Travelling from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD).
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport flight is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport is located in Mashhad. The city follows the UTC+3:30 timezone and is 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD). You can pick from 8 direct services each week. Turkish Airlines operates a 12:55am departure between IST and MHD.
Your flight from Istanbul to MHD won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD) take off from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport leaving from IST.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from IST to MHD.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Istanbul to MHD with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IST and MHD include:
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Thinking of flying out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD) plane tickets are available from here.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to MHD are available with Pegasus.
Pegasus Airlines is the most popular choice for travellers flying from SAW to MHD.
With 70.83% of services arriving as scheduled, Pegasus Airlines is the top on-time carrier flying between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport.
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and MHD are:
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to MHD flight? Check in to a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD)
Get off your flight from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option that's not too far from MHD, stay at Golden Palace Hotel (Ghasr Talaei).
Getting from Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD) to central Mashhad
Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Mashhad. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD)
Right now, ₹ 14,094 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 25,574. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to MHD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD)
December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport (MHD), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Mashhad based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Istanbul to MHD plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mashhad to range from 18ºC to 35ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 11ºC.
More about Mashhad
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Mashhad right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Mashhad Shahid Hashemi Nejad International Airport:
Imam Reza Holy Shrine and Goharshad Mosque are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Mashhad travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Imam Reza Mosque Library.
Explore more of Iran
Mashhad will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Iran you should also see. About 177 kilometres west of Mashhad, a visit to Sabzevar will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Jameh Mosque of Sabzevar, Cultural Centre of Imam Reza and Khosrogerd Minaret.
Next stop? Find your way to Torbat-e Ḩeydarīyeh. It's about 113 kilometres south of Mashhad and is home to highlights including Jameh Mosque of Atigh and Lari Caravanserai and Heritage Accommodation.
