Travelling from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board 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.
Around 3 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport flight.
The timezone in Shiraz is UTC+4:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Shiraz International Airport is located in Shiraz.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ) is the most popular route, with 9 direct services every week. Get from IST to SYZ on Iran Airtour's 2:35pm flight.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Istanbul to SYZ. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ) leave from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport departing from IST.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Turkish Airlines from IST to SYZ.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to SYZ. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Looking to fly out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ) flight tickets are available from here.
Pegasus operates direct flights from Istanbul to SYZ out of SAW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in one go.
On the SAW to SYZ route, Pegasus is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and SYZ:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to SYZ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Shiraz International Airport (SYZ)
Arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay a short drive from SYZ at Persepolis International Hotel Shiraz.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ)
Right now, Rs22,816 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs52,286. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Istanbul to SYZ by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Shiraz based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book an Istanbul to SYZ flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Shiraz to range from 22ºC to 39ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 15ºC.
More about Shiraz
Start your Shiraz trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Shiraz International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, Tomb of Hafez and Bazaar Vakil are must-visits when exploring Shiraz.
Explore more of Iran
Keep your adventure going and dive deeper into Iran. Sirjan is around 306 kilometres east of Shiraz and has no shortage of exciting things to see, including Imam Ali Mosque Sirjan.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Iran, head for Bushehr, roughly 177 kilometres west of Shiraz. Masjed-e Fil, Bushehr Old City and Dehdashti Mosque are key highlights.
