Traveling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD): what you need to know
A direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport takes on average 3 hours 50 minutes. The timezone in Mashhad is UTC+4:30, which is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
Every week, there are 16 flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, go for the 00:55 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from IST to MHD is 23:30 with Iran Airtour.
Flying during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Mashhad — and maybe even more of Iran if you have time.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and MHD are:
Sharjah International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Iran, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IST to MHD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
C$643 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. Return flights start from C$1,133. These prices can change depending on availability.
Get cheap flight tickets from IST to MHD by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
Consider checking in to Almas Hotel (2) after touching down from your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. It's a short drive from MHD and a good option if you're keen to get some rest right away.
Getting from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to central Mashhad
Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Mashhad. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
When to fly to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Mashhad. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Mashhad, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from IST to MHD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mashhad
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Mashhad right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from IST to MHD:
Goharshad Mosque and Khorasan Great Museum are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Mashhad must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Mellat Park.
Complete your Mashhad trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Mashhad.