Istanbul to Rize by flight + bus
This route from Istanbul to Rize is not by plane the whole way: by flight, bus it takes about 6h 17m in total, run by Pegasus Airlines, Regional connection. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €34. 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
- €90
- Total journey
- 6h 17m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- Pegasus Airlines, Regional connection
Older observation · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Alexander Kartveli Batumi International Airport
Pegasus Airlines1h 45mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Alexander Kartveli Batumi International Airport - 2Alexander Kartveli Batumi International Airport to Rize–Artvin AirportRegional connection2h 17m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Istanbul to Rize
Metro Turizm, Ali Osman Ulusoy, Luks Karadeniz runs 24 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:30 and the last at 18:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Turizm, Ali Osman Ulusoy, Luks Karadenizbus | 24 | 00:30 | 18:50 |
| FlixBusbus | 12 | 08:21 | 19:45 |
| Lüks Karadeniz Seyahatbus | 3 | 11:59 | 18:00 |
| Metro Turizmbus | 17 | — | — |
All departuresMetro Turizm, Ali Osman Ulusoy, Luks Karadeniz
- 00:30
- 11:00
- 11:01
- 11:20
- 11:21
- 11:59
- 12:00
- 12:20
- 12:45
- 13:15
- 13:16
- 13:45
- 14:00
- 14:15
- 14:20
- 15:00
- 15:25
- 15:45
- 15:55
- 16:55
- 18:00
- 18:20
- 18:30
- 18:50
All departuresFlixBus
- 08:21
- 09:46
- 10:21
- 11:01
- 11:21
- 11:46
- 12:46
- 15:20
- 16:45
- 18:00
- 18:20
- 19:45
All departuresLüks Karadeniz Seyahat
- 11:59
- 14:20
- 18:00
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.
Flight facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the flight only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Flight covers Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Alexander Kartveli Batumi International Airport. The rest of the journey is by bus.
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 | €34Reading date not recorded | 16hdirect | See Bus 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 by plane: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Rize take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus together take about 6h 17m, 1 transfer.
How much is a flight ticket from Istanbul to Rize?
The best price in our latest check was €90. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Istanbul to Rize?
Pegasus Airlines, Regional connection. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €34. The flight wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
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