How to get from Istanbul to Mardin
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We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Mardin. 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 1091 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 €41, 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.
1091 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €41Checked Sep 8 | 1h 50mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €41Older observation | 23h 17mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€41Checked Sep 81h 50m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€41Older observation23h 17m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Mardin: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Mardin Airportflight
Pegasus Airlines·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.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Istanbul to Mardin
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€39October 2026
€52Departures from Istanbul to Mardin
Mardin Seyahat runs 8 scheduled departures a day, the first at 10:01 and the last at 19:29.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mardin Seyahatbus | 8 | 10:01 | 19:29 |
| FlixBusbus | 5 | 00:15 | 22:50 |
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
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Mardin AirportSee live options and dates →Mardin SeyahatIstanbul-MardinBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, Mardin Seyahat; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Mardin works
Start with a PC flight from Istanbul to Mardin, about 1h 50m. In total it's roughly €41 over 1h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Mardin: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Mardin?
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 Mardin from Istanbul?
About 1091 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Mardin cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €41. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Mardin?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 50m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Mardin?
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 Istanbul and Mardin?
Istanbul is SAW and Mardin is MQM, so this route is usually written SAW to MQM.
Which operators run Istanbul to Mardin?
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, Mardin Seyahat.
Can you get from Istanbul to Mardin without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 23h 17m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Mardin?
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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