Traveling from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport (BHK): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport (BHK). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 15 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Istanbul to Bukhara Airport flight.
Bukhara is two hours ahead of Istanbul. Bukhara Airport is located in Bukhara, which is in the UTC+5 timezone.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Bukhara Airport (BHK). There are 5 direct services each week. Turkish Airlines operates a 1:10am departure between IST and BHK.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Istanbul to BHK. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're traveling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reach your destination without the detour from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport (BHK) can be booked from here.
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport jetting out of IST.
Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines from IST to BHK.
IST is around 48 kilometers 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. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is about 48 kilometers from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to BHK flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Bukhara Airport (BHK)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near BHK:
Getting from Bukhara Airport (BHK) to central Bukhara
Central Bukhara is roughly 2 kilometers from Bukhara Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 25 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport (BHK)
$194 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport. A return flight starts from $347. These prices can change based on availability.
Lock in cheap flights from Istanbul to BHK by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Istanbul to Bukhara Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport (BHK)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport (BHK). August is the busiest month to travel to Bukhara. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Bukhara is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your Istanbul to BHK plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Bukhara
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Bukhara right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Bukhara Airport:
Your visit to Bukhara should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Old city of Bukhara, Abdullakhan madrasah and Great Minaret of the Kalon.
Explore more of Uzbekistan
Samarkand is just one of the many places in Uzbekistan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Bukhara. Around 209 kilometers away to the east, check out popular attractions including Registan, SAMARKAND REGiSTON and Madrasa Ulugh Beg, Madrasa Tilla Kari, Madrasa Sher Dor.
Any journey through Uzbekistan wouldn't be complete without a stop in Koson. Chorgumbaz Jome Masjidi and Koson Tuman Yoshlar Bog'i are among the highlights in this destination, which is about 129 kilometers south-east of Bukhara.