Berlin to Pendik, Istanbul (BER–SAW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BER–SAW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Pegasus and Valuair lead the route. The flight covers 1,086 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 64 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Pegasus | 24 | 321 | 2h50-3h32 | – | – | – |
| VF Valuair | 14 | 32N, 7M8 | 2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BER: CEST · SAW: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Berlin, it's 7:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul.
German passport holders enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry. No eVisa, no fee, no advance registration needed. You get stamped in at the border and that is it.
The 90-in-180 rule is strictly enforced. Turkey counts all entries cumulatively. If you spend 90 days and leave, you must stay out for 90 days before returning. Overstaying results in a fine and potential entry ban. For longer stays, apply for a residence permit within the first 90 days through the e-ikamet system at e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr.
The Airport Express (FEX) train runs non-stop from Berlin Hauptbahnhof and Ostbahnhof to BER in 30 minutes (€3.80 with ABC zone ticket, or included in Berlin day passes). S-Bahn S9 also connects the airport to central Berlin with stops, taking about 45–50 minutes for the same fare.Taxis from Mitte cost €40–55 (35–50 min). Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. The A113 motorway provides direct access from the city ring. Parking from €10/day in the P4/P5 lots with terminal walkway. BER opened in 2020 after years of delays; infrastructure is new and well-organized.
BER–SAW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BER to SAW
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) are connected by nonstop service from Pegasus and Valuair. With 38 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BER to SAW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BER to SAW ranges from 2 hours 50 minutes to 3 hours 32 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,086 miles (1,748 km). There are approximately 38 weekly flights outbound and 38 return, totaling 76 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
64 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via NCE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.