Cheap flights from Nikolayev to Istanbul from £27

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Fri, May 8
Iași IASIstanbul IST
£27
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Wed, May 6
Iași IASIstanbul IST
£27
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Direct
Mon, May 4
Iași IASIstanbul IST
£29
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1 stop
Fri, May 8
Iași IASIstanbul SAW
£86
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1 stop
Thu, May 7
Iași IASIstanbul SAW
£86
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Sat, May 9
Iași IASIstanbul SAW
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Wed, May 6 – Sat, May 9
Iași IASIstanbul IST
£55
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Mon, May 4 – Sat, May 9
Iași IASIstanbul IST
£57
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Mon, May 4 – Thu, May 7
Iași IASIstanbul IST
£63
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Mon, May 4 – Thu, May 7
Iași IASIstanbul IST
£112
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Mon, May 4 – Fri, May 8
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Mon, May 4 – Wed, May 6
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How much do flights to Istanbul cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£27

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£76

Cheapest round-trip

£55

Average round-trip

£242

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Getting from Istanbul airports to the city center

Fastest options: Metro and Havaist bus from IST, Havabus from SAW. Best value: public buses and metro connections.

Istanbul is served by two major airports, each offering a variety of airport transfers to city center destinations. Istanbul Airport (IST) lies 35 km northwest of central Istanbul, while Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) is located 40 km southeast on the Asian side. Transport options include metro, airport buses, public buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, and private transfers. Journey times and costs vary depending on the airport, time of day, and traffic conditions, which can be significant in this bustling metropolis.

From Istanbul Airport (IST)

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

24-30 min

₺23-₺35 (Istanbulkart fare; transfers extra (~$0.70–1.00 USD))

every 6–10 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers to European side

60-120 min

₺180-₺250 (varies by destination (~$5–7 USD))

every 20–60 min (traffic dependent)

direct to Taksim or Sultanahmet

40-90 min

₺800-₺1,500 (metered; varies by traffic (~$22–42 USD))

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

40-90 min

₺1,200-₺2,500 (pre-booked; fixed price (~$33–70 USD))

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups or late arrivals

From Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

60-120 min

₺150-₺200 (varies by destination (~$4–6 USD))

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

direct to Taksim or Kadıköy

60-90 min

₺17-₺25 (Istanbulkart fare (~$0.50–0.70 USD))

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

45-100 min

₺700-₺1,400 (metered; varies by traffic (~$20–40 USD))

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door to Asian side

45-100 min

₺650-₺1,300 (app-based; varies by demand (~$18–36 USD))

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

cashless payment option

Notes:

  • Prices in TRY; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Istanbulkart is required for metro and public buses; cards available at airport stations and kiosks.
  • Istanbul traffic can be severe, especially during rush hours. Allow extra time for road-based transport.
  • Taxis are metered; ensure the meter is running. Ride-hailing prices vary with demand.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Istanbul

Depart from
Mykolaiv Bus Station
Arrive to
Sabiha Gökçen International
Average flights per week
20
Flight distance
691 km
Worth visiting
Blue Mosque, Istanbul - Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia) - Topkapi Palace

Check-in for a flight from Nikolayev to Istanbul

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Motor SichMSIM9Yes
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo
PegasusPGTPCNo
Wizz AirWZZW6No
RyanairRYRFRNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Istanbul

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January9°C5°C
February9°C5°C
March11°C7°C
April15°C9°C
May20°C14°C
June25°C19°C
July28°C22°C
August28°C23°C
September25°C20°C
October19°C15°C
November15°C12°C
December11°C8°C
Hottest Month
28°C
July
Coldest month
5°C
January
Sunny days
305
days per year
Snow days
2
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
25 Apr
19°C11°C
2 May
89%
14°C9°C
Sunday
26 Apr
19°C12°C
3 May
78%
15°C9°C
Monday
27 Apr
15°C10°C
4 May
83%
13°C9°C
Tuesday
28 Apr
14°C9°C
5 May
89%
15°C9°C
Wednesday
29 Apr
17°C8°C
6 May
18°C10°C
Thursday
30 Apr
89%
16°C10°C
7 May
19°C11°C
Friday
1 May
71%
14°C9°C
8 May
19°C12°C
Travelers usually depart from Mykolaiv Bus Station, or Mykolaiv International Airport when they travel from Nikolayev to Istanbul. Book your trip to arrive at Sabiha Gökçen International, Istanbul Airport, Istanbul - Esenler Otogarı, Istanbul Bus Station, or Istanbul - Alibeyköy. The distance between Nikolayev and Istanbul is 691 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Motor Sich, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Wizz Air, and Ryanair. Nikolayev and Istanbul have 20 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Istanbul, consider visiting Blue Mosque, Istanbul, Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia), and Topkapi Palace.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Nikolayev to Istanbul?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Nikolayev and Istanbul takes around 1.8 hours.
What is the flight distance between Nikolayev and Istanbul?
The flight distance between Nikolayev and Istanbul is 691 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Nikolayev and Istanbul?
Several carriers operate flights between Nikolayev and Istanbul. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Turkish Airlines.
What airports are near Istanbul?
The main airport in Istanbul is Istanbul Airport. It is also served by Anadolu, Yenişehir.
Which airlines fly between Nikolayev and Istanbul?
Currently, you can fly between Nikolayev and Istanbul with Motor Sich, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, Wizz Air, Ryanair.
When’s the best time to travel between Nikolayev and Istanbul?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Nikolayev and Istanbul, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Nikolayev and Istanbul?
Traveling between Nikolayev and Istanbul, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Istanbul?
There are a number of airports in and around Istanbul. The main one is Istanbul Airport and other nearby airports include Anadolu, Yenişehir.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Nikolayev and Istanbul depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Nikolayev, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Nikolayev and Istanbul arrive?
What time do flights between Nikolayev and Istanbul depart?
What time do flights between Nikolayev and Istanbul arrive?

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