How to get from Bodrum to Istanbul
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bodrum to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 440 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 €27, 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.
440 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €36Checked Sep 7 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €39Older observation | 10h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€36Checked Sep 71h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€39Older observation10h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bodrum 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.
- 1Bodrum-Milas Airport → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
AJet·1h 20m
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.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Bodrum to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€25October 2026
€25Departures from Bodrum to Istanbul
Kamil Koç runs 16 scheduled departures a day, the first at 03:30 and the last at 23:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kamil Koçbus | 16 | 03:30 | 23:00 |
| FlixBusbus | 8 | 07:00 | 23:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
AJetBodrum-Milas Airport-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Kamil KoçBodrum-IstanbulBook →On this route you travel with AJet, Kamil Koç; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bodrum to Istanbul works
Start with a AJet flight from Bodrum to Istanbul, about 1h 20m. In total it's roughly €28 over 1h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Bodrum to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bodrum to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Bodrum?
About 440 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bodrum to Istanbul cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €30 to €39. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Bodrum to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 20m.
How long is the flight from Bodrum to Istanbul?
About 1h 20m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bodrum and Istanbul?
Bodrum is BJV and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written BJV to SAW.
Which operators run Bodrum to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with AJet, Kamil Koç.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bodrum 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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