Istanbul to Sinop (IST–NOP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Istanbul to Sinop
Route information for IST to NOP.
331 mi

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Travel Essentials

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Time Difference
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Sinop is 0 hours the same as Istanbul.
IST: +03 · NOP: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Sinop.
Distance & Flight Time
331 mi / 533 km
Getting to IST

Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.

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IST–NOP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Sinop route.
Route details
Distance331 mi / 533 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: NOP
Full nameSinop Airport
IATA / ICAONOP / LTCM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Elevation20 ft / 6 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to NOP flights.
Yes, return flights from NOP to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Flight time is about 1 hour 10 minutes on the 480 km sector. Sinop Airport sits at sea level on the Black Sea coast, on Turkey's northernmost point. The approach comes in over the sea, which can be turbulent in winter storms.
Turkish Airlines operates the route from Istanbul Airport. Frequency is typically a few flights per week, not daily. AnadoluJet branding appears on most departures. The airport has a short runway that limits aircraft size to narrowbodies. Winter schedules may be reduced further.
Sinop Airport is about 8 km south of the town center on the isthmus connecting the Boztepe peninsula to the mainland. The drive takes 10 to 15 minutes. Taxis meet arriving flights. Sinop is a small city, so most destinations are within a short ride.
Sinop is the birthplace of the philosopher Diogenes. The city occupies a peninsula on the Black Sea and has a well-preserved fortress, a historic prison that is now a museum, and a fishing harbor. The beaches on Boztepe peninsula and along the coast to the east draw summer visitors. Sinop is often called the happiest city in Turkey based on quality-of-life surveys.
The drive from Istanbul to Sinop takes 6 to 7 hours, mostly along the coast road once you pass Samsun territory. Bus services run the route in 7 to 8 hours. The coastal drive through Kastamonu province is scenic but slow on two-lane roads. Flying saves most of a day, but the limited schedule means planning around specific departure days.

Istanbul to Sinop

Istanbul to Sinop covers 480 km with a flight time of about 1 hour 10 minutes. Turkish Airlines serves the route from Istanbul Airport a few times per week. Sinop sits on Turkey's northernmost peninsula, jutting into the Black Sea. The airport is 8 km from the town center with taxi connections.

Sinop is a small coastal city with a fortress, a converted-prison museum, and a laid-back atmosphere that contrasts with Turkey's busier resort towns. Summer brings domestic beach tourism to the surrounding coastline. The limited flight schedule reflects the city's modest traffic volumes. The ground alternative is a 6 to 7 hour drive through the Black Sea interior. For visitors who can align with the flight schedule, air service replaces a long day on winding mountain roads.