Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Skopje

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      Flight deals from Istanbul to Skopje

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,583. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Skopje

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

      Direct flights from Istanbul to Skopje

      Turkish Airlines

      Istanbul to Skopje: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Istanbul to Skopje below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Skopje.

      Istanbul to Skopje: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 1,004
      Cheapest month to flyFebruary
      Average flight time1 hr, 30 mins
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week32

      Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Skopje: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Skopje is R 2,259. 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.
      1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Skopje.
      Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Skopje.
      As of August 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Skopje.
      The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Skopje is usually January.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport on Monday, 11 January 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
      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 Skopje 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.

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

      Currently, Wizz Air and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Skopje.

      Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Skopje Airport (SKP): what you need to know

      • Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport.

      • Skopje's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Skopje two hours behind Istanbul.

      • Every week, there are 14 Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, select the 07:25 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 20:15 with Turkish Airlines.

      • Your IST to SKP flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

      • Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

      • Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Skopje — and maybe even more of North Macedonia if you have time.

      • Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

      • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between IST and SKP include:

        • Vienna Airport

        • Antalya Airport

        • Izmir Airport

      Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

      Arriving at Skopje Airport (SKP)

      • Consider staying in a hotel near SKP if you're taking a late Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

      • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Skopje Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz to explore Skopje and beyond.

      • For the best deal, book your ride from Skopje Airport about three weeks ahead.

      Getting from Skopje Airport (SKP) to central Skopje

      • Skopje Airport to central Skopje has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

      • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.

      When to fly to Skopje Airport (SKP)

      • July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Skopje in March.

      • The warmest month in Skopje is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

      • January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to SKP around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

      Explore more of North Macedonia

      • Bitola is just one of the many cities in North Macedonia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Skopje. Around 105 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Heraclea, Ancient Macedonian City Heraclea Lyncestis and Heraclea waterfall.

      • If you're interested in discovering another great destination in North Macedonia, consider Kumanovo, roughly 29 kilometres north-east of Skopje. Church of Holy Trinity, Bislim Gorge and Seat of the Metropolitan of Dicese of Kumanovo and Osogovo are among the biggest draws.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.