On this page, you can find and book flights from Tirana to Istanbul. The distance between the cities is 769 km, and the flight frequency reaches 30 flights per week, providing a wide selection of departure times.
Regular flights are operated by Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and AJet. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the price chart to find the best deals. Information is also available here on how to get to Tirana airport and how to get from Istanbul airport after your arrival.
The table shows direct flights Tirana → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 35 min. Regular flights are operated by Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines and AJet. Departures from Tirana International Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Tirana — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 197 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 387 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Tirana → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 476 | low | May | AED 527 | medium | Sep | AED 622 | medium |
| Feb | AED 451 | low | Jun | AED 602 | high | Oct | AED 552 | medium |
| Mar | AED 426 | low | Jul | AED 727 | high | Nov | AED 451 | low |
| Apr | AED 501 | medium | Aug | AED 762 | high | Dec | AED 572 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, when average temperatures reach 28.8°C. The coolest and rainiest period is January, with lows of 5.1°C and significant precipitation of up to 82 mm per month.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in June — AED 211, as well as in October and November. The peak month for costs is May, when flight prices start AED 387.
October is an excellent time for a trip: temperatures remain comfortable at around 20.2°C, and ticket prices start AED 216. It is recommended to avoid flying in April due to seasonal price increases.
There are 3 airlines operating on the route between Tirana and Istanbul, providing approximately 30 flights per week. The main carriers performing regular flights are Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. You can check the exact departure times and a detailed flight schedule by day of the week in the interactive list below.
Flights Tirana — Istanbul depart from Tirana International Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 769 km, a direct flight between the cities usually takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Regular air service on this route is provided by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet.
Yes, there are about 30 direct flights weekly, allowing you to choose a convenient departure time on any day.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand. You can find the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Tirana arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
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