How to get from Trabzon to Istanbul
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Trabzon to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 906 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 €39, on Thu, Aug 27.
This fare comes from a search on September 6, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
906 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €46Checked Sep 6 | 2hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €39Older observation | 17h 21mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€46Checked Sep 62h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€39Older observation17h 21m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Trabzon 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.
- 1Trabzon Airport → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
AJet·2h
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.
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Trabzon to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€31October 2026
€28Departures from Trabzon to Istanbul
FlixBus runs 15 scheduled departures a day, the first at 10:01 and the last at 19:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 15 | 10:01 | 19:30 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 9 | 02:00 | 20:00 |
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
AJetTrabzon Airport-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Kamil KoçTrabzon-IstanbulBook →On this route you travel with AJet, Kamil Koç; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Trabzon to Istanbul works
Start with a VF flight from Trabzon to Istanbul, about 2h. In total it's roughly €46 over 2h, direct, no transfers.
Trabzon to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Trabzon to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from Trabzon?
About 906 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Trabzon to Istanbul cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €46. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Trabzon to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h.
How long is the flight from Trabzon to Istanbul?
About 2h, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Trabzon and Istanbul?
Trabzon is TZX and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written TZX to SAW.
Which operators run Trabzon to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with AJet, Kamil Koç.
What is the cheapest way to get from Trabzon 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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- TZX to SAW