Travelling from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ). Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport flight.
Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport is located in Shiraz. The city is in the UTC+3:30 timezone and is 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
You can choose from 7 direct flights every week between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ). This is the busiest route, with Iran Airtour offering a 2:35pm departure from IST to SYZ.
Your flight from Istanbul to SYZ won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ) out of Istanbul Airport (IST).
You'll find a direct flight from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from IST.
The most frequently booked airline between IST and SYZ is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Istanbul to SYZ with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between IST and SYZ include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
IST is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about setting out from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Board your direct flight from Istanbul to SYZ with Pegasus. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of SAW.
Pegasus Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from SAW to SYZ.
Among the carriers operating flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport, Pegasus Airlines leads in on-time performance.
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and SYZ are:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to SYZ flight, stay in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
68% of flights taking off from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ)
Hop off your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport and be sprawled out in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a convenient option a quick drive from SYZ, head for Zandiyeh Hotel.
Getting from Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ) to central Shiraz
Central Shiraz is around 14 kilometres from Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ)
R 2,241 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport. A return flight starts at R 4,574. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to SYZ.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Istanbul to SYZ by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport (SYZ). Visit Shiraz in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Istanbul to SYZ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Shiraz, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
January has temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shiraz
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Shiraz right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz Shahid Dashgheib International Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Shiraz when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Nasir al-Mulk Mosque followed by Vakil Bazaar and Tomb of Hafez.
Explore more of Iran
Shiraz has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iran just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres east of Shiraz, a trip to Sirjan will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Saeidi hostorical house, Historical house of Haj Rashid and Persian Garden.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Iran, consider Bushehr, about 177 kilometres west of Shiraz. Masjed-e Fil, Dehdashti Mosque and Malek Mansion are among its highlights.
