Istanbul to Plovdiv by flight + bus
This route from Istanbul to Plovdiv is not by plane the whole way: by flight, bus it takes about 6h 27m in total, run by Pegasus Airlines, Regional connection. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €29. The flight is still the quickest.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €81
- Total journey
- 6h 27m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- Pegasus Airlines, Regional connection
Checked Sep 3 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Sofia Airport
Pegasus Airlines1h 20mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Sofia Airport - 2Sofia Airport to Plovdiv International AirportRegional connection3h 37m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Istanbul to Plovdiv
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. runs 1 scheduled departures a day, the first at 20:00 and the last at 20:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.train | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 |
| FlixBusbus | 1 | — | — |
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.
Before you travel
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €97Reading date not recorded | 11h 25mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €29Checked Sep 3 | 7h 15m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€97Reading date not recorded11h 25m · directSee Train details
- Bus€29Checked Sep 37h 15m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 6h 45m€31Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Sep 7
Istanbul to Plovdiv by plane: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Plovdiv take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus together take about 6h 27m, 1 transfer.
How much is a flight ticket from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
The best price in our latest check was €81. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Istanbul to Plovdiv?
Pegasus Airlines, Regional connection. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €29. The flight wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
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