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76 € Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Skopje

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Skopje? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Skopje.76 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Skopje.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Skopje on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 76 €, select.
Skopje.77 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Skopje.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Skopje on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 77 €, select.
Skopje.79 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Skopje.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Skopje on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 79 €, select.
Skopje.79 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Skopje.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Skopje on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 79 €, select.
Skopje.124 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Skopje.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Skopje on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 124 €, select.
Skopje.124 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Skopje.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Skopje on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 124 €, select.
Skopje.135 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Sun, 5 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Skopje.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Skopje on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 135 €, select.
Skopje.139 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Thu, 2 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Skopje.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Skopje on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 139 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Skopje

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Skopje flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from 77 €
Mar
from 76 €
Apr
from 135 €
May
from 151 €
Jun
from 152 €
Jul
from 176 €
Aug
from 178 €
Sep
from 161 €
Oct
from 149 €
Nov
from 141 €
Dec
from 150 €
Jan
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Istanbul to Skopje: Alternative routes

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16km from central Skopje
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Istanbul to Skopje: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found76 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week20

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Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Skopje: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Skopje is 76 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Skopje.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Skopje.
As of February 2026, there are 20 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Skopje.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Skopje is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Skopje Airport on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Skopje but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Skopje is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Skopje.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Skopje is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul.

  • Each week, there are 19 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, select the 07:25 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:15 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Your IST to SKP flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Skopje — and maybe even more of North Macedonia if your schedule allows.

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IST and SKP include:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Franjo Tudman Airport

    • Antalya Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)

  • At the moment, 62 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 76 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from IST to SKP by booking at least four months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from IST to SKP is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near IST. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SKP instead:

  • Explore without limits with a Skopje International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz and venture far and wide through Skopje and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Skopje International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje

  • From Skopje International Airport, Skopje is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Skopje. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Skopje International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Skopje during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from IST to SKP in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

Explore more of North Macedonia

  • You've done Skopje, now it's time to explore other corners of North Macedonia. Journey around 105 kilometres south to Bitola to check off its popular sights. From Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir to Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Kumanovo is another well-known destination in North Macedonia and is around 29 kilometres north-east of Skopje. No trip is complete without visiting MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution.

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