Shiraz sits at the foot of the Zagros Mountains, in southwestern Iran. The capital of Fars Province, Shiraz has a long and storied history. As one of Iran’s most historic cultural centers, Shiraz is also a hub of literature and the arts—the city was the birthplace of Shams al-Dīn Muḥammad Ḥāfiẓ and Saadi Shirazi, both of whom were celebrated poets and among the most important figures in classical Persian literature. While poetry is an integral part of daily life in Shiraz, the city is also home to sites like the riverside Eram Garden, now part of the city’s Botanical Garden; the beautiful Nasir al-Mulk Mosque, with dramatic stained-glass windows; and the Arg of Karim Khan, a striking citadel. Additionally, Shiraz is about an hour’s drive from the ruins of Persepolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Enchanting visitors with its wide boulevards, courtyard houses, and lush gardens, Shiraz is one of Iran’s most fascinating cities. To explore this lovely destination—where art blends seamlessly with architecture and landscaped gardens—you can review schedules and fares for flights to Shiraz. Turkish Airlines’ flights to Shiraz from Istanbul take around four hours and fares for Shiraz flights may vary depending on the season. To travel with Turkish Airlines’ exclusive benefits and learn more about flights to Shiraz, visit the “Search Flights” tab.