Altıntaş to Istanbul (KZR–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KZR–IST is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 167 miles in approximately 1h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1 hub offers 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 4 | 319 | 1h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Istanbul from Altıntaş
| Metric | KZR→IST | ISE→IST | DNZ→IST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from KZR | – | 88 mi | 95 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 5 | 21 |
| Flight time | 1h 5m | 1h 25m | 1h 15m |
Travel Essentials
KZR: +03 · IST: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Altıntaş, it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul.
M11 Metro to Gayrettepe takes about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart) with connections to M2 (Taksim) and M7. Runs from 5am to midnight. The metro bypasses O-7 motorway traffic, which is frequently heavy into the city.Havaist buses serve major destinations including Taksim, Kadıköy (European and Asian sides), and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (₺50–80). Taxis from arrivals are metered; insist on the meter. Journey to Sultanahmet or Taksim costs ₺400–700 depending on traffic. Rental cars available. Hotel shuttles common for business hotels near the city.
The new airport sits 35km from central Istanbul on the European side, slightly inland and exposed to Black Sea weather systems. Winters (December–March) are cold (0–8°C) with fog, rain, and occasional snow. Snow on the exposed plateau is more likely than in the city. Ice on taxiways causes delays.
Summers are warm (25–32°C) with dry, reliable weather. Spring and fall bring heavy rain and strong northerly winds (Poyraz) that can affect smaller aircraft. Fog is the primary low-season disruption risk. The airport's elevated position makes it slightly windier than the Atatürk site it replaced.
KZR–IST Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Kutahya Zafer to Istanbul: Western Anatolia Link
KZR-IST covers about 350 km in just over an hour of flight time. Zafer Airport is a regional facility serving three western Anatolian provinces: Kutahya, Afyonkarahisar, and Usak. Turkish Airlines and its AnadoluJet brand provide the scheduled service, with frequency varying by season. The airport sits between the three cities it serves, so ground transfer of 50 to 80 minutes is part of the journey on either end.
Istanbul Airport is the primary destination and also the gateway for onward international connections through Turkish Airlines' hub. Passengers booked on a through ticket can transfer without reclaiming bags. Zafer Airport is a smaller facility with limited food and retail options, so arrive close to departure time. The route is used mainly by business travelers and residents connecting to Istanbul's commercial center or to international destinations beyond.