How to get from Samsun to Istanbul
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 1h 35m, from €56.
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 Wed, Aug 26.
This fare comes from a search on August 21, 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.
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 €56 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?+−
The best price in our latest search was €56. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
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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