How to get from Istanbul to Rize
- 993 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 16h
- 16 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 45m
direct
Flight
€33
Cheapest
1h 50m
direct
Flight
€31
Ground only
16h
direct
Bus
€34
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Rize. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 50m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 993 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
993 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €27Checked Sep 19 | 1h 50mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €34Reading date not recorded | 16hdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€27Checked Sep 191h 50m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€34Reading date not recorded16h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Rize: 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 → Rize–Artvin Airportflight
AJet·1h 50m
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, Istanbul to Rize
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€27Departures from Istanbul to Rize
FlixBus runs 16 scheduled departures a day, the first at 08:21 and the last at 19:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 16 | 08:21 | 19:45 |
| Metro Turizmbus | 17 | — | — |
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
AJetSabiha Gökçen Airport-Rize–Artvin AirportSee live options and dates →
Pegasus AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Rize–Artvin AirportSee live options and dates →
Metro Turizmİstanbul Dudullu-RizeBook →On this route you travel with AJet, Pegasus Airlines, Metro Turizm; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Rize works
Start with a VF flight from Istanbul to Rize, about 1h 50m. In total it's roughly €31 over 1h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Rize: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Rize?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Istanbul to Rize?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 08:21 and the last at 19:45, from İstanbul Alibeyköy, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Istanbul to Rize?
16 a day with FlixBus, between 08:21 and 19:45.
Which station does the bus from Istanbul to Rize leave from?
İstanbul Alibeyköy with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Rize from Istanbul?
About 993 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Rize cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €31 to €43. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Rize?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 50m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Rize?
About 1h 50m, 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 Rize?
Istanbul is SAW and Rize is RZV, so this route is usually written SAW to RZV.
Which operators run Istanbul to Rize?
On this route you travel with AJet, Pegasus Airlines, Metro Turizm.
Can you get from Istanbul to Rize without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 16h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Rize?
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: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 25 Sep 2026