On this page, you can find and book flights on the Şanlıurfa — Istanbul route. This 950 km flight is operated regularly, with an average frequency of about 26 flights per week.
Flights are served by airlines such as Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet. Before your trip, we recommend checking the information on how to get to Şanlıurfa Airport and how to get from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Sanliurfa → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 41 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, AJet, Pegasus Airlines and Flynas. Departures from Sanliurfa GAP Airport airports, arrivals at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Sanliurfa — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Sanliurfa → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 270 | low | May | AED 303 | medium | Sep | AED 303 | medium |
| Feb | AED 261 | low | Jun | AED 349 | high | Oct | AED 279 | medium |
| Mar | AED 251 | low | Jul | AED 373 | high | Nov | AED 256 | low |
| Apr | AED 279 | medium | Aug | AED 363 | high | Dec | AED 289 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, when the air warms up to 28.8°C. The coolest and rainiest period is considered to be January, with a minimum temperature of 5.1°C and a total precipitation of 82 mm, which is worth considering when choosing your travel dates.
The cost of flights from Şanlıurfa varies depending on the season and demand. Since fare data is constantly updated, we recommend using the price charts below to track the most favorable offers and budget periods for booking.
The optimal time to fly is September or October, when the weather is mild with comfortable temperatures around 20–25°C. It is best to avoid the winter months if you want to minimize the chance of precipitation and strong winds.
Several airlines operate flights from Şanlıurfa to Istanbul, with the main ones being Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. Most flights on this route are direct, ensuring a comfortable travel time with a total frequency of about 26 departures per week. A detailed schedule and route options are available in the list below: click on a carrier card to see specific days of the week and flight details.
Flights Sanliurfa — Istanbul depart from Sanliurfa GAP Airport and arrive at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is about 950 km, so a direct flight usually lasts from 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes.
Regular flights on this route are operated by Turkish Airlines (TK), Pegasus Airlines (PC), and AJet (VF).
Yes, direct service is available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination quickly and without unnecessary layovers.
Flight prices change constantly depending on the season and seat occupancy; you can always check the current minimum for your dates in the low price calendar on this page.
Flights from Şanlıurfa arrive at Istanbul's main aviation hubs — either Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).
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