How to get from Istanbul to Malatya
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Malatya. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 49m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 850 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 26, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
850 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €80Checked Sep 7 | 1h 49mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €42Older observation | 16h 53mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€80Checked Sep 71h 49m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€42Older observation16h 53m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Malatya: 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 → Malatya Erhaç Airportflight1h 49m
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.
Departures from Istanbul to Malatya
Kamil Koç runs 12 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:45 and the last at 23:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kamil Koçbus | 12 | 01:45 | 23:30 |
| FlixBusbus | 5 | 14:15 | 18:40 |
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
On this route you travel with Kamil Koç; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Malatya works
Start with a flight from Istanbul to Malatya, about 1h 49m. In total it's roughly €37 over 1h 49m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Malatya: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Malatya?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 49m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Malatya from Istanbul?
About 850 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Malatya cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €38 to €42. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Malatya?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 49m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Malatya?
About 1h 49m, 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 Malatya?
Istanbul is SAW and Malatya is MLX, so this route is usually written SAW to MLX.
Which operators run Istanbul to Malatya?
On this route you travel with Kamil Koç.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Malatya?
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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