How to get from Samsun to Istanbul
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We compared the ways to travel from Samsun to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 40m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 617 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 €25, on Wed, Sep 9.
This fare comes from a search on September 2, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
617 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €31Checked Sep 2 | 1h 40mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €25Older observation | 12h 54m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€31Checked Sep 21h 40m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€25Older observation12h 54m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Samsun 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.
- 1Samsun-Çarşamba Airport → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
AJet·1h 40m
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
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Samsun to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
November 2026
Departures from Samsun to Istanbul
FlixBus runs 16 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:00 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 16 | 01:00 | 23:59 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 12 | 00:00 | 23:45 |
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
AJetSamsun-Çarşamba Airport-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Kamil KoçSamsun-YalovaBook →Airport shuttle busYalova-Sabiha Gökçen AirportBook →On this route you travel with AJet, Kamil Koç, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Samsun to Istanbul works
Start with a AJet flight from Samsun to Istanbul, about 1h 40m. In total it's roughly €31 over 1h 40m, direct, no transfers.
Samsun to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Samsun to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 40m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Samsun?
About 617 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Samsun to Istanbul cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €25 to €28. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Samsun to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 40m.
How long is the flight from Samsun to Istanbul?
About 1h 40m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Samsun and Istanbul?
Samsun is SZF and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written SZF to SAW.
Which operators run Samsun to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with AJet, Kamil Koç, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Samsun to Istanbul without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 12h 54m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Samsun 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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