Vienna to Istanbul by flight + bus
This route from Vienna to Istanbul is not by plane the whole way: by flight, bus it takes about 21h 25m in total, run by Ryanair, FlixBus. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €103. 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
- €153
- Total journey
- 21h 25m
- Change
- 2 transfers
- Operator
- Ryanair, FlixBus
Checked Sep 2 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Vienna to Kraków
Ryanair1h 05mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Kraków - 2Kraków to BucharestRyanair2h 40m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Bucharest - 3Bucharest to İstanbul Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus11h 10mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €98Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 31h 30m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Bus€98Omio catalogue, Sep 831h 30m · 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· 36h 25m€98Book
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Vienna to Istanbul by plane: common questions
How long does Vienna to Istanbul take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus together take about 21h 25m, 2 transfers.
How much is a flight ticket from Vienna to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €153. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Vienna to Istanbul?
Ryanair, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €103. The flight wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
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