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Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Samarkand (SKD)

IST — SKD
Mar 7 — Mar 141
Sat 3/7
Sat 3/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Samarkand are usually found in January or February, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Samarkand (SKD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$342

Good round-trip deal

$350 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Samarkand.
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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Samarkand

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Samarkand in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Samarkand flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Samarkand flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Samarkand flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Samarkand flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Samarkand flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Samarkand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Samarkand from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Samarkand. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand (average of $201). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand in November is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to SKD?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Samarkand. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 5, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Samarkand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Samarkand. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Samarkand. Reviews last updated February 5, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Samarkand. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Samarkand from Istanbul?

    Located just 3.3 mi from the city center, Samarkand is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Samarkand from Istanbul. Booking flights from Istanbul to Samarkand (SKD) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily inbound flights from Istanbul from 1 airline.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand round-trip from $337. This flight start at 11% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Azerbaijan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $131. However, be on the lookout for offers from Centrum Air and Uzbekistan Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand consider choosing Centrum Air (60%), Uzbekistan Airways (44%) or Turkish Airlines (44%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Samarkand that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Samarkand flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Samarkand.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Samarkand?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Samarkand by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand (average of $201). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Samarkand in November is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Istanbul to Samarkand

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Istanbul to Samarkand. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$337Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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