How to get from Berlin to Istanbul
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Berlin to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 55m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1735 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.
This fare comes from a search on August 9, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1735 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €114Checked Sep 7 | 2h 55mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €201Reading date not recorded | 34h 15m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€114Checked Sep 72h 55m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€201Reading date not recorded34h 15m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Berlin 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.
- 1Berlin Brandenburg → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
AJet·2h 55m
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.
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Flight prices by day, Berlin to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€114October 2026
€115Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
AJetBerlin Brandenburg-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBerlin-Salzburg, Salzburg-Sofia, Sofia-İstanbul Esenler OtogarıBook →On this route you travel with AJet, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Berlin to Istanbul works
Start with a AJet flight from Berlin to Istanbul, about 2h 55m. In total it's roughly €65 over 2h 55m, direct, no transfers.
Berlin to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 55m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Berlin?
About 1735 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Berlin to Istanbul cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €65 to €221. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Berlin to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 55m.
How long is the flight from Berlin to Istanbul?
About 2h 55m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Berlin and Istanbul?
Berlin is BER and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written BER to SAW.
Which operators run Berlin to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with AJet, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin 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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