Istanbul to Tel Aviv Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Tel Aviv (TLV) connect Turkey and Israel. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,166 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 2 to 3 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IST, SAW and TLV. The reverse route is Tel Aviv to Istanbul. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Distance
- 1,166 km
- Typical duration
- about 2 to 3 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- TLV
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to Tel Aviv
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Route overview
Istanbul to Tel Aviv is a city-pair air route between Turkey and Israel. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and TLV. Related codes: IST, SAW → TLV.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 1,166 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 2 to 3 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Tel Aviv airports and metro codes: TLV.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Tel Aviv to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into Tel Aviv.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Tel Aviv?
Direct flights from Istanbul to Tel Aviv typically take about 2 to 3 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to Tel Aviv?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and Tel Aviv is approximately 1,166 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to Tel Aviv?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). Tel Aviv is commonly searched with code TLV (related: TLV).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Tel Aviv?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Tel Aviv to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is Tel Aviv to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,166 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to Tel Aviv route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with Israel (Tel Aviv).