Istanbul to Kastamonu (IST–KFS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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IST–KFS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 263 miles in approximately 1h 18m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 5 | 319 | 1h15-1h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · KFS: MSK
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Kastamonu.
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–KFS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Istanbul to Kastamonu
Istanbul to Kastamonu covers 350 km with a flight time of about 1 hour. Turkish Airlines serves the route from Istanbul Airport with service a few times per week. Kastamonu is a small Black Sea hinterland province in north-central Turkey that sees limited air traffic compared to coastal and eastern destinations.
The city retains a core of Ottoman-era wooden architecture and sits below a medieval castle. Ilgaz Mountain National Park lies 60 km east, with ski facilities in winter. The route primarily serves residents traveling to Istanbul for business or family rather than inbound tourism. The short flight replaces a 5 to 6 hour drive through the mountains of northern Anatolia.