How to get from Copenhagen to Istanbul
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 3h 20m, from €70.
We compared the ways to travel from Copenhagen to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 2007 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 2, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Copenhagen to Istanbul: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Copenhagen Kastrup → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
AJet·3h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
2 ways from Copenhagen to Istanbul: flight, bus
How the trip from Copenhagen to Istanbul works
Start with a AJet flight from Copenhagen to Istanbul, about 3h 20m. In total it's roughly €70 over 3h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Istanbul
DepartureCopenhagenWho runs Copenhagen to Istanbul
AJetCopenhagen Kastrup-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Pegasus AirlinesSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBook →
ArdaTurBook →On this route you travel with AJet; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Copenhagen to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Copenhagen to Istanbul?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Copenhagen?+−
About 2007 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Copenhagen to Istanbul cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €70. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Copenhagen to Istanbul?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 3h 20m.
How long is the flight from Copenhagen to Istanbul?+−
About 3h 20m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Copenhagen and Istanbul?+−
Copenhagen is CPH and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written CPH to SAW.
Which operators run Copenhagen to Istanbul?+−
On this route you travel with AJet.
Can you get from Copenhagen to Istanbul without flying?+−
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 51h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Copenhagen to Istanbul?+−
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?+−
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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