Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Kazan — $73

The route Istanbul — Kazan is served by many carriers — 11 in total, including Pobeda, Nordwind Airlines, S7 Airlines, Ural Airlines, Aeroflot, Kinda Airlines, Valuair, Pegasus Airlines, Azimut, Azerbaijan Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $73) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Istanbul is served primarily by Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), each with distinct roles. Istanbul Airport on the European side typically functions as the international hub for full-service carriers and long-haul connections, while Sabiha Gökçen on the Asian side is often used more by low-cost and regional airlines. IST sits about 35–45 km from the historic city center; travel by taxi or private transfer can take 35–60 minutes depending on traffic, and public options include the metro and Havaist airport buses with fares usually in the moderate range. SAW is roughly 45–60 km from central Istanbul, reachable by express buses, shared shuttles or taxis in 45–90 minutes; fares for public shuttles tend to be lower. Pros: IST offers extensive international connections and modern facilities; SAW can be more budget-friendly and less crowded at times. Cons: both can be affected by Istanbul traffic, and transfers between the two airports require significant time and planning.

Kazan’s main air gateway, Kazan International Airport (KZN), functions as a regional and international hub that typically serves both legacy carriers and low-cost airlines. It usually handles flights to Moscow, Saint Petersburg and some European and Central Asian destinations, and fares can be competitive compared with larger Russian gateways. The airport lies about 25 km northeast of the city center; travel by express bus or shuttle commonly takes 30–45 minutes and costs roughly a small fraction of a metro trip in major cities, while taxi or rideshare journeys are nearer 25–35 minutes depending on traffic and can be pricier. Pros include a compact terminal and modernized facilities that can make transfers straightforward; downsides can be fewer late-night service options and limited lounge availability compared with major international hubs.