How to get from İzmir to Istanbul
- 334 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 10m
- 53 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 10m
direct
Flight
€24
Cheapest
4h 46m
direct
Bus
€20
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 30 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from İzmir to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 10m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 334 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 €20, on Sun, Sep 20.
This fare comes from a search on September 23, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
334 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €23Checked Sep 30 | 1h 10mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €28Omio catalogue, Oct 1 | 4h 46mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€23Checked Sep 301h 10m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€28Omio catalogue, Oct 14h 46m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
İzmir to Istanbul: 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.
- 1İzmir Adnan Menderes → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
AJet·1h 10m
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, İzmir to Istanbul
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€23November 2026
€25Departures from İzmir to Istanbul
FlixBus runs 53 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:45 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 53 | 00:45 | 23:59 |
| Metro Turizmbus | 24 | — | — |
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
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 6h 10m€28Book
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Oct 1
Operators seen on these journeys
AJetİzmir Adnan Menderes-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →
Metro Turizmİzmir Otogar Tesis-İstanbul DudulluBook →On this route you travel with AJet, Metro Turizm; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from İzmir to Istanbul works
Start with a AJet flight from İzmir to Istanbul, about 1h 10m. In total it's roughly €24 over 1h 10m, direct, no transfers.
İzmir to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from İzmir to Istanbul?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 10m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from İzmir to Istanbul?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:45 and the last at 23:59, from İzmir Otogar Tesis, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from İzmir to Istanbul?
53 a day with FlixBus, between 00:45 and 23:59.
Which station does the bus from İzmir to Istanbul leave from?
İzmir Otogar Tesis with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Istanbul from İzmir?
About 334 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does İzmir to Istanbul cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €24. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from İzmir to Istanbul?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 10m.
How long is the flight from İzmir to Istanbul?
About 1h 10m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for İzmir and Istanbul?
İzmir is ADB and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written ADB to SAW.
Which operators run İzmir to Istanbul?
On this route you travel with AJet, Metro Turizm.
Can you get from İzmir to Istanbul without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h 46m.
What is the cheapest way to get from İzmir to Istanbul?
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: 30 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 23 Sep 2026