How to get from Istanbul to Kars
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 2h 05m, from €61.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Kars. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1188 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €47, on Fri, Aug 21.
Istanbul to Kars: 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.
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Kars Airportflight
AJet·2h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Istanbul to Kars prices by travel date
Gold is the cheapest day we found. Tap a day and the panel and the button lock to that date.
2 ways from Istanbul to Kars: flight, bus
How the trip from Istanbul to Kars works
Start with a AJet flight from Istanbul to Kars, about 2h 5m. In total it's roughly €61 over 2h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Kars
DepartureIstanbulWho runs Istanbul to Kars
AJetSabiha Gökçen Airport-Kars AirportSee live options and dates →Kafkas Kars TurizmBook →
Pegasus AirlinesSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with AJet; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Istanbul to Kars: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Kars?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Kars from Istanbul?+−
About 1188 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Kars cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €61. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Kars?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 05m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Kars?+−
About 2h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Kars?+−
Istanbul is SAW and Kars is KSY, so this route is usually written SAW to KSY.
Which operators run Istanbul to Kars?+−
On this route you travel with AJet.
Can you get from Istanbul to Kars without flying?+−
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 22h 59m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Kars?+−
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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