Şırnak to Istanbul (NKT–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Şırnak to Istanbul
1 carrier, 8 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 8 Flights/wk 761 mi 2h 20m nonstop 3 1-stop hubs

NKT–IST is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 761 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore NKT Routes IST Routes NKT Live Flights IST Live Flights
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop NKT–IST service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TK Turkish Airlines 8 321 2h20 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
321 Airbus A321 – TK
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: TK (8 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, NKT to IST direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
2
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
8
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for NKT to IST.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
178
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Istanbul from Şırnak

Nearby airports with service to İstanbul Airport.
Metric NKT→IST BAL→IST MQM→IST
Distance from NKT – 65 mi 79 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 1
Weekly flights 8 27 26
Flight time 2h 20m 2h 15m 2h 10m
Batman (BAL) to Istanbul flights · Mardin (MQM) to Istanbul flights · Muş (MSR) to Istanbul flights
Airports within 200 miles of NKT with service to İstanbul Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Şırnak, it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul.
Distance & Flight Time
761 mi / 1,224 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 20m.
Getting from IST

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.

Istanbul Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

NKT–IST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Şırnak to Istanbul route.
Route details
Distance761 mi / 1,224 km
Flight time2h 20m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights8 out / 7 return
1-stop connections3 hubs
Origin: NKT
Full nameŞırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport
IATA / ICAONKT / LTCV
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Elevation2,038 ft / 621 m
Destination: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about NKT to IST flights.
Nonstop flights from Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport to İstanbul Airport take approximately 2h 20m. The route covers 761 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Turkish Airlines.
There are approximately 8 nonstop flights per week from NKT to IST. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ATL, ESB and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from IST to NKT are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include BAL, MQM and MSR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.
Flight time is about 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes on the 1,350 km sector. Westbound flights to Istanbul may be slightly faster with tailwinds. The route crosses all of Anatolia from the southeastern corner to the northwest.
Turkish Airlines and its AnadoluJet brand operate nonstop service on this route. Frequency is daily or near-daily. Aircraft are typically 737-800 or A321 narrowbodies. AnadoluJet fares are generally lower than mainline Turkish Airlines on domestic sectors.
NKT is a small regional airport that opened in 2013. The terminal is compact with limited food and retail. It sits about 17 km from Sirnak city center. Shuttle buses and taxis connect to town. The airport also serves the nearby city of Cizre.
Yes. Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines' global hub. Domestic arrivals land in the same terminal complex. Passengers on a through Turkish Airlines ticket connect to international departures without reclaiming checked bags. Minimum connection time is about 75 minutes for domestic-to-international transfers.
The drive is about 1,600 km and takes 16 to 18 hours, which is not practical for most travelers. There is no direct train service. Bus companies run overnight coaches between southeastern Turkey and Istanbul, but the trip takes over 20 hours. Flying is the only practical option.

Sirnak to Istanbul: Southeastern Turkey to the Bosphorus

NKT-IST covers about 1,350 km in 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. Turkish Airlines and AnadoluJet operate daily or near-daily nonstop service using narrowbody jets. The route connects one of Turkey's most remote southeastern cities to its largest metropolis and main international hub. AnadoluJet fares tend to be lower than mainline Turkish Airlines on this domestic sector.

Sirnak Airport is a small facility 17 km from the city center, also serving nearby Cizre. Istanbul Airport provides onward connections to over 300 international destinations through Turkish Airlines' hub. Domestic-to-international transfers stay in the same terminal with a 75-minute minimum connection time. For passengers in Sirnak, flying is the only practical way to reach Istanbul, as driving takes 16 to 18 hours and bus service exceeds 20 hours.