Istanbul to Samarkand (IST–SKD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
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–SKD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,997 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 9 | 32Q | 4h10-4h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| HY Uzbekistan Airways | 3 | 320 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · SKD: +05
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 8:00 PM in Samarkand.
Turkish passport holders (ordinary) need a visa to enter Uzbekistan. The simplest option is the Uzbekistan eVisa, available through the official portal at e-visa.gov.uz. Tourist eVisas are issued for up to 30 days. Apply at least 3 business days before travel. The fee is USD 20. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the intended departure from Uzbekistan.
Holders of Turkish diplomatic or service passports enter visa-free for up to 30 days.
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–SKD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to SKD
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Samarkand International Airport (SKD) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IST to SKD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to SKD is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,997 miles (3,214 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Adnan Menderes, Krasnodar Pashkovsky and Tashkent. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.