Tokat to Istanbul (TJK–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
TJK–IST is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 406 miles in approximately 1h 48m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 10 | 319, 73H | 1h45-1h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Istanbul from Tokat
| Metric | TJK→IST | SZF→IST | OGU→IST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TJK | – | 65 mi | 99 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 47 | 21 |
| Flight time | 1h 48m | 1h 35m | 1h 45m |
Travel Essentials
TJK: +03 · IST: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Tokat, 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.
TJK–IST Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Tokat to Istanbul Flights
TJK-IST covers 530 km in about 1 hour 25 minutes of flight time. Turkish Airlines and its subsidiary AnadoluJet operate 1 to 2 daily departures using 737-800 or A321 equipment. Tokat Airport opened in 2022 as a modern replacement facility south of the city. The flight replaces what would otherwise be an 8 to 9 hour drive across central and western Turkey. Tokat serves as a gateway to the mid-Black Sea region and the Kelkit Valley.
Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines' mega-hub with connections to over 300 worldwide destinations. Domestic arrivals from Tokat feed into both European short-haul and intercontinental long-haul banks. The airport is 40 km from central Istanbul, connected by Havaist buses, metro, and taxis. Passengers continuing to the Asian side should factor in at least 2 hours to reach Sabiha Gokcen or districts like Kadikoy and Uskudar.