How to get from Bodrum to Istanbul
Bodrum to Istanbul is 440 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 20m by plane. It is also the cheapest option, from €26 (price seen on 31 October 2026).
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Bodrum to Istanbul by price and travel time (route calculated on 2 November 2026).
- 14 bus departures a day with Balikesir Uludag, Metro Turizm, Villa Seyahat
- First bus at 04:00, last at 23:30
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 20m
direct
Flight
€26
Ground only
8h 30m
direct
Bus
€36
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 2 Nov 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bodrum to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 440 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 31, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
440 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €26Checked Oct 31 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €36Reading date not recorded | 8h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€26Checked Oct 311h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€36Reading date not recorded8h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bodrum to Istanbul: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bodrum-Milas Airport → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
Pegasus Airlines·1h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
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.
- Wed, Nov 4€26Cheapest found
- Thu, Nov 5€26Cheapest found
- Fri, Nov 6€27
- Sat, Nov 7€27
- Sun, Nov 8€36
- Mon, Nov 9€26Cheapest found
- Tue, Nov 10€27
- Wed, Nov 11€30
- Thu, Nov 12€27
- Fri, Nov 13€30
- Sat, Nov 14€30
- Sun, Nov 15€30
- Mon, Nov 16€36
- Tue, Nov 17€36
- Fri, Nov 27€30
- Sat, Nov 28€30
- Sun, Nov 29€30
- Mon, Nov 30€30
- Tue, Dec 1€30
- Wed, Dec 2€36
- Thu, Dec 3€36
Cheapest flight fare by month, Bodrum to Istanbul
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €23 | |
| December 2026 | €23 | |
| January 2027 | €27 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Bodrum to Istanbul
Balikesir Uludag, Metro Turizm, Villa Seyahat runs 14 scheduled departures a day, the first at 04:00 and the last at 23:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balikesir Uludag, Metro Turizm, Villa Seyahatbus | 14 | 04:00 | 23:30 |
| FlixBusbus | 5 | 07:00 | 20:00 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 4 | 07:00 | 20:00 |
| Metro Turizmbus | 12 | — | — |
All departures Balikesir Uludag, Metro Turizm, Villa Seyahat
- 04:00
- 06:00
- 09:00
- 10:00
- 10:30
- 11:30
- 13:00
- 14:00
- 17:00
- 17:30
- 19:00
- 20:00
- 21:00
- 23:30
All departures FlixBus
- 07:00
- 10:00
- 14:00
- 17:00
- 20:00
All departures Kamil Koç
- 07:00
- 10:00
- 17:00
- 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
Pegasus AirlinesBodrum-Milas Airport-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Metro TurizmBodrum-İstanbul DudulluBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, Metro Turizm; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bodrum to Istanbul works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 2 November 2026. Start with a PC flight from Bodrum to Istanbul, about 1h 20m. In total it's roughly €26 over 1h 20m, direct, no transfers.
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Bodrum to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bodrum to Istanbul?
Routavio's route check on 2 November 2026 times the flight itself at about 1h 20m; the most useful option is a flight. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Bodrum to Istanbul?
The first bus with Balikesir Uludag, Metro Turizm, Villa Seyahat leaves at 04:00 and the last at 23:30, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Bodrum to Istanbul?
Routavio's timetable check shows 14 bus departures a day with Balikesir Uludag, Metro Turizm, Villa Seyahat, between 04:00 and 23:30.
How far is Istanbul from Bodrum?
About 440 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bodrum to Istanbul cost?
Routavio checked the upcoming dates, and the cheapest fare ranged from €26 to €36. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Bodrum to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option Routavio found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 20m.
How long is the flight from Bodrum to Istanbul?
Routavio times the flight itself at about 1h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bodrum and Istanbul?
Bodrum is BJV and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written BJV to SAW.
Which operators run Bodrum to Istanbul?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, Metro Turizm.
Can you get from Bodrum to Istanbul without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 8h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bodrum to Istanbul?
Routavio's comparison usually points to 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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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Pegasus Airlines, Metro Turizm
Route calculated: 2 Nov 2026
Prices checked: 31 Oct 2026