Istanbul to Kazan (IST–KZN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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TK429
TK Turkish
73H
1:15 AM
+03
6:10 AM
MSK
4h 55m
62%
M T W T F S S
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N41016
N4 Nordwind
73H
5:30 PM
+03
9:50 PM
MSK
4h 20m
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M T W T F S S
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TK430
TK Turkish
32B
8:20 AM
MSK
1:45 PM
+03
5h 25m
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M T W T F S S
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N41015
N4 Nordwind
73H
11:30 AM
MSK T1
4:25 PM
+03
4h 55m
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M T W T F S S
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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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
SVO Moscow 5h 5m 2SSU → 5NN4SU Moscow (SVO) to Kazan flights
TBS Tbilisi 5h 55m B6BTTK → WZ Tbilisi (TBS) to Kazan flights
BEG Belgrade 6h 20m 6EEYJU → JU Belgrade (BEG) to Kazan flights
AER Sochi 6h 32m A4EYSU → N4SU Sochi (AER) to Kazan flights
EVN Yerevan 6h 35m TK → 3FWZ Yerevan (EVN) to Kazan flights
KRR Krasnodar 7h 15m A4SU → SU Krasnodar (KRR) to Kazan flights
LED St. Petersburg 7h 15m SUTK → 5NB2N4 St. Petersburg (LED) to Kazan flights
AYT Antalya 7h 18m ATAYJU → 2SSUXC Antalya (AYT) to Kazan flights
NQZ Astana 7h 55m KCTK → WZ Astana (NQZ) to Kazan flights
SVX Yekaterinburg 9h 13m SUU6 → WZ Yekaterinburg (SVX) to Kazan flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Istanbul to Kazan
2 carriers, 11 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 1,356 mi 4h 38m nonstop

IST–KZN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and Nordwind Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,356 miles in approximately 4h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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All flights from Kazan (KZN) Kazan to Istanbul flights
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IST–KZN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TK Turkish Airlines 7 73H 4h55 – Star Alliance –
N4 Nordwind Airlines 4 73H 4h20 – – –
Aircraft on this route
73H Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) – N4, TK
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: TK (7 flights/wk, 64%)
Unaffiliated: N4 (4 flights/wk, 36%)
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 KZN direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
2
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
11
Outbound / wk
11
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to KZN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
29
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
SVO ~5h 5m TBS ~5h 55m BEG ~6h 20m AER ~6h 32m EVN ~6h 35m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,097
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Kazan.
Distance & Flight Time
1,356 mi / 2,183 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 38m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

Turkish passport holders need an eVisa to enter Russia. Apply through the official Russian eVisa portal at evisa.kdmid.ru. The eVisa allows stays up to 16 days per entry within a 60-day validity window. The fee is USD 52 for adults. Children under 6 are exempt from the fee. Processing takes up to 4 calendar days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The eVisa covers tourism, business, and humanitarian visits.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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–KZN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Kazan route.
Route details
Distance1,356 mi / 2,183 km
Flight time4h 38m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights11 out / 11 return
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: KZN
Full nameKazan International Airport
IATA / ICAOKZN / UWKD
TimezoneEurope/Moscow
Passengers/yr5.4M
Elevation411 ft / 125 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to KZN flights.
Nonstop flights from İstanbul Airport to Kazan International Airport take about 4h 38m gate to gate. The route covers 1,356 miles.
2 airlines operate flights from IST to KZN: Turkish Airlines and Nordwind Airlines.
This route has daily service. Check the schedule above for departure days and times in each direction.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Sheremetyevo, Tbilisi and Belgrade Nikola Tesla.
Yes, return flights from KZN to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
Nonstop flight time is 3 hours to 3 hours 20 minutes on the 2,300 km sector. The route crosses the Black Sea and southern Russia. Kazan sits on the Volga River at about 116 meters elevation. Winter flights may see longer approach times due to snow and de-icing at KZN.
Turkish Airlines operates nonstop service from Istanbul Airport. Frequency is typically 3 to 5 flights per week, increasing in summer. Equipment is usually a narrowbody 737-800 or A321. Check Turkish Airlines schedules for exact operating days, as the route is not daily year-round.
Kazan is the capital of Tatarstan, home to the Tatar people who share Turkic linguistic and cultural roots with Turkey. This cultural connection drives a steady flow of visitors in both directions. Kazan's Kul Sharif Mosque and the Kazan Kremlin reflect this shared heritage. Direct air service between the two cities supports family visits, cultural tourism, and business links.
Kazan International Airport received a major upgrade for the 2013 Summer Universiade. The terminal is modern and efficient. The airport is 26 km south of the city center. Aeroexpress buses and taxis connect to the city. The drive takes 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic.
The Kazan Kremlin is a UNESCO World Heritage Site containing both the Kul Sharif Mosque and the Annunciation Cathedral side by side. Bauman Street is the main pedestrian boulevard for restaurants and shopping. The Temple of All Religions is a colorful architectural project combining elements from 16 world faiths. Kazan sits at the confluence of the Volga and Kazanka rivers, and river cruises operate in summer.

Istanbul to Kazan

Istanbul to Kazan covers 2,300 km with a nonstop flight time of about 3 hours 10 minutes. Turkish Airlines serves the route from Istanbul Airport, typically 3 to 5 times per week with higher summer frequencies. Kazan is the capital of Russia's Republic of Tatarstan, and the route draws on deep Turkic cultural ties between the two cities.

Kazan's Kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, pairs one of Russia's largest mosques with a 16th-century Orthodox cathedral. The city hosted the 2013 Universiade and the 2018 FIFA World Cup, leaving behind modern infrastructure including an upgraded airport 26 km south of the center. Traffic on the IST-KZN route mixes cultural and family visits with business travel linked to Turkey's commercial presence in Tatarstan. Turkish Airlines' IST hub also gives Kazan passengers access to onward connections across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.