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Flights from Istanbul to Şırnak

Nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to Şırnak (NKT) take about 2h 2m (1,224 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $82 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Istanbul to Şırnak

Carriers on IST–NKT according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Istanbul to Şırnak fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jul 2027, from $66 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$8427 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$729 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$7229 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$684 Jan 2027—
Jul 2027$6612 Jul 2027 · Turkish Airlines—

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Fares were close across the months we saw: $72 for November 2026, $66 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Istanbul to Şırnak, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Istanbul to Şırnak flights

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Şırnak?
A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to Şırnak (NKT) takes about 2h 2m, covering 1,224 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Istanbul from Şırnak by air?
The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport is 1,224 km (761 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Şırnak?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IST–NKT route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Istanbul to Şırnak cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IST–NKT was $82 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 23 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Şırnak?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in July 2027 were cheapest, from $66 one-way, against $84 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Turkey to Şırnak?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Şırnak visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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