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Flight deals from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,217. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 509 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 509, select.
Istanbul.R 509 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 509, select.
Istanbul.R 511 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 511, select.
Istanbul.R 824 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 824, select.
Istanbul.R 825 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 825, select.
Istanbul.R 826 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 826, select.
Istanbul.R 1,051 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,051, select.
Istanbul.R 1,051 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,051, select.
Istanbul.R 1,118 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,118, select.
Istanbul.R 1,174 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,174, select.
Istanbul.R 1,180 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Samsun Carsamba on Wed, 23 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,180, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 1,051
Aug
from R 1,051
Sep
from R 1,174
Oct
from R 509
Nov
from R 509
Dec
from R 511
Jan
from R 825
Feb
from R 826
Mar
from R 824
Apr
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May
from R 1,118
Jun
from R 1,180

Direct flights from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul

Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

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30km from central Istanbul
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Samsun to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 509
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 42 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week56

Finding cheap flights from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul is R 1,002. 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.
1 hour and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways and Singapore Airlines fly direct from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul.
As of July 2026, there are 56 flights per week flying from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport on Thursday, 8 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 42 minutes.
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.

Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Samsun Carsamba Airport (SZF) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Samsun.

  • Each week, there are 32 Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, go for the 03:40 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:45 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Your SZF to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Samsun Carsamba Airport (SZF) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Currently, R 509 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,002. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from SZF to IST by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SZF to IST.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Samsun Carsamba Airport (SZF)

  • Of the departures from Samsun Carsamba Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Samsun to Samsun Carsamba Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your flight from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a quick ride from SZF, spend the night in Park Inn by Radisson Samsun and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SZF to IST sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Samsun to Istanbul

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