Istanbul to Urgench (IST–UGC) — 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–UGC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,644 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines Also: HY | 7 | 32Q | 3h45 | – | Star Alliance | HY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · UGC: +05
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 8:00 PM in Urgench.
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–UGC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to UGC
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Urgench International Airport (UGC) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IST to UGC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to UGC is about 3 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,644 miles (2,645 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Bukhara, Tashkent and Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.