Istanbul to Samsun (IST–SZF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Istanbul to Samsun
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
406 mi 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IST and SZF, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to SZF.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~16h
Longest
AYT ~10h 55m ADB ~14h 20m STR ~14h 55m DUS ~15h 35m BGW ~16h 50m
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2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Samsun from Istanbul

Nearby airports with service to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport.
Metric IST→SZF SAW→SZF
Distance from IST – 40 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 12
Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) to Samsun flights
Airports within 200 miles of IST with service to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport.
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Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Samsun is 0 hours the same as Istanbul.
IST: +03 · SZF: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Samsun.
Distance & Flight Time
406 mi / 654 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.

Facts

IST–SZF Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Samsun route.
Route details
Distance406 mi / 654 km
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: SZF
Full nameSamsun-Çarşamba Airport
IATA / ICAOSZF / LTFH
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Elevation18 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to SZF flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AYT, ADB, STR, DUS and BGW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from SZF to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SAW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Flight time is 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes. Samsun-Carsamba Airport sits on the Black Sea coast about 750 km east of Istanbul. Flights route over the northern Anatolian highlands.
Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) with daily service. Pegasus Airlines operates from Sabiha Gokcen (SAW). AnadoluJet, the domestic arm of Turkish Airlines, also serves the route. Combined frequency runs 3 to 6 daily flights depending on the season.
Both Istanbul airports serve Samsun. Turkish Airlines and AnadoluJet fly from IST on the European side. Pegasus flies from SAW on the Asian side. Pick based on which side of Istanbul you are staying on. Both have similar flight times to Samsun.
Samsun-Carsamba Airport is about 23 km east of Samsun city center. The drive takes 25 to 35 minutes. Havas shuttle buses run to the city center timed to flight arrivals. Taxis are available outside the terminal. There is no rail link.
Samsun is the largest city on Turkey's Black Sea coast with a population over 1.4 million in the metro area. It is historically significant as the place where the Turkish War of Independence began in 1919. The Bandirma Museum ship and Ataturk Monument on the waterfront mark this history. The city also serves as a commercial hub for the Black Sea tobacco and hazelnut trade.

Istanbul to Samsun

Istanbul to Samsun is a domestic route covering about 750 km with flights taking under 1 hour 40 minutes. Turkish Airlines, AnadoluJet, and Pegasus Airlines all serve the route from both Istanbul airports. Daily frequency runs 3 to 6 flights, making it one of the better-served Black Sea coast routes.

Samsun is the largest city on Turkey's Black Sea coast and serves as the region's commercial center. Samsun-Carsamba Airport is 23 km from the city with shuttle bus and taxi connections. The route carries heavy commuter and family traffic between Istanbul and the central Black Sea region. Summer months see increased demand as Black Sea coast tourism picks up.