Istanbul to Konya (IST–KYA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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–KYA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 306 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines Also: JU, SQ | 28 | 319, 32A | 1h15-1h20 | – | Star Alliance | JU, SQ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Konya from Istanbul
| Metric | IST→KYA | SAW→KYA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from IST | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 28 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 1h 10m |
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · KYA: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Konya.
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–KYA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Istanbul to Konya
Istanbul to Konya covers 620 km with a flight time of about 1 hour 20 minutes. Turkish Airlines and Pegasus combine for 4 to 7 daily nonstop departures across both Istanbul airports. Konya is Turkey's seventh-largest city and the spiritual home of the Mevlevi Order, founded by the poet Rumi in the 13th century.
The Mevlana Museum, built around Rumi's tomb, is the city's landmark and draws visitors year-round. December brings the Seb-i Arus festival with Whirling Dervish ceremonies that fill the city's hotels and push airfares up. Outside festival season, Konya serves as a conservative Anatolian business center with an industrial base in automotive parts and agriculture. The airport sits 18 km from the city center with taxi access. High-speed rail from Ankara is an option for passengers already in the capital, but flying from Istanbul is much faster.