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Cheapest return flight
£52
Typical prices: £60-£140
Turkish Airlines
Thu 13/12Thu 20/12
SZF - IST • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£26
Typical prices: £53-£74
Turkish Airlines
Sat 8/12
SZF - IST • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 1h 44m
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Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 56% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Samsun to Istanbul (SZF-IST)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Samsun to Istanbul

Sun, 13 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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09:35 - 11:20SZF  Samsun Carsamba-IST Istanbul
1h 45mdirect
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07:25 - 08:50IST  Istanbul-SZF Samsun Carsamba
1h 25mdirect
£52Turkish Airlines
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
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09:35 - 11:20SZF  Samsun Carsamba-IST Istanbul
1h 45mdirect
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19:15 - 20:45IST  Istanbul-SZF Samsun Carsamba
1h 30mdirect
£92Turkish Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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21:30 - 23:10SZF  Samsun Carsamba-IST Istanbul
1h 40mdirect
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14:05 - 15:35IST  Istanbul-SZF Samsun Carsamba
1h 30mdirect
£102Turkish Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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09:35 - 11:20SZF  Samsun Carsamba-IST Istanbul
1h 45mdirect
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14:05 - 15:35IST  Istanbul-SZF Samsun Carsamba
1h 30mdirect
£108Turkish Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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21:30 - 23:10SZF  Samsun Carsamba-IST Istanbul
1h 40mdirect
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19:15 - 20:45IST  Istanbul-SZF Samsun Carsamba
1h 30mdirect
£114Turkish Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
09:35 - 11:20SZF  Samsun Carsamba-IST Istanbul
1h 45mdirect
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07:25 - 08:50IST  Istanbul-SZF Samsun Carsamba
1h 25mdirect
£144Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Samsun to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

Return flights from Samsun to Istanbul Airport typically range from £60 to £140. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £52 on Turkish Airlines.

Key details for Samsun to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

£26
Beat the crowds with an average 89% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 104% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Samsun to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Samsun to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Samsun to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Samsun to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Samsun to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 09:35 and lands at 11:19
    • Latest: departs at 21:30 and lands at 23:14.

    The flight takes about 1h 44m.

  • How long is a flight from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    A direct flight from Samsun to Istanbul Airport takes 1h 44m, covering 405 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Samsun to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Return flights from Samsun to Istanbul Airport range from £60 to £140, with an average of £96 over the past 12 months. Anything below £60 counts as a good deal.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Samsun to Istanbul Airport flights. 92% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SunExpress and AJet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Samsun to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Samsun to Istanbul Airport flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Night flights for 33%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Samsun to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £52 to £144. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Samsun to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Samsun to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £56, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Samsun to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Samsun Carsamba (SZF) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Samsun to Istanbul Airport route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 32m.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 81% on flights from Samsun to Istanbul Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £28 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £145, a difference of £117.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Samsun to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Samsun and Istanbul Airport.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Samsun to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Samsun to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £28, about £117 less than Monday fares (81% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Samsun to Istanbul Airport trip for June. Fares historically average £42 return in that month – typically £98 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Samsun to Istanbul?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Samsun Carsamba Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Samsun Carsamba to Istanbul

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

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Thursday

Turkish Airlines

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Friday

Turkish Airlines

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Saturday

Turkish Airlines

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Sunday

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Samsun Carsamba

Monday

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Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

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Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

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Thursday

Turkish Airlines

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Friday

Turkish Airlines

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Saturday

Turkish Airlines

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Sunday

Turkish Airlines

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