Direct (nonstop) flights from Atyrau to Istanbul

1 airline flys nonstop from Atyrau (GUW) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). It's 1,196 miles (1,925 km), about 3h 55m in the air. Operated by Pegasus.

GUW
Atyrau
🇰🇿 Atyrau, Kazakhstan
SAW
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkiye
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,196 mi
1,925 km
CO₂/pax
202 kg
−68 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Pegasus
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Pegasus Pegasus

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pegasus PC Pegasus
Route
GUW → SAW
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,196 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Atyrau to Istanbul with one stop · direct emits 202 kg CO₂ per passenger

GUW TBS (Tbilisi) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (506 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (815 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 270 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GUW → TBS
1h 20m · 506 mi
View GUW to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → SAW
2h 30m · 815 mi
View TBS to SAW flights →
GUW KUT (Kutaisi) SAW
Leg 1: 2h 5m (572 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (688 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 258 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GUW → KUT
2h 5m · 572 mi
View GUW to KUT flights →
Leg 2
KUT → SAW
2h 10m · 688 mi
View KUT to SAW flights →
GUW SCO (Aktau) SAW
Leg 1: 1h (228 mi) Leg 2: 3h 20m (1,129 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 258 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GUW → SCO
1h · 228 mi
View GUW to SCO flights →
Leg 2
SCO → SAW
3h 20m · 1,129 mi
View SCO to SAW flights →
GUW GYD (Baku) SAW
Leg 1: 1h 25m (468 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,087 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 296 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GUW → GYD
1h 25m · 468 mi
View GUW to GYD flights →
Leg 2
GYD → SAW
3h 5m · 1,087 mi
View GYD to SAW flights →
GUW AYT (Antalya) SAW
Leg 1: 3h 45m (1,285 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (288 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 295 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GUW → AYT
3h 45m · 1,285 mi
View GUW to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → SAW
1h 25m · 288 mi
View AYT to SAW flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Atyrau to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Atyrau (GUW) to Istanbul (SAW) takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,196 miles (1,925 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Atyrau to Istanbul?

Just Pegasus.

Is there a nonstop flight from Atyrau to Istanbul?

Yes. 1 airline: Pegasus.

How far is Atyrau from Istanbul?

The flight distance from Atyrau to Istanbul is 1,196 miles (1,925 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Atyrau and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2 hours behind Atyrau. (Asia/Atyrau vs Europe/Istanbul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Atyrau to Istanbul?

At 3h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Kazakhstan to Turkiye?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Turkiye embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Atyrau to Istanbul?

Roughly 202 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,010 km.

Is the return flight from Istanbul to Atyrau also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Atyrau to Istanbul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Atyrau for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.