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Flight deals from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,532. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.R 1,831 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,831, select.

Istanbul.R 2,130 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,130, select.

Istanbul.R 2,266 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,266, select.

Istanbul.R 2,267 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,267, select.

Istanbul.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.

Istanbul.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.

Istanbul.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.

Istanbul.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.

Istanbul.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.

Istanbul.R 6,406 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,406, select.

Istanbul.R 6,407 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,407, select.

Istanbul.R 9,469 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 16 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,469, select.

Istanbul.R 17,949 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 9 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 17,949, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha flights are currently cheapest in February.

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Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha: Alternative routes

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30km from central Istanbul

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Tehran to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 1,840
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	3 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Pegasus Airlines
Average flights per week	49

Finding cheap flights from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha?

The best price we found for a return flight from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha is R 3,348. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha?

3 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha.

Which airlines fly direct from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha?

Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines and AJet fly direct from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha.

How many flights are there a week from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha?

As of July 2026, there are 49 flights per week flying from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha?

The cheapest month to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul Sabiha is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport on Sunday, 7 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul Sabiha?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul Sabiha but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha with?

Currently, AJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul Sabiha.

Travelling from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Istanbul is 30 minutes behind Tehran and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Choose from 22 weekly Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flights. The 02:35 departure with AJet is the earliest you can take. Pegasus operates the latest service of the day at 16:55.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your IKA to SAW flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
AJet is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport offered by this carrier.
AJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates IKA to SAW flights, with 71.5% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IKA and SAW include:
- Hamad International Airport
- Ankara Esenboga Airport
- Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

At the moment, R 1,840 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,363. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from IKA to SAW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from IKA to SAW is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

Of all flights leaving Imam Khomeini International Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Tehran to Imam Khomeini International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

Arriving at Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Follow your own route with a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Sabiha Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul

Istanbul Sabiha Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IKA to SAW in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are highlights.