Istanbul to Varna by flight + bus
This route from Istanbul to Varna is not by plane the whole way: by flight, bus it takes about 13h 30m in total, run by Turkish Airlines, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is bus, at 8h 18m.
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The journey, step by step
- 1flightIstanbul Airport → Sofia Airport
Turkish Airlines - 2busSofia → Ruse East
FlixBus - 3busRuse East → VarnaFlixBus
flight or bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| flight | €172 | 13h 30m | 2 transfers |
| bus | €34 | 8h 18m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Varna by plane: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Varna take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus together take about 13h 30m, 2 transfers.
How much is a flight ticket from Istanbul to Varna?
The best price in our latest check was €172. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Istanbul to Varna?
Turkish Airlines, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 8h 18m. It is cheaper too, at €34.
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