On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Mersin — Istanbul route. This 677 km flight is one of the most popular directions, with approximately 120 flights operating weekly.
Flights are operated by leading Turkish carriers, including Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. Ticket prices are subject to fluctuation, so we recommend using the price dynamics chart for budget planning and checking options for getting to Mersin Airport and from Istanbul Airport in advance.
The table shows direct flights Mersin → Istanbul on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 21 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, AJet and Air Serbia. Departures from Çukurova International 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 Mersin — 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.
Mersin → Istanbul, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 311 | medium | May | AED 341 | high | Sep | AED 311 | medium |
| Feb | AED 251 | low | Jun | AED 361 | high | Oct | AED 291 | medium |
| Mar | AED 261 | low | Jul | AED 391 | high | Nov | AED 241 | low |
| Apr | AED 301 | medium | Aug | AED 381 | high | Dec | AED 351 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
According to climate data, the hottest month in Istanbul is August, with an average high of 28.8°C. The coolest and wettest weather occurs in January and December, when temperatures drop to 5.1°C and precipitation reaches its yearly peak.
Flight costs depend on seasonality and current demand. Since exact price data for selected dates is updated in real-time, we recommend tracking minimum fares through the price dynamics chart to choose the most advantageous time to buy.
May, June, or September are ideal for travel: during these months, the destination enjoys comfortable temperatures with a low risk of prolonged rain. Winter months are less favorable for flying due to a high probability of strong winds and precipitation.
About 10 airlines operate on this route, with the primary carriers being Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. Flights are mostly direct, allowing you to cover the distance between cities as quickly as possible. For detailed information on the schedule for specific days of the week, please use the interactive list of carriers below.
Flights Mersin — Istanbul depart from Çukurova International 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 677 km. A direct flight usually takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, making air travel the fastest way to travel this route.
Regular flights are operated by carriers such as Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet. A full list is available on this page in the airlines section.
Flights on this route arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), which serves as the city's main international and domestic hub.
For citizens of the Russian Federation, no visa is required for domestic flights within Turkey; it is sufficient to have the foreign passport used to enter the country.
The lowest prices are usually available when booking 2–4 weeks before departure. You can check the current prices for specific dates in the low-fare calendar above.
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