Singapore to Istanbul (SIN–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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SIN–IST is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines and Singapore Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,395 miles in approximately 11h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 24 | 359, 77W, 77X, 789 | 11h10-11h25 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| SQ Singapore Airlines Also: A3, MH, NZ | 5 | 359 | 11h15 | – | – | A3, MH, NZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Istanbul from Singapore
| Metric | SIN→IST | KUL→IST |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SIN | – | 185 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 44 | 27 |
| Flight time | 11h 15m | 10h 50m |
Travel Essentials
SIN: +08 · IST: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Singapore, it's 1:00 PM in Istanbul.
Singaporean passport holders enter Turkey visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No advance application or eVisa is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
MRT East West Line (Changi Airport branch) connects the airport to the city in 30–45 minutes from City Hall or Raffles Place (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link). Trains run from 5:31am to 11:18pm (T1/T2/T3). Terminal 4 is served by a dedicated shuttle bus from T2.Taxis from Orchard Road cost S$20–35 and take 20–30 minutes. Grab is widely used and slightly cheaper. Airport surcharges apply for taxis departing from the city to the airport (S$3–5 depending on peak hours). The trip is short; Singapore's island geography keeps distances manageable.
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.
SIN–IST Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SIN to IST
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and İstanbul Airport (IST) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines and Singapore Airlines. With 44 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SIN to IST Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SIN to IST is about 11 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,395 miles (8,681 km). There are approximately 44 weekly flights outbound and 45 return, totaling 89 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kuala Lumpur, Hamad and Sharjah. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sepang (KUL).