Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Ashgabat Airport (ASB): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport.
Ashgabat's timezone is UTC+5, making Ashgabat two hours ahead of Istanbul.
You can choose from 27 weekly Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport flights. The 01:10 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Turkmenistan Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:50.
Your IST to ASB flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Ashgabat — and maybe even more of Turkmenistan if you have time.
Turkish Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between IST and ASB.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Ashgabat Airport (ASB)
Rs100,742 is currently the best price for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs159,621. These fares can change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from IST to ASB by booking at least eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to IST:
Arriving at Ashgabat Airport (ASB)
After your Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport flight has arrived, relax and unwind at a nearby hotel. Grand Turkmen is a good option that's not too far from ASB.
Getting from Ashgabat Airport (ASB) to central Ashgabat
Ashgabat Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Ashgabat. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Ashgabat Airport (ASB)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Ashgabat. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Istanbul Airport to Ashgabat Airport for July if you want to explore Ashgabat during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 39ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IST to ASB sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Turkmenistan
Ashgabat is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Turkmenistan waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres east of Ashgabat, a visit to Mary will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Ancient Merv, Mary chief mosque and Mary State History and Country Learning Museum.
Head 386 kilometres north-west from Ashgabat to reach Balkanabat, another well-known stop in Turkmenistan. Don't leave without experiencing Balkan Velayat Central Mosque and Balkan Region Museum of History.