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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to Samarkand, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to Samarkand, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Istanbul to Samarkand - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Samarkand to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand is January, where tickets cost £305 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of tickets is £383 and £374 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 56 days before departure.

Which airlines fly direct between Istanbul Airport and Samarkand?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand.
There are 3 airlines that fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand. They are: Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Uzbekistan Airways at £298 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Uzbekistan Airways.

How many flights are there between Istanbul Airport and Samarkand per day?

Each day, there are between 3 and 4 nonstop flights that take off from Istanbul Airport and land in Samarkand, with an average flight time of 4h 21m. The most common departure time is 21:00 and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 24 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Istanbul Airport and Samarkand?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Istanbul to Samarkand?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Istanbul Airport at 01:10 and will be landing in Samarkand at 07:30.

What’s the latest departure time from Istanbul to Samarkand?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand jets off at 21:50 and lands at 04:10.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul to Samarkand

Low season

January

High season

July
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Istanbul to Samarkand

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Samarkand based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Istanbul to Samarkand flights

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Samarkand?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Samarkand flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Istanbul and Samarkand.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul to Samarkand?

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

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul to Samarkand.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul to Samarkand?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Samarkand from Istanbul is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Samarkand with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul to Samarkand?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Samarkand from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to Samarkand

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Samarkand to Istanbul? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £162 or less one-way and £295 or less round-trip.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Samarkand, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Samarkand

Monday

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Tuesday

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Thursday

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Saturday

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

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Direct returns

Samarkand to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Tuesday

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Thursday

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Saturday

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Qanot Sharq, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways

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Top airline flying from Istanbul to Samarkand

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Samarkand. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Samarkand? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.6
Uzbekistan AirwaysOverall score based on 44 reviews
7.7Comfort
8.2Crew
7.5Food
6.6Entertainment
7.7Boarding
Airline reviews

One of the worst airlines I have used. My recent flight was delayed taking off, but what was worse is that they allowed us through the gate, got on the bus to the plane to be told in that the plane would not make a the direct flight to London due to fuel shortage and it had to make a stop in another location to pick up fuel. Absolutely shocking!! Can't work out of the A320neo was just short range on that they literally did not have enough fuel at the airport to fuel the plane. Tashkent to London is not a long haul, I have done this before, so therefore I am going to assume it's the lack of fuel at the airport. Not the best staff, they all seem to just go with the flow, no organisation. No control, like herding sheep in a pen at the gate, same when getting off the plane. No control. Food was ok but staff were rude. Better to travel in and out of Tashkent using Turkish airline. I have booked my return flight but will cancel and accept the hit and 1 stop to ensure peace of mind with Turkish airline.

2.0 MediocreGareth, Aug 2023TAS - LHR
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One of the worst airlines I have used. My recent flight was delayed taking off, but what was worse is that they allowed us through the gate, got on the bus to the plane to be told in that the plane would not make a the direct flight to London due to fuel shortage and it had to make a stop in another location to pick up fuel. Absolutely shocking!! Can't work out of the A320neo was just short range on that they literally did not have enough fuel at the airport to fuel the plane. Tashkent to London is not a long haul, I have done this before, so therefore I am going to assume it's the lack of fuel at the airport. Not the best staff, they all seem to just go with the flow, no organisation. No control, like herding sheep in a pen at the gate, same when getting off the plane. No control. Food was ok but staff were rude. Better to travel in and out of Tashkent using Turkish airline. I have booked my return flight but will cancel and accept the hit and 1 stop to ensure peace of mind with Turkish airline.

Terrible service and plane Just 3 toilets for over 150 passengers No screen A flights of nearly 8 hours. A disgrace

It was friendly and I enjoyed the flight very much.

We booked business and they offered nothing during the 1 hour flight

Cons: "Sick (flue/high temperature) person was allowed to board the plane. Don't allow sick people on a plane during coronavirus epidemic."
Pros: "Super nice"
Cons: "To give tooth brush and tooth paste for long flight."
Pros: "Yes they was super nice."
Cons: "To give tooth brush and tooth paste for the long flight."

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Istanbul - Samarkand Flights

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