On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Makhachkala to Istanbul. Flights on this direction are operated regularly; the distance between the cities is 1,548 km, and the traffic frequency reaches 4 flights per week.
The primary carrier on this route is DP airlines. Since ticket prices depend on the season and booking time, we recommend using the price trend chart and exploring ways to get to Makhachkala airport or from the airport to your destination.
The table shows direct flights Makhachkala → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Pobeda. Departures from Uytash 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 Makhachkala — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 336 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 2,871 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.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, when the average temperature reaches 28.8°C. The coolest and wettest period is considered to be January, with a daytime high of around 9.6°C and frequent precipitation.
The lowest flight cost is recorded for July — AED 336. The peak price period occurs in May, when ticket prices can start AED 2,870.
The optimal time for a trip in terms of the balance between price and comfortable conditions is June. It is recommended to avoid booking for late spring if budget savings are a priority.
Air service between the cities is provided by several carriers, the primary one on this route being DP (Pobeda). Direct flights are operated with a frequency of about 4 times per week, allowing you to plan trips without long layovers. Detailed information on flight schedules and available route options can be found in the interactive list below — simply click on the card of the airline you are interested in.
Flights Makhachkala — Istanbul depart from Uytash 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.
The distance between the cities is 1,548 km. A direct flight usually takes about 2 hours, though the exact time depends on the specific flight and weather conditions.
Regular flights from Makhachkala to Istanbul are operated by DP (Pobeda). In total, there are about 4 departures per week on this route.
For tourist trips, Russian citizens do not require a visa for Turkey. Entry is granted with a valid foreign passport.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the season and demand. You can view the current minimum and prices for the year ahead in the low price calendar block on this page.
Most flights from Makhachkala arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST). We recommend checking the arrival terminal on your e-ticket in advance.
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