How to get from Istanbul to Varna
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 1h, from €124.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Varna. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 255 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 €34, on Wed, Aug 26.
This fare comes from a search on August 20, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Istanbul to Varna: 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.
- 1Istanbul Airport → Varna Airportflight
Turkish Airlines·1h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
3 ways from Istanbul to Varna: flight, train, bus
How the trip from Istanbul to Varna works
Start with a Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul to Varna, about 1h. In total it's roughly €124 over 1h, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Varna
DepartureIstanbulWho runs Istanbul to Varna
On this route you travel with Turkish Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Istanbul to Varna: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Varna?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Varna from Istanbul?+−
About 255 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Varna cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €124. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Varna?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Varna?+−
About 1h, 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 Varna?+−
Istanbul is IST and Varna is VAR, so this route is usually written IST to VAR.
Which operators run Istanbul to Varna?+−
On this route you travel with Turkish Airlines.
Can you get from Istanbul to Varna without flying?+−
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 8h 18m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Varna?+−
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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