Travelling from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport.
Shiraz is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Shiraz International Airport is located in Shiraz, which operates on the UTC+4:30 timezone.
With 11 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ) is the busiest route. Iran Air Tours operates the earliest flight at 14:35. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from IST to SYZ is with Turkish Airlines at 21:15.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to SYZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Fly without interruptions from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ) operate from here.
When departing from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
We make it easy to find a flight from Istanbul to SYZ that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between IST and SYZ include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) operates nonstop flights from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ).
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in about 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to SYZ:
About Shiraz International Airport (SYZ)
Consider staying at Zandiyeh Hotel after your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport. It's a short drive from SYZ and a comfortable option if you're eager to freshen up right away.
Getting from Shiraz International Airport (SYZ) to central Shiraz
From Shiraz International Airport, Shiraz is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport, R 1,447 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from R 5,052. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from Istanbul to SYZ by booking 7 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
To get the best deal on your tickets from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport, schedule your trip for April (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to browse the most affordable day to fly.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport. To escape the crowds, head for Shiraz in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Shiraz is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to SYZ in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 15ºC.
More about Shiraz
After locking in your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shiraz:
One of the best ways to get to know Shiraz is to visit its top sights. Highlights include Eram Garden (Baq e Eram), Tomb of Hafez and Vakil Mosque.
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