How to get from Istanbul to Paris
- 2252 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 3h 55m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 40m
direct
Flight
€105
Cheapest
3h 55m
direct
Flight
€68
Ground only
61h 10m
2 transfers
Train + Bus
€186
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 29 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Paris. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h 55m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 2252 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 €61, on Sat, Sep 19.
2252 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €75Checked Sep 28 | 3h 55mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €186Reading date not recorded | 61h 10m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€75Checked Sep 283h 55m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€186Reading date not recorded61h 10m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Paris: 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.
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Paris Charles de Gaulleflight
AJet·3h 55m
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
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Flight prices by day, Istanbul to Paris
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€75Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
AJetSabiha Gökçen Airport-Paris Charles de GaulleSee live options and dates →
Transavia FranceIstanbul Airport-Paris OrlySee live options and dates →
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.Istanbul-BucharestBook →
FlixBusBucharest-Reims - Champagne Ardenne, Reims - Champagne Ardenne-ParisBook →On this route you travel with AJet, Transavia France, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Paris works
Start with a AJet flight from Istanbul to Paris, about 3h 55m. In total it's roughly €68 over 3h 55m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Paris: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Paris?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h 55m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Paris from Istanbul?
About 2252 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Paris cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €68 to €186. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Paris?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 3h 55m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Paris?
About 3h 55m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Paris?
Istanbul is SAW and Paris is CDG, so this route is usually written SAW to CDG.
Which operators run Istanbul to Paris?
On this route you travel with AJet, Transavia France, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., FlixBus.
Can you get from Istanbul to Paris without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train, bus takes about 61h 10m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Paris?
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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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: AJet
Route calculated: 29 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 29 Sep 2026