What is the cheapest way to get from Karakol to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Karakol to Istanbul is to drive and fly and bus which costs 8.500 ₺ - 17.000 ₺ and takes 12h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karakol to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Karakol to Istanbul is to taxi and fly and bus which takes 12h 28m and costs 11.000 ₺ - 32.000 ₺.

How far is it from Karakol to Istanbul?

The distance between Karakol and Istanbul is 4134 km. The road distance is 5497 km.

How long does it take to get from Karakol to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 12h 28m to get from Karakol to Istanbul, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Karakol and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 3h behind Karakol. It is currently 12:32 PM in Karakol and 9:32 AM in Istanbul.

Can I drive from Karakol to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Karakol to Istanbul is 5497 km. It takes approximately 3 days 0h to drive from Karakol to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4393+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Karakol to Istanbul - 4 ways to travel via taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Karakol to Istanbul by taxi, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi to Issyk-Kul International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Karakol to Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU)
2. Fly from Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) to Istanbul (IST)IKU - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
12h 28m
₺11,144–31,069
Drive to Almaty International Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
cheapest
1. Drive from Karakol to Almaty International Airport (ALA)
2. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)ALA - SAW
12h 37m
₺7,643–16,653
Drive 5,497 km
1. Drive from Karakol to Istanbul5,497 km
3d
₺27,611–39,882
Drive to Almaty International Airport, fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Drive from Karakol to Almaty International Airport (ALA)
2. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Istanbul (IST)ALA - IST
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
12h 52m
₺8,760–16,912

Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) to Istanbul (IST) flights

4Weekly Planes

10h 52mAverage Duration

₺8,521Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Karakol to Istanbul.

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Distance: 4,134.3 km
Duration: 12h 28m

What companies run services between Karakol, Kyrgyzstan and Istanbul, Turkey?

There is no direct connection from Karakol to Istanbul. However, you can take the taxi to Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) airport, fly to Istanbul (IST), walk to Istanbul Airport Bus, then take the bus to Istanbul Otogari. Alternatively, you can drive from Karakol to Istanbul in around 3d.

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