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Quick Flight Summary from Taif to Istanbul

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $83
  • Direct flight duration 8 hour 50 min
  • Direct airlines Turkish Airlines
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Monday, Wednesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $127

Cheapest flights from Taif to Istanbul

Best Price

flyadeal

flyadeal
8 Nov, Sun
Taif – Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
TIF–IST

flyadeal

flyadeal
9 Nov, Mon
Taif – Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
TIF–IST

flyadeal

flyadeal
11 Nov, Wed
Taif – Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
TIF–IST

flyadeal

flyadeal
12 Nov, Thu
Taif – Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
TIF–IST

flyadeal

flyadeal
14 Nov, Sat
Taif – Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
TIF–IST

flyadeal

flyadeal
24 Nov, Tue
Taif – Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
TIF–IST

flyadeal

flyadeal
27 Oct, Tue
Taif – Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
TIF–IST

flyadeal

flyadeal
28 Oct, Wed
Taif – Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
TIF–IST

flyadeal

flyadeal
4 Nov, Wed
Taif – Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
TIF–IST

Last update: 09 October 2026 00:58

Direct flights from Taif to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Estimated Prices for Taif to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day5 November Thursday
Best Price
$85
Average Price
$127
$265
$85
$160
09Fri
Oct
$149
10Sat
$145
11Sun
$132
12Mon
$145
13Tue
$139
14Wed
$181
15Thu
$165
16Fri
17Sat
$128
18Sun
19Mon
$143
20Tue
$152
21Wed
$151
22Thu
$162
23Fri
24Sat
$107
25Sun
$86
26Mon
$85
27Tue
$85
28Wed
$87
29Thu
$107
30Fri
$85
31Sat
$100
01Sun
Nov
$86
02Mon
$107
03Tue
$85
04Wed
$85
05Thu
$265
06Fri
$107
07Sat

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Taif City Center

Taif Regional Airport

Buses are the most convenient option that you can choose to reach the airport from Taif city center. You can also get to the airport by taxi or by renting a car from the city center.

Bus

Direct buses to the airport depart from Al Taif Station in Taif Al Faisaliah. Local bus services operated by SAPTCO depart on short intervals. According to the current information in SAPTCO's web site the fare you will pay for this trip, which is about 30 kilometers, is 15 Saudi Riyals and it takes about 1 hour. You can make your reservation at the official website of SAPTCO or you can get your ticket from the sales points. It is also possible to buy tickets from almost every stop.

Taxi

You must absolutely have an agreement with the driver about the fare before you start your journey, if you are taking a taxi without a taximeter. Otherwise, you can pay really high fares. Taxis are the least preferred means of transportation by visitors of Taif, where there is not much alternatives in terms of transportation in the city.

Taxi fares are more expensive than other means of transportation. This is why we recommend you take advantage of the bus or car rental service instead of taxis. You should be careful about the taxi you take. In Taif, limousine taxis, for example, are also available and they are much more expensive than regular taxis.

Car Rental

There are car rental companies located in the city as well as in Taif Airport. Car rental companies are as popular as local buses, as the oil prices here are low. In additions, there are extremely modern highways in Taif that has links to all nearby cities. You can go to the airport with your vehicle rented from Taif city and deliver it to the same car rental company in the terminal.

Airport Information

Taif Airport, 70 kilometers from Mecca and 30 kilometers from Taif city center, is an airport suitable for international and domestic flights. You will not find much shops and similar entertainment areas at Taif Airport, which is smaller than other airports in Saudi Arabia with regard to area and capacity.

Taif Airport is of great importance for the history of Saudi aviation. The first one to land this airport was Ibn Saud, the founder of the kingdom. It is an airport used both for military and public purposes.

In the terminal you can find a small parking area for cars and the offices of most preferred car rental companies throughout Saudi Arabia. You can also see bus stops and taxi stands, from where you can take a bus or taxi to Taif city center, at a short distance from the terminal exit.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
  • The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
  • After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
  • The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
  • A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
  • If you make a reservation before

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Thursday
8 Oct
Fog
20°11°
Friday
9 Oct
Clear
23°13°
Saturday
10 Oct
Clear
26°14°
Sunday
11 Oct
Cloudy
26°14°
Monday
12 Oct
Cloudy
21°15°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Taif Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Taif-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Taif-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Taif-Istanbul flights, you can use Taif Regional Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Taif-Istanbul is 2443 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 3 hour.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Taif-Istanbul flights is Tuesday.
flyadeal, Air Arabia, Flydubai, Air Arabia Egypt organizes direct flights between Taif-Istanbul.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with flyadeal starts from approximately $80.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Flynas
$128
Paid Change (up to 4 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (56x36x23 cm)
Air Arabia
$152
Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm)
flyadeal
$80
No Refund / 1 piece of handbag (40x20x30 cm cm) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20cm cm)
Air Arabia Egypt
$265
Paid Change (up to 24 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x40x20 cm) / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage
Qatar Airways
$176
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Saudi Arabian Airlines
$289
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage
Turkish Airlines
$237
Paid Change / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage
Nile Air
$549
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 08.10.2026

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