Flights Istanbul — Izmir

Q: How long is the flight from Istanbul to Izmir?

The average direct flight time is about 1 hour, as the distance between the cities is only 327 km.

Q: Which airlines fly this route?

The main carriers are Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet, offering the highest number of daily departures.

Q: Which airport do flights arrive at?

Flights from Istanbul arrive at Izmir's Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB).

Cheap flights Istanbul — Izmir

Below you can see the best deals on flights Istanbul — Izmir for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 23 June, from $28.

Top 10 cheap flights Istanbul — Izmir

Direct flights Istanbul — Izmir

Direct flight options for Istanbul — Izmir with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Air Serbia — travel time is 1 h 6 min.

Top 10 direct flights Istanbul — Izmir

About the Istanbul — Izmir flight

On this page, you can book flights for the Istanbul — Izmir route. The distance between the cities is 327 km, and the high frequency of flights (around 196 flights per week) makes it easy to choose a convenient departure time.

Flights are operated by airlines such as Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so we recommend using the price trend chart and low price calendar. We also suggest checking in advance how to get to the departure airport and from Izmir airport to the city center.

Return route:return route: flights Izmir → Istanbul

Flight schedule Istanbul — Izmir

The table shows direct flights Istanbul → Izmir on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, AJet and Air Serbia. Departures from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport airports, arrivals at Izmir Adnan Menderes 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.

Today

Any time

Departure time

Flight

Terminal and gate

Status

Flight ticket prices by day: Istanbul — Izmir

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Istanbul — Izmir by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $28 in r, and the most expensive are around $271 in a. 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.

Prices by month

Istanbul → Izmir, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$52	low	May	$64	medium	Sep	$64	medium
Feb	$52	low	Jun	$71	high	Oct	$60	medium
Mar	$56	medium	Jul	$75	high	Nov	$55	low
Apr	$59	medium	Aug	$75	high	Dec	$57	medium

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The warmest months in Izmir are July and August, when average highs reach 34.1°C. January is considered the rainiest month, characterized by frequent precipitation and daytime temperatures around 11.6°C.

The lowest airfares were recorded in July — $29, and June — $30. The most expensive time to fly is spring: in May, prices start $272.

The best time to visit is June, which offers pleasant weather and some of the lowest ticket prices. It's best to avoid the period from November to January due to the peak of the rainy season.

Temperature · Izmir

Dry and wet days · Izmir

Wind speed and direction · Izmir

We'll let you know if you need a visa

Enter your destination or

Your nationality

Destination

How to get the best deal on a Istanbul — Izmir ticket

Thanks to the high frequency of flights (about 196 per week), you can find great deals on this route even 7–10 days before departure.
Compare offers from low-cost carriers Pegasus Airlines and AJet with Turkish Airlines fares: the price difference often exceeds $20.
Check departures from both Istanbul airports (IST and SAW), as ticket prices to Izmir may vary depending on the chosen hub.
Use the low price calendar on this page to catch fares $29, which are most common during the summer months.

Airlines

Around 18 airlines operate on the Istanbul — Izmir air route, including key carriers Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet. Most flights are direct, ensuring a high frequency of departures throughout the week. You can find more detailed information on departure times and available flight options in the list below.

Turkish AirlinesTK
72x/week
WebsiteFleet: 49283.4M pax/year
- Direct flight IST → ADB72x/week
  Duration
  1h 11m
  Days
  un,MonS
36.7%Open →
Pegasus AirlinesPC
65x/week
WebsiteFleet: 11031.9M pax/year
- Direct flight SAW → ADB53x/week
  Duration
  1h 10m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight IST → ADB13x/week
  Duration
  1h 5m
  Days
  un,MonS
33.3%Open →
AJetVF
41x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8520M pax/year
- Direct flight SAW → ADB41x/week
  Duration
  1h 10m
  Days
  un,MonS
20.9%Open →
Air SerbiaJU
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 294.2M pax/year
- Direct flight IST → ADB3x/week
  Duration
  1h 6m
  Days
  un,MonS
1.7%Open →
FlynasXY
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 6411.1M pax/year
- Direct flight SAW → ADB3x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.5%Open →
ITA AIRWAYSAZ
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8515M pax/year
- Direct flight SAW → ADB2x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.0%Open →
Air AlgerieAH
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 567.2M pax/year
- Direct flight IST → ADB2x/week
  Duration
  1h 6m
  Days
  un,MonS
0.9%Open →
Singapore AirlinesSQ
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 16325M pax/year
- Direct flight IST → ADB1x/week
0.5%Open →
LOT Polish AirlinesLO
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 8610.7M pax/year
- Direct flight IST → ADB1x/week
0.5%Open →
Royal Air MarocAT
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 507.5M pax/year
- Direct flight IST → ADB1x/week
  Duration
  1h 6m
  Days
  un,MonS
0.5%Open →
TAP PortugalTP
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 9415.9M pax/year
- Direct flight IST → ADB1x/week
0.5%Open →
Tarom-Romanian AirRO
1x/week
WebsiteFleet: 182.3M pax/year
- Direct flight IST → ADB1x/week
0.3%Open →

Cities and airports on the Istanbul — Izmir route

Flights Istanbul — Izmir depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and arrive at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Istanbul

IST

Turkey

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Turkey

Arrival

Izmir

IZM

Turkey

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Turkey

Departure airports

Istanbul AirportIST
About the airport
Sabiha Gokcen International AirportSAW
About the airport

Arrival airports

Izmir Adnan Menderes AirportADB
About the airport

Interesting articles about Izmir

View all

Travel Ideas

Turkish Resorts: Where to go, which beaches to choose

Turkey is good at any time of the year. Besides swimming and sunbathing in summer, people come here for its rich history in other seasons too. If you are still interested in a beach holiday, the seaso…

Interesting

Yacht rental in Turkey instead of a hotel stay

Prepare your yacht in winter. Why a yacht ? Because it's a new, unconventional, and very exciting way to see the familiar shores of Turkey from an unusual perspective. This country is too strongly ass…

Interesting

Real Stories: How Quarantine is Going in Other Countries

You can't see the world sitting at home, but it's so interesting what's happening abroad! We've collected several stories from residents of other countries about quarantine. In general, conditions are…

Travel Ideas

Lycian Way: what to see, when to go

Turkey can be five-star, "all-inclusive," with water parks and entertainers. It can be Istanbul-style, with cats, simit for breakfast, and bazaars for the rest of the day. But there's also a third kin…

Travel Ideas

Istanbul Stopover: What to See in the City in One Day

In the 'Stopover' section, we tell you how to spend time in a transit city — wisely and without suffering at the airport. The first issue is about Istanbul, which is popular nowadays. Columnist Ekater…

Interesting

What to bring from Turkey

It is known that from India you should bring spices, from Germany — beer, and from the Netherlands — clogs. If, out of all the options for where to go abroad for a seaside vacation , you chose the cou…

View all

Frequently asked questions about the Istanbul — Izmir flight

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Izmir?

The average direct flight time is about 1 hour, as the distance between the cities is only 327 km.

Which airlines fly this route?

The main carriers are Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet, offering the highest number of daily departures.

Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Izmir?

Yes, there is a high-frequency direct flight connection between the cities, with up to 28 flights per day.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Prices are dynamic and seasonal. You can find the current minimum for this year in the low price calendar on this page.

Is a visa required for Russian citizens?

Russian citizens do not need a visa to visit Turkey for tourism purposes, provided the stay does not exceed 60 days.

Which airport do flights arrive at?

Flights from Istanbul arrive at Izmir's Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB).

Where else you can fly from Istanbul

Where else you can fly to Izmir from

Popular routes

Where travelers fly most — pick a route and check prices