Turkish typically uses 737-800 or A321 equipment. Pegasus flies 737-800s. Combined frequency gives 2 to 4 daily departures depending on the season.
Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul Airport (IST) on the European side. Pegasus departs from Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) on the Asian side. If you are staying on the European side of the city, IST saves time. If you are on the Asian side near Kadikoy or Uskudar, SAW is closer. Both airports have direct flights to HTY.
Hatay Airport is about 25 km from central Antakya. The drive takes 30 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. Airport shuttle buses (Havas) run to the city center timed to flight arrivals. Taxis are available outside the terminal. There is no rail connection.
Antakya is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. The Hatay Archaeology Museum houses one of the largest mosaic collections globally. The local cuisine is distinct from the rest of Turkey, with strong Arab and Levantine influences. Kunefe, the cheese pastry dessert, originated here. The city sits along the Orontes River in the shadow of Mount Staurin.

Istanbul to Hatay

Istanbul to Hatay covers 870 km with a flight time under 2 hours. Turkish Airlines serves the route from Istanbul Airport and Pegasus flies from Sabiha Gokcen, giving passengers a choice of departure point. Daily frequencies run 2 to 4 flights depending on the season. Equipment is typically 737-800 or A321 narrowbody aircraft.

Hatay province sits in Turkey's southeastern corner near the Syrian border, with a cuisine and cultural identity distinct from western Turkey. Antakya, the provincial capital, draws visitors for its archaeological heritage and food scene. The airport is 25 km from the city center with shuttle bus and taxi connections. The route serves both local traffic returning home and a steady stream of visitors exploring a part of Turkey most tourists skip.