How to get from Belgrade to Istanbul
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Belgrade to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 50m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 819 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
819 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €153Checked Sep 8 | 1h 50mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €45Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 35h 30m4 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€153Checked Sep 81h 50m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€45Omio catalogue, Sep 835h 30m · 4 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Belgrade 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.
- 1Belgrade Nikola Tesla → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
AJet·1h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Belgrade to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€191October 2026
€155Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 14h 25m€45Book
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
AJetBelgrade Nikola Tesla-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Pegasus AirlinesBelgrade Nikola Tesla-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBelgrade-Novi Sad MAS, Novi Sad MAS-Đakovo, Đakovo-Osijek, Osijek-SofiaBook →
ArdaTurSofia-IstanbulBook →On this route you travel with AJet, Pegasus Airlines, FlixBus, ArdaTur; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Belgrade to Istanbul works
Start with a AJet flight from Belgrade to Istanbul, about 1h 50m. In total it's roughly €153 over 1h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Belgrade to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Belgrade to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Belgrade?
About 819 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Belgrade to Istanbul cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €153. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Belgrade to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 50m.
How long is the flight from Belgrade to Istanbul?
About 1h 50m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Belgrade and Istanbul?
Belgrade is BEG and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written BEG to SAW.
Which operators run Belgrade to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with AJet, Pegasus Airlines, FlixBus, ArdaTur.
What is the cheapest way to get from Belgrade 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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