Zaventem to Pendik, Istanbul (BRU–SAW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BRU–SAW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Valuair leads the route. The flight covers 1,370 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VF Valuair | 13 | 32Q, 73H | 3h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Pendik, Istanbul from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→SAW | CRL→SAW | EIN→SAW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 30 mi | 54 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | 18 | 4 |
| Flight time | 3h 25m | 3h 20m | 3h 20m |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CEST · SAW: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 7:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul.
Belgian passport holders enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No eVisa or prior authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 60 days beyond the intended stay. Proof of onward travel may be requested at the border.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
BRU–SAW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BRU to SAW
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) are connected by nonstop service from Valuair. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BRU to SAW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BRU to SAW is about 3 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,370 miles (2,204 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 26 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Vienna, Václav Havel and Budapest Liszt Ferenc. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Charleroi (CRL), Eindhoven (EIN) and Rotterdam (RTM).