How to get from Istanbul to Samsun
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 1h 25m, from €30.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Samsun. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 25m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 617 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 €26, on Wed, Sep 2.
This fare comes from a search on September 1, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Istanbul to Samsun: 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 → Samsun-Çarşamba Airportflight
Pegasus Airlines·1h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Istanbul to Samsun 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 Samsun: flight, bus
How the trip from Istanbul to Samsun works
Start with a Pegasus Airlines flight from Istanbul to Samsun, about 1h 25m. In total it's roughly €30 over 1h 25m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Samsun
DepartureIstanbulWho runs Istanbul to Samsun
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Samsun-Çarşamba AirportSee live options and dates →
Kamil KoçBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Istanbul to Samsun: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Samsun?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 25m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Samsun from Istanbul?+−
About 617 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Samsun cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €30. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Samsun?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 25m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Samsun?+−
About 1h 25m, 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 Samsun?+−
Istanbul is SAW and Samsun is SZF, so this route is usually written SAW to SZF.
Which operators run Istanbul to Samsun?+−
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from Istanbul to Samsun without flying?+−
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 11h 17m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Samsun?+−
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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