On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Antalya to Istanbul. The shortest distance between the cities is 481 km, and the high frequency of flights provides about 218 departures per week.
Flights are operated by airlines such as PC, TK, and XQ. Before your trip, we recommend checking the options for how to get to Antalya airport and how to get from Istanbul airport. Current prices for your dates are always available in the low-price calendar.
The table shows direct flights Antalya → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, AJet and Flynas. Departures from Antalya 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 Antalya — Istanbul by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 111 in r, and the most expensive are around AED 895 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. 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.
Antalya → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 191 | low | May | AED 221 | medium | Sep | AED 176 | low |
| Feb | AED 181 | low | Jun | AED 261 | high | Oct | AED 201 | medium |
| Mar | AED 186 | low | Jul | AED 291 | high | Nov | AED 181 | low |
| Apr | AED 206 | medium | Aug | AED 271 | high | Dec | AED 216 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
According to meteorological data, the warmest month in Istanbul is August with an average high of 28.8°C. The coolest and wettest period falls in January and February, when temperatures drop to 5.1°C and rainfall reaches 82 mm.
The lowest flight prices are recorded in June, starting AED 105. Peak costs occur in May, when fares can rise to AED 731 due to seasonal demand and public holidays.
June is considered the optimal time to fly: this period offers the lowest prices and pleasant travel weather. It is recommended to avoid booking for May if budget savings are a priority.
About 18 airlines operate on the Antalya — Istanbul route, with the main carriers being Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, and SunExpress. There are approximately 218 direct flights per week, providing great flexibility when planning your trip. A detailed flight schedule and information on available fares are provided in the list below.
Flights Antalya — Istanbul depart from Antalya 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 481 km, and the average direct flight takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
About 18 carriers serve the route, including Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, SunExpress, and AJET.
Yes, this is one of the most popular domestic routes in Turkey, with over 200 direct flights per week.
Russian citizens do not need a visa to visit Turkey if their stay does not exceed 60 days.
Most flights from Antalya arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).
The cost depends on the season and booking date; you can check the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.
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