This page lists real live arrivals tracked at Istanbul Airport (IST) — actual flight numbers, origins and statuses observed via adsb.lol when this page was built on 21 July 2026, 19:06 UTC. Coverage refreshes on each site deploy, so always confirm the exact flight on the airport’s official live arrivals board before setting out.

Live flight data. The arrivals below are real flights tracked at Istanbul Airport, fetched 21 July 2026, 19:06 UTC via adsb.lol with route data from adsbdb.com . This static page is regenerated on each deploy, so for up-to-the-minute gate and delay information use the official Istanbul Airport live arrivals page or your airline’s app.

Scheduled arrivals at Istanbul Airport (IST)

The table below lists real arrivals tracked at Istanbul Airport (IST) by live flight-tracking coverage, fetched 21 July 2026, 19:06 UTC. Times are local observations, terminals are not reported by the tracking feeds, and this page updates on each site deploy — always confirm your flight on the official live board before travelling to the airport.

Istanbul Airport (IST) arrivals — live tracked flights, fetched 21 July 2026, 19:06 UTC
TimeFlightAirlineOriginTerminalStatus
22:05TK54DTurkish AirlinesBremen (BRE)Approach
22:06TK8SFTurkish AirlinesMilan (MXP)Landing
22:06TK4CQTurkish AirlinesMardin (MQM)Landing
22:06TK4WSTurkish AirlinesDiyarbakır (DIY)Landing
22:06TK2XKTurkish AirlinesGaziantep (GZT)Approach
22:06TK91STurkish AirlinesKonya (KYA)Approach

Statuses and times are live observations from adsb.lol flight-tracking coverage at fetch time. All times are local to Istanbul Airport in 24-hour format.

What time are the first and last arrivals at Istanbul Airport today?

In the live data fetched 21 July 2026, 19:06 UTC, the first recorded arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) is TK54D from Bremen at 22:05, and the latest is TK91S from Konya at 22:06 — all local time.

  • Early-morning arrivals often land before public transport reaches full frequency — plan onward travel the night before.
  • Late arrivals can mean quieter immigration halls but fewer open shops, lounges and ticket desks.
  • First and last arrival times drift by season and day of week — always confirm on the official live board.

Which terminal do Turkish Airlines flights use at Istanbul Airport?

Turkish Airlines typically uses Terminal 1 at Istanbul Airport (IST) for its arrivals. Terminal assignments at Istanbul are set by the airport and can change between seasons, so treat the list below as planning guidance and confirm on your booking or the official live board.

  • Turkish Airlines — Terminal 1
  • Lufthansa — Terminal 1
  • Qatar Airways — Terminal 1
  • British Airways — Terminal 1
  • Air France — Terminal 1

How long does it take to get through arrivals at Istanbul Airport?

Most travellers clear Istanbul Airport in 45–90 minutes after landing. Immigration and border control typically take 20–60 minutes depending on queues and passport type, with a further 15–30 minutes for checked bags to reach the belt.

  • E-gates and registered-traveller schemes, where available at Istanbul, can cut border time to a few minutes.
  • Hand luggage only? You can often be landside within 30–40 minutes of the doors opening.
  • If someone is collecting you, have them track the flight on the official live arrivals board rather than waiting kerbside.
  • Allow extra time if you need visa-on-arrival processing or have a tight onward connection.

Where can I check live arrival times for IST?

The only sources of real-time arrivals information for Istanbul Airport (IST) are the airport itself and the airlines that fly there. Use the official Istanbul Airport live arrivals board for gate, delay and cancellation updates, and your airline’s app for push notifications about your specific flight. TravelShifu’s board shows real tracked arrivals fetched 21 July 2026, 19:06 UTC via adsb.lol and refreshes on each site deploy — it is still never a substitute for the airport’s live board on the day you travel.

Frequently asked questions

What time is the first arrival at Istanbul Airport today?
In the live data fetched 21 July 2026, 19:06 UTC, the first recorded arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) is TK54D from Bremen, observed at 22:05 local time. Live coverage varies through the day — confirm today’s arrivals on the airport’s official arrivals board.
What time is the last arrival at Istanbul Airport today?
In the live data fetched 21 July 2026, 19:06 UTC, the latest recorded arrival is TK91S from Konya, observed at 22:06 local time. This page refreshes on each site deploy, so verify late arrivals on Istanbul Airport’s official live arrivals page before setting out.
Which terminal does Turkish Airlines arrive at in Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines typically arrives at Terminal 1 at Istanbul Airport. Terminal assignments can change, so confirm the arrival terminal on the airport’s live flight information before you head to the pick-up area.
How long does it take to get through arrivals at Istanbul Airport?
Most travellers clear Istanbul Airport in 45–90 minutes after landing: immigration typically takes 20–60 minutes depending on queues, plus 15–30 minutes for checked bags. Fast-track and e-gates can shorten the process considerably.
Is this Istanbul Airport arrivals board live?
Yes — the arrivals above are real flights tracked at Istanbul Airport, fetched 21 July 2026, 19:06 UTC via adsb.lol when this page was last built. It refreshes on each site deploy rather than minute-by-minute, so for real-time landing and delay updates use the airport’s official live board or the airline’s app.
Where is the official Istanbul Airport live arrivals board?
The official live arrivals board for Istanbul Airport (IST) is published on the airport’s own website at https://www.istairport.com/en/flights/arrivals. Airline apps and the arrivals screens in the terminal show the same real-time status information.

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