How to get from Madrid to Istanbul
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 4h 10m, from €99.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 4h 10m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 2739 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.
Madrid 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.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
Pegasus Airlines·4h 10m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
2 ways from Madrid to Istanbul: flight, bus
How the trip from Madrid to Istanbul works
Start with a Pegasus Airlines flight from Madrid to Istanbul, about 4h 10m. In total it's roughly €99 over 4h 10m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Istanbul
DepartureMadridWho runs Madrid to Istanbul
Pegasus AirlinesMadrid–Barajas-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Air EuropaSee live options and dates →
Renfe AVEBook →
FlixBusBook →
ArdaTurBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Madrid to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Istanbul?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 4h 10m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Madrid?+−
About 2739 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Istanbul cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €99. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Istanbul?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 4h 10m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Istanbul?+−
About 4h 10m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and Istanbul?+−
Madrid is MAD and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written MAD to SAW.
Which operators run Madrid to Istanbul?+−
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from Madrid to Istanbul without flying?+−
Yes. A ground route by train, bus takes about 63h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid 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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