How to get from Samsun to Istanbul
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 1h 35m, from €54.
We compared the ways to travel from Samsun to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 35m, 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 €28, on Fri, Sep 4.
This fare comes from a search on September 1, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Samsun 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.
- 1Samsun-Çarşamba Airport → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
Pegasus Airlines·1h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Samsun to Istanbul 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 Samsun to Istanbul: flight, bus
How the trip from Samsun to Istanbul works
Start with a Pegasus Airlines flight from Samsun to Istanbul, about 1h 35m. In total it's roughly €54 over 1h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Istanbul
DepartureSamsunWho runs Samsun to Istanbul
Pegasus AirlinesSamsun-Çarşamba Airport-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Kamil KoçBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Samsun to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Samsun to Istanbul?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Samsun?+−
About 617 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Samsun to Istanbul cost?+−
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €28 to €29. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Samsun to Istanbul?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 35m.
How long is the flight from Samsun to Istanbul?+−
About 1h 35m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Samsun and Istanbul?+−
Samsun is SZF and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written SZF to SAW.
Which operators run Samsun to Istanbul?+−
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines.
Can you get from Samsun to Istanbul without flying?+−
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 12h 54m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Samsun 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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