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Cheap Flights from Trabzon (TZX) to Istanbul (ISTA)

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Istanbul.$108 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Trabzon on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Trabzon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $108, select.
Istanbul.$115 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb, returning Sun, 22 Feb.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Trabzon on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Trabzon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $115, select.
Istanbul.$115 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Jan, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Trabzon on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Trabzon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $115, select.
Istanbul.$124 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Trabzon on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Trabzon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.
Istanbul.$124 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Trabzon on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Trabzon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.
Istanbul.$131 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Trabzon on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Trabzon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $131, select.
Istanbul.$131 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan, returning Tue, 13 Jan.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Trabzon on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Trabzon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $131, select.
Istanbul.$138 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Trabzon on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Trabzon.Price includes taxes and charges.From $138, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Trabzon to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Trabzon to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Aug
from $176
Sep
from $124
Oct
from $108
Nov
from $124
Dec
from $138
Jan
from $131
Feb
from $115
Mar
from $188
Apr
from $217
May
from $179
Jun
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Jul
from $217

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Trabzon to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$107
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week193

Finding cheap flights from Trabzon to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Trabzon to Istanbul is $108. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Trabzon to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Flynas fly direct from Trabzon to Istanbul.
As of August 2025, there are 193 flights per week flying from Trabzon to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Trabzon to Istanbul is usually October.
If you're flying from Trabzon Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $108.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In August, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, AJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul is 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Trabzon (the location of Trabzon Airport).

  • With 61 flights a week between the two airports, Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the busiest route. AJet operates the earliest flight at 03:40. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from TZX to SAW is with AJet at 23:45.

  • To avoid rushing for your TZX to Istanbul flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Trabzon Airport to Istanbul ticket. Begin your journey at TZX and end it at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • You'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, such as:

  • To reach TZX from central Trabzon, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near TZX:

  • 86.13% of flights leaving Trabzon Airport reach their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from TZX.

How to find the cheapest flights from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Istanbul

  • $53 is currently the best price for a one-way Trabzon Airport to Istanbul flight. Return flight tickets start at $108. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from TZX to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your Trabzon Airport to Istanbul ticket.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from TZX to Istanbul.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:

  • Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from TZX to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Following your flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some great places to drop your things at near SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your TZX to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Travel to Istanbul in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Lock in a Trabzon Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from TZX to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Trabzon Airport to Istanbul, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Trabzon to Istanbul

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