Istanbul to Taif (IST–TIF) — 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–TIF had nonstop service from Turkish Airlines, last on the schedule in June 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 1,531 miles in 3h 50m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 4 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · TIF: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Taif.
Turkish passport holders need an eVisa to enter Saudi Arabia. Apply through the official portal at visa.visitsaudi.com. The eVisa costs around SAR 535 (including insurance), is valid for one year with multiple entries, and allows stays up to 90 days per visit. Processing takes 24 to 48 hours. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Medical insurance from a Saudi-approved provider is mandatory and included in the eVisa fee.
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–TIF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Istanbul to Taif
Istanbul to Taif spans about 2,700 km with nonstop flights taking 3.5 to 4 hours. Turkish Airlines serves the route with increased frequency during Hajj and Umrah pilgrimage seasons. Taif Regional Airport handles seasonal international traffic alongside its domestic Saudi schedule.
Taif sits at 1,900 meters in the Hejaz mountains, about 90 km from Mecca. The route primarily serves Turkish pilgrims using Taif as an alternate gateway to the holy cities. Outside pilgrimage periods, Taif attracts visitors for its cooler mountain climate, rose gardens, and fruit orchards. The city's elevation makes it a Saudi summer retreat when lowland temperatures are extreme.