Cheap flights from Yerevan to Istanbul

The busiest and most expensive period runs through summer school holidays and the winter holidays when families travel between Armenia and Turkey. If you can shift your plans, December offers lower fares as demand settles after the holiday peak. Weekday departures tend to be cheaper than weekend flights on this route.

Low-cost carriers like Pegasus, Wizz Air, Sky Express and FlyOne Armenia keep base tickets light but charge separately for checked bags and seat selection. Full-service options including Turkish Airlines include more in the fare, though their network may involve connections through other hubs. Several airlines operate this route with stops at intermediate airports.

Arriving late at night means fewer ground transport options and higher costs if you need a taxi rather than public transit between either Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen and your hotel. Both airports sit outside the city centre, so factor in travel time when planning connections to accommodation.

Currency

TRY (₺)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Turkish

Emergency number

112, 177

Driving side

right

Calling code

+36

Internet domain

.tr

Population of Istanbul

15.7 M (2023)

Time zone

UTC+03 (Europe/Istanbul)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check whether your ticket departs from Zvartnots Intl Airport as Yerevan has only one commercial airport.
• Review baggage allowances carefully on low-cost carrier tickets before you pack.
• Confirm visa requirements for Turkey based on your passport nationality.
• Compare fares across both Istanbul airports if your destination is closer to one hub.