Venezia (VE) to Istanbul (VCE–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
VCE–IST is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. IndiGo, Gulf Air and Turkish Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 871 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 49 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6E IndiGo | 21 | 32Q, 73H, 7M9 | 2h35-2h40 | – | – | – |
| GF Gulf Air | 14 | 32Q | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| TK Turkish Airlines | 14 | 32B, 32Q | 2h35-2h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Istanbul from Venezia (VE)
| Metric | VCE→IST | BLQ→IST |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from VCE | – | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 28m |
Travel Essentials
VCE: CET · IST: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Venezia (VE), it's 8:00 PM in Istanbul.
Italian passport holders enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. No advance application or eVisa is needed. A passport or national ID card is accepted for entry. Passport must be valid for at least 5 months beyond the intended stay.
M11 Metro to Gayrettepe takes about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart) with connections to M2 (Taksim) and M7. Runs from 5am to midnight. The metro bypasses O-7 motorway traffic, which is frequently heavy into the city.Havaist buses serve major destinations including Taksim, Kadıköy (European and Asian sides), and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (₺50–80). Taxis from arrivals are metered; insist on the meter. Journey to Sultanahmet or Taksim costs ₺400–700 depending on traffic. Rental cars available. Hotel shuttles common for business hotels near the city.
The new airport sits 35km from central Istanbul on the European side, slightly inland and exposed to Black Sea weather systems. Winters (December–March) are cold (0–8°C) with fog, rain, and occasional snow. Snow on the exposed plateau is more likely than in the city. Ice on taxiways causes delays.
Summers are warm (25–32°C) with dry, reliable weather. Spring and fall bring heavy rain and strong northerly winds (Poyraz) that can affect smaller aircraft. Fog is the primary low-season disruption risk. The airport's elevated position makes it slightly windier than the Atatürk site it replaced.
VCE–IST Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from VCE to IST
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and İstanbul Airport (IST) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo, Gulf Air and Turkish Airlines. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
VCE to IST Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from VCE to IST ranges from 2 hours 35 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 871 miles (1,402 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
49 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via BIO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bologna (BLQ).