Hakkari to Istanbul (YKO–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Hakkari to Istanbul
Route information for YKO to IST.
865 mi

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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Istanbul from Hakkari

Nearby airports with service to İstanbul Airport.
Metric YKO→IST VAN→IST EBL→IST
Distance from YKO – 80 mi 92 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 3
Weekly flights 0 35 16
Van (VAN) to Istanbul flights · Arbil (EBL) to Istanbul flights · Tabriz (TBZ) to Istanbul flights
Airports within 200 miles of YKO 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 Hakkari.
YKO: +03 · IST: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Hakkari, it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul.
Distance & Flight Time
865 mi / 1,392 km
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.

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Facts

YKO–IST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Hakkari to Istanbul route.
Route details
Distance865 mi / 1,392 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Origin: YKO
Full nameHakkari Yüksekova Airport
IATA / ICAOYKO / LTCW
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Elevation6,400 ft / 1,951 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 YKO to IST flights.
Yes, return flights from IST to YKO are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include VAN, EBL and TBZ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 30 minutes on the 1,400 km route across the full width of Turkey. Block time runs around 2 hours 50 minutes. The drive would take 18 to 20 hours, making this one of Turkey's longest domestic routes. Flying is the only practical option.
Turkish Airlines and AnadoluJet operate the route with 737-800 or A321 equipment. Frequency is typically 1 daily departure. The route connects Turkey's far southeast with its largest city and main hub. Schedules are timed to allow connections at Istanbul Airport to European and intercontinental flights.
Yuksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport (YKO) opened in 2015 in Hakkari Province, Turkey's far southeastern corner. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,800 meters and experiences harsh winters. The terminal is modern but compact. Ground transport is by taxi to Yuksekova town (10 km) or Hakkari city (60 km).
Flights operate to Istanbul Airport (IST) on the European side. IST is Turkish Airlines' main hub with over 300 destinations. The airport is 40 km from central Istanbul. Metro, Havaist buses, and taxis connect to the city. All domestic and international operations are in a single terminal building, simplifying connections.
Yuksekova sits in a high valley in Hakkari Province near the Iranian and Iraqi borders. The area is mountainous with elevations above 2,000 meters. The town has about 60,000 residents. It is the gateway to the Cilo-Sat Mountains. The airport also serves the provincial capital Hakkari, one of Turkey's most remote cities. The region sees heavy snowfall from November through April.

Yuksekova to Istanbul Flights

YKO-IST spans 1,400 km across Turkey in about 2 hours 30 minutes, connecting the far southeastern Hakkari Province with Istanbul. Turkish Airlines and AnadoluJet operate the route with narrow-body jets, typically 1 daily departure. Yuksekova Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport opened in 2015 at an elevation of 1,800 meters. The flight replaces what would be an 18 to 20 hour drive across the entire country. This is one of Turkey's longest domestic routes.

Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines' global hub with connections to over 300 destinations. Domestic arrivals from Yuksekova feed into European and intercontinental banks in a single terminal building. Yuksekova also serves Hakkari city, 60 km to the south. The airport operates year-round but winter weather at this altitude can cause delays. The route is a lifeline for communities in one of Turkey's most geographically isolated provinces, providing same-day access to Istanbul that would otherwise be impossible by ground.