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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Tbilisi flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Istanbul to Tbilisi: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Tbilisi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Tbilisi.

Istanbul to Tbilisi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP7,313
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week50

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Tbilisi: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Tbilisi is P7,313. 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.
2 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Tbilisi.
Turkish Airlines, jetBlue and EgyptAir fly direct from Istanbul to Tbilisi.
As of April 2025, there are 50 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Tbilisi.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Tbilisi is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Tbilisi Airport on Saturday, 24 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 22 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 Tbilisi 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 Tbilisi 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 Tbilisi.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport.

  • Tbilisi is one hour ahead of Istanbul and is in the UTC+4 timezone.

  • Flights from IST to TBS start at 00:55 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 23:50 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from 213 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport flights.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your IST to TBS flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Flying into Tbilisi (and then discovering more of Georgia!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport.

  • Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IST and TBS:

    • Antalya Airport

    • Esenboga International Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport flight is P4,732. A return plane ticket right now is P7,313. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from IST to TBS, book your journey 11 months ahead of your departure date.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from IST to TBS is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 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 arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)

  • If you're getting in on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near TBS:

  • Grab a Tbilisi International Airport rental car and explore Tbilisi and beyond with your own wheels. TBILISICARS.COM, Carwiz and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tbilisi International Airport around two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to central Tbilisi

  • From Tbilisi International Airport, Tbilisi is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.

When to fly to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tbilisi. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tbilisi International Airport for July if you want to go to Tbilisi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to TBS in January. Temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.

Explore more of Georgia

  • You've visited Tbilisi, now it's time to explore other corners of Georgia. Journey about 177 kilometres west to Kutaisi to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bagrati Cathedral to Kutaisi Historical Museum and Kutaisi Botanical Garden, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 257 kilometres west of Tbilisi, Batumi is another essential stop in Georgia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Batumi Boulevard, Alphabetic Tower and Ali and Nino.

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