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One-way fare
- Lowest observed
- €148, departing 28 Dec 2026 (Last checked: 17 Oct 2026)One-way fare · Priced departure days checked in the last 14 days: 61Check live prices for this route
- Airlines seen
- Uzbekistan Airways, Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, AJet, Azerbaijan Airlines, FlyArystan, Pegasus Airlines, Pobeda, SunExpress, Ural Airlines, UTair (11)
- Reported fastest flight
- 5h
- Non-stop
- Yes
About this route
Explore the fares we observed from Samarkand to Istanbul. Prices move often, so pick your dates to see the latest options.
- Route distance
- 3,200 km
- Reported fastest flight
- 5h
- Airlines seen
- Uzbekistan Airways, Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, AJet, Azerbaijan Airlines, FlyArystan, Pegasus Airlines, Pobeda, SunExpress, Ural Airlines, UTair (11)
- Alternative airports
- SAW
Route-level information; individual journeys vary.
Published schedules report non-stop service with Uzbekistan Airways, Turkish Airlines. Check current timetables.
A clearer picture of your fare
Non-stop airlines seen on this route
| Airline | Non-stop days / priced days | Fastest non-stop |
|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 28 / 161 | |
| Uzbekistan Airways | 4 / 161 |
Departure days with a non-stop fare checked in the last 14 days. A carrier listed here had a non-stop fare on at least 3 days; schedules may differ.
Airport to city: straight-line distance
- Samarkand International Airport (SKD) → Samarkand, city gazetteer reference point (39.6270, 66.9750): ≈ 8 km.
- Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) → Istanbul, city gazetteer reference point (41.0082, 28.9784): ≈ 30 km.
- Istanbul Airport (IST) → Istanbul, city gazetteer reference point (41.0082, 28.9784): ≈ 35 km.
Approximate distances calculated from coordinates, not road distances or travel times. These airports serve the city; they are not confirmed endpoints of an offer.
Lowest fare by departure month
| Month | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| January 2027 | €136 | 31 |
| February 2027 | €136 | 28 |
Lowest fare by day of the week
Cheapest day of the week from Samarkand to Istanbul: Monday, from €136 (checked 14 Oct 2026).
| Day | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | €136 | 9 |
| Tuesday | €168 | 8 |
| Wednesday | €169 | 9 |
| Thursday | €136 | 8 |
| Friday | €172 | 9 |
| Saturday | €136 | 9 |
| Sunday | €172 | 9 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest priced departure day we saw, not a guaranteed fare.
Lowest one-way fare we saw per airline
Cheapest airline from Samarkand to Istanbul: SunExpress, from €132 (checked 9 Oct 2026).
| Airline | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| SunExpress | €132Jan 14, 2027 | 17 |
| Pegasus Airlines | €142Feb 6, 2027 | 3 |
| Azerbaijan Airlines | €165Jan 20, 2027 | 5 |
| FlyArystan | €168Jan 19, 2027 | 3 |
| Uzbekistan Airways | €169Jan 15, 2027 | 5 |
| Turkish Airlines | €170Feb 12, 2027 | 28 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. An airline listed here had a fare on at least 3 departure days. Each figure is the lowest we saw, not a guaranteed fare. Connecting itineraries are included; the date is the departure day of that fare.
Frequently asked
How much is a flight from Samarkand to Istanbul?
The lowest fare we have observed is €148, found on 17 Oct 2026. Prices move, so read it as a floor rather than a quote.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Samarkand to Istanbul?
In our observations December 2026 is the cheapest month so far, at €148.
Are there direct flights from Samarkand to Istanbul?
Yes. Published schedules report non-stop flights on this route with Uzbekistan Airways, Turkish Airlines.
Which airlines fly from Samarkand to Istanbul?
These are the carriers we have seen on the route: Uzbekistan Airways, Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, AJet, Azerbaijan Airlines, FlyArystan, Pegasus Airlines, Pobeda, SunExpress, Ural Airlines, UTair (11).
How long does the flight from Samarkand to Istanbul take?
The average journey time across the 61 fares we observed is 9h 18m, including any stops. Individual departures vary; the fastest observed flight is listed in the route facts above.
How many of the observed Samarkand to Istanbul fares were non-stop?
43 of the 151 fares we observed were non-stop; the rest included at least one stop. That describes our observations, not every flight that operates.
Which airlines had non-stop offers on at least 3 departure dates from Samarkand to Istanbul?
For Samarkand to Istanbul, examples of observed one-way non-stop offers checked within the last 14 days: Turkish Airlines (28), Uzbekistan Airways (4). Each number counts distinct departure dates, not weekly flights; check current availability in search.
Which day of the week is cheapest from Samarkand to Istanbul?
Cheapest day of the week from Samarkand to Istanbul: Monday, from €136 (checked 14 Oct 2026).
Which airline has the lowest fare from Samarkand to Istanbul?
Cheapest airline from Samarkand to Istanbul: SunExpress, from €132 (checked 9 Oct 2026).
How observed prices work, what "No data" means and what a fare includes: Read the flight price guide
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Last checked: 17 Oct 2026