How to get from Istanbul to Frankfurt
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Frankfurt. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1662 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 €63, on Thu, Aug 27.
This fare comes from a search on September 8, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1662 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €65Checked Sep 8 | 3h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €172Older observation | 45h 30m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€65Checked Sep 83h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€172Older observation45h 30m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Frankfurt: 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.
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Frankfurt am Mainflight
AJet·3h 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.
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Flight prices by day, Istanbul to Frankfurt
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€147October 2026
€65Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
AJetSabiha Gökçen Airport-Frankfurt am Main, Sabiha Gökçen Airport-Cologne/Bonn AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusCologne Airport CGN-Frankfurt, İstanbul Esenler Otogarı-Bucharest, Bucharest-Cologne, Cologne-FrankfurtBook →
Turkish AirlinesIstanbul Airport-Frankfurt am MainSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with AJet, FlixBus, Turkish Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Frankfurt works
Start with a AJet flight from Istanbul to Frankfurt, about 3h 20m. In total it's roughly €65 over 3h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Frankfurt: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Frankfurt?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Frankfurt from Istanbul?
About 1662 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Frankfurt cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €64 to €142. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Frankfurt?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 3h 20m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Frankfurt?
About 3h 20m, 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 Frankfurt?
Istanbul is SAW and Frankfurt is FRA, so this route is usually written SAW to FRA.
Which operators run Istanbul to Frankfurt?
On this route you travel with AJet, FlixBus, Turkish Airlines.
Can you get from Istanbul to Frankfurt without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 45h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Frankfurt?
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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