Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Samarkand (IST - SKD)

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Samarkand and booking your next trip

Cheapest round-trip flights	$344	Turkish Airlines Nonstop 5 hr Thu, Jan 1 — Wed, Jan 7	The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul to Samarkand is currently $344
Cheapest one-way flight	$162	Azerbaijan Airlines 1 stop 26 hr Fri, Jan 16	The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul to Samarkand is currently $162
Last-minute weekend getaway	$453	Azerbaijan Airlines 1 stop 26 hr Fri, Nov 21 — Mon, Nov 24	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Istanbul to Samarkand is currently $453
Cheapest business class flights	$1,359	Turkish Airlines Nonstop 5 hr Thu, Feb 5 — Sat, Feb 14	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Istanbul to Samarkand is currently $1,359

Fastest flight	4 hr 15 min	The fastest nonstop flight from Istanbul to Samarkand takes 4 hr 15 min
Nonstop flights	Every day	There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Samarkand is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically September.

January Cheapest	Typical prices: $310–355
September Most expensive	Typical prices: $410–700

Popular airlines from Istanbul to Samarkand

Turkish Airlines

Nonstop

from $344

Typical price: $320–580

7 weekly nonstop flights

IST - SKD Every day
Uzbekistan

Nonstop

Typical price: $345–480

2 weekly nonstop flights

IST - SKD Every Mon, Fri

9 weekly connecting flights

IST - SKD Every Tue, Sat, Sun
CentrumAir

Nonstop

2 weekly nonstop flights

IST - SKD Every Mon, Thu
Air Samarkand

Nonstop

1 weekly nonstop flight

IST - SKD Every Mon
JSC Azimuth Airlines

22 weekly connecting flights

IST - SKD Every day
Ural Airlines

18 weekly connecting flights

IST - SKD Every day

Popular airports near Istanbul

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)

Istanbul Türkiye 1 hr 19 mi
Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Türkiye 46 min 21 mi
Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI)

Bursa Türkiye 2 hr 23 min 60 mi
Tekirdag Ataturk Corlu Airport (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Türkiye 1 hr 34 min 56 mi

Popular airports near Samarkand

Samarkand International Airport (SKD)

Samarkand Uzbekistan 17 min 3 mi
Tashkent International Airport (TAS)

Tashkent Uzbekistan 4 hr 54 min 164 mi
Karshi International Airport (KSQ)

Qarshi Uzbekistan 2 hr 29 min 86 mi
Navoi International Airport (NVI)

Navoi Uzbekistan 2 hr 56 min 100 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Istanbul to Samarkand

When are the cheapest days to fly from Istanbul to Samarkand?

The cheapest flights from Istanbul to Samarkand are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $310 to $355.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul to Samarkand recently found on Google Flights was with Turkish Airlines from $344. The cheapest one-way flight was with Azerbaijan Airlines from $162.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Samarkand is $344, flying from Jan 1 to Jan 7.

What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul to Samarkand starts at $344 from Thu, Jan 1 to Wed, Jan 7. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $162 and departs on Fri, Jan 16.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Samarkand?

4 hr 15 min is the shortest flight time from Istanbul to Samarkand.

When should you fly to Samarkand, Uzbekistan?

Most travelers visit Samarkand from May–Oct, with Aug being the most popular month. Summers (Jun–Aug) are hot and dry, with occasional sandstorms, while winters (Nov–Mar) are cold and wet. Spring (Apr–May) and fall (Sep–Oct) are mild. Key events include Navruz (Mar), celebrating the New Year with street parties, and the Sharq Taronalari International Music Festival (Aug, biennial).

How do I find cheap dates to fly from Istanbul to Samarkand?

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Istanbul to Samarkand.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

What is the best airline to fly from Istanbul to Samarkand?

What counts as the best airline for your flights from Istanbul to Samarkand really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Istanbul to Samarkand.

In terms of nonstop flights, Turkish Airlines is the most popular. Turkish Airlines offers 7 nonstop flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD) .

In terms of flights, JSC Azimuth Airlines is the most popular. JSC Azimuth Airlines offers 22 connecting flights per week. JSC Azimuth Airlines flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD) .

Other popular airlines flying from Istanbul to Samarkand are:

Uzbekistan offers 2 nonstop flights and 9 connecting flights per week. Uzbekistan flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD) .
CentrumAir offers 2 nonstop flights per week. CentrumAir flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD) .
Air Samarkand offers 1 nonstop flights per week. Air Samarkand flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD) .
Ural Airlines offers 18 connecting flights per week. Ural Airlines flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Istanbul and Samarkand.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul to Samarkand recently found on Google Flights was with Turkish Airlines from $344. The cheapest one-way flight was with Azerbaijan Airlines from $162.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Samarkand is $344, flying from Jan 1 to Jan 7.

Which airlines have direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

Turkish Airlines, CentrumAir, Uzbekistan and Air Samarkand fly direct from Istanbul to Samarkand.

There are 7 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 2 Uzbekistan direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand per week. Flights are available on Monday and Friday.
There are 2 CentrumAir direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand per week. Flights are available on Monday and Thursday.
There are 1 Air Samarkand direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand per week. Flights are available on Monday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Istanbul to Samarkand?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Istanbul and Samarkand at price $453 is offered by Azerbaijan Airlines from Fri, Nov 21 to Mon, Nov 24.

Which airlines have direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

Turkish Airlines, CentrumAir, Uzbekistan and Air Samarkand fly direct from Istanbul to Samarkand.

There are 7 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand per week. Flights are available every day.
There are 2 Uzbekistan direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand per week. Flights are available on Monday and Friday.
There are 2 CentrumAir direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand per week. Flights are available on Monday and Thursday.
There are 1 Air Samarkand direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand per week. Flights are available on Monday.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

When are direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand available?

There are direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand on a daily basis.

What are the cheapest direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Istanbul and Samarkand start at $344 from Thu, Jan 1 to Wed, Jan 7 with Turkish Airlines.

How can I find nonstop flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Istanbul to Samarkand, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.

What are the cheapest business class flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Istanbul and Samarkand start at $1,359 from Thu, Feb 5 to Sat, Feb 14 with Turkish Airlines.

What are the cheapest economy class flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Istanbul and Samarkand start at $344 from Thu, Jan 1 to Wed, Jan 7.

How can I book business class trips from Istanbul to Samarkand?

To book business class trips from Istanbul to Samarkand, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.

Are there any last-minute deals from Istanbul to Samarkand next weekend?

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Istanbul and Samarkand starts at $453 from Fri, Nov 21 to Mon, Nov 24 with Azerbaijan Airlines.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Istanbul to Samarkand?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Istanbul and Samarkand at price $453 is offered by Azerbaijan Airlines from Fri, Nov 21 to Mon, Nov 24.

How can I find last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to Samarkand?

To find last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to Samarkand, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.