Are there direct flights from Skopje to Istanbul?

Direct flights from Skopje to Istanbul are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total flight options. Historically, approximately 14% of flights on this route were direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encountered 2 stopovers on average. This suggests that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common.

How many hours is the flight from Skopje to Istanbul?

The direct flight from Skopje to Istanbul typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. This route covers a distance of 597 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging around 8 hours. Travelers should factor in these duration differences when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Skopje to Istanbul flights?

Based on historical trends, deals for flights from Skopje to Istanbul are classified as frequent. This indicates that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking to secure a favorable fare for this route, as new deals tend to appear often.

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November 7 - November 17

Cheapest

SKP - Istanbul

$98

$107

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December 20 - December 27

Cheapest

SKP - Istanbul

$106

$107

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December 14 - December 23

SKP - Istanbul

$101

$108

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December 25 - December 28

SKP - Istanbul

$110

$109

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November 17 - November 18

Best

SKP - Istanbul

$106

$113

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November 24 - November 28

SKP - Istanbul

$108

$114

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November 26 - November 29

SKP - Istanbul

$109

$114

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November 4 - November 9

Earliest

SKP - Istanbul

$104

$114

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November 4 - November 6

Earliest

SKP - Istanbul

$105

$114

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November 25 - November 28

SKP - Istanbul

$108

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Skopje to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Skopje to Istanbul

Fares for flights from Skopje to Istanbul typically range from $205–$500, with a median of $336. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Skopje to Istanbul.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Skopje to Istanbul, August stands out with a median fare of just $59. Other affordable months include February and January, both showing a median fare of $94. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Skopje to Istanbul takes approximately 10h 55m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 14% of recent fares were for direct flights from Skopje to Istanbul, indicating that travelers should expect to make connections.

The distance between Skopje and Istanbul is 597 kilometers, which classifies this route as a short-haul journey. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience, even with connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Skopje to Istanbul

Regular price: $76 - $232

Prices for flights from Skopje to Istanbul are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Skopje to Istanbul is between $76 and $232. The current lowest deal is $107 with Valuair for travel from Nov 7-Nov 17.

now $107

Low $76

High $232

The cheapest time to fly from Skopje to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Skopje to Istanbul is August, with a median price of $59. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $371. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

August

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Flights from $59

November

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Flights from $371

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Direct flights from Skopje to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Valuair

Last-minute flights going from Skopje to Istanbul

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SKP - Istanbul

Skopje (SKP) - Istanbul (IST)

$260

$142

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SKP - Istanbul

Skopje (SKP) - Istanbul (IST)

Wizz Air

$275

$207

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SKP - Istanbul

Skopje (SKP) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

$209

$145

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SKP - Istanbul

Skopje (SKP) - Istanbul (IST)

Air Serbia

$232

$165

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SKP - Istanbul

Skopje (SKP) - Istanbul (IST)

Air Serbia

$263

$164

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SKP - Istanbul

Skopje (SKP) - Istanbul (IST)

Air Serbia

$260

$170

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Skopje to Istanbul

5 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 11

$256 → $169

34%

4 nights

Sep 6 - Sep 10

$256 → $169

34%

5 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 18

$256 → $169

34%

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

$257 → $170

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Skopje to Istanbul

Skopje - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Skopje to Istanbul are above the typical level for the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Historically, August offers the lowest median prices at $59, compared to the route's median of $336.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 10h 55m

Flights from Skopje to Istanbul typically involve connections, with a median duration of 10 hours 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 14% of recent flights from Skopje to Istanbul are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Valuair offers competitive deals

Valuair has offered a recent deal for $107, making it a notable option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Skopje to Istanbul are frequent, appearing often over the last 30 days.

Skopje main airports to depart from

Skopje Alexander the Great (SKP)

Cheapest

Skopje Alexander the Great Airport is a convenient and affordable option for flights to Istanbul.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$111

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International is a good option for flights from Skopje to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$111

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Skopje to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$117

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Consider Esenboğa International as a major international hub for network redundancy, despite the distance.

📍 ~350 km from Istanbul (requires domestic flight or high-speed train).

💸 Flights from ~$160

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Cheapest

Adnan Menderes is a reliable alternative for Western-bound international flights with extensive European connections.

📍 ~300 km from Istanbul (usually requires a separate domestic leg).

💸 Flights from ~$106

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is geographically the closest alternative, accessible by road from Istanbul's European side.

📍 ~100 km from Istanbul (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$274

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir offers proximity to the southern Marmara region and Istanbul's Asian side, accessible via bridge or ferry.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (reachable by car/ferry).

💸 Flights from ~$342

Burgas (BOJ)

Burgas is the closest international airport outside of Turkey, useful for travelers with appropriate travel documents.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires international border crossing).

💸 Flights from ~$170

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, booking flights from Skopje to Istanbul 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked within this window averaged around $253. In contrast, flights booked 0-6 days before departure had a significantly higher average price of $435. For those booking 7-13 days out, the average price was $444, indicating that last-minute bookings tend to be more expensive on this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Skopje to Istanbul is considered to be around $205 or less. The median price for this route was $336, meaning half of all observed prices were above this amount. Prices historically ranged up to $500 for the higher end of fares.

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Skopje to Istanbul, with a median price of $59. January and February also offered competitive prices, both with a median of $94. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, was $336. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months.

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Skopje to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Skopje to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Skopje to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Skopje to Istanbul

Direct flights from Skopje to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Skopje to Istanbul

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Skopje to Istanbul

Popular Airports to fly from Skopje to Istanbul

Skopje - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Connecting flights average 10h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant

Valuair offers competitive deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Skopje main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

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