Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport.
Shiraz's timezone is UTC+4:30, which makes Shiraz one hour 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
Each week, there are 11 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, select the 14:35 Iran Airtour flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:15 with Turkish Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to SYZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Iran Airtour offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Shiraz — and maybe even more of Iran if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Iran Airtour on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between IST and SYZ:
Muscat International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport flight is $304. A round-trip ticket right now is $759. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from IST to SYZ by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IST to SYZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Shiraz International Airport (SYZ)
Consider staying at Persepolis International Hotel Shiraz after arriving from your Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from SYZ and a comfortable option if you want to catch some z's soon after landing.
Getting from Shiraz International Airport (SYZ) to central Shiraz
From Shiraz International Airport, Shiraz is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Shiraz International Airport (SYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Shiraz based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shiraz International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Shiraz during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IST to SYZ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Shiraz, now it's time to explore more of Iran. Travel about 354 kilometres north to Isfahan to tick off its popular sights. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 434 kilometres east of Shiraz, Kerman is another favourite stop in Iran. No visit is complete without checking out Iranian Park, Haj Mehdi Caravanserai and Bahar Park.