How to get from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa
- 943 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 40m
- 17 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 40m
direct
Flight
€35
Ground only
20h
direct
Bus
€43
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 10 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 40m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 943 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 10, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
943 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €35Checked Oct 10 | 1h 40mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €43Older observation | 20hdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€35Checked Oct 101h 40m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€43Older observation20h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Istanbul to Şanlıurfa: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Sabiha Gökçen Airport → Şanlıurfa GAP Airportflight
Pegasus Airlines·1h 40m
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.
Departures from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa
FlixBus runs 17 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:15 and the last at 23:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 17 | 01:15 | 23:50 |
| Siirt Baykan Jet Turizm, Metro Turizm, Siirt Kurtalan Ekspresbus | 55 | — | — |
All departuresFlixBus
- 01:15
- 10:50
- 12:15
- 13:30
- 13:50
- 15:15
- 17:21
- 18:46
- 19:50
- 20:01
- 20:21
- 20:50
- 21:15
- 21:46
- 22:15
- 23:30
- 23:50
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 AirlinesSabiha Gökçen Airport-Şanlıurfa GAP AirportSee live options and dates →12GoIstanbul-ŞanlıurfaBook →On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, 12Go; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa works
Start with a PC flight from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa, about 1h 40m. In total it's roughly €35 over 1h 40m, direct, no transfers.
Istanbul to Şanlıurfa: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 40m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 01:15 and the last at 23:50, from İstanbul Alibeyköy, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa?
17 a day with FlixBus, between 01:15 and 23:50.
Which station does the bus from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa leave from?
İstanbul Alibeyköy with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Şanlıurfa from Istanbul?
About 943 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Şanlıurfa cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €35 to €67. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 40m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa?
About 1h 40m, 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 Şanlıurfa?
Istanbul is SAW and Şanlıurfa is GNY, so this route is usually written SAW to GNY.
Which operators run Istanbul to Şanlıurfa?
On this route you travel with Pegasus Airlines, 12Go.
Can you get from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 20h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Şanlıurfa?
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: Pegasus Airlines
Route calculated: 10 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 10 Oct 2026