Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Varna — $94

The only airline operating direct flights from Istanbul to Varna is Turkish Airlines. Flights operate every day.

The Istanbul — Varna route is served by a wide range of airlines: 8 in total, including Turkish Airlines, Sky Express, Wizz Air, Pegasus Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Air Serbia, Wizz Air, and Valuair. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $94. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Istanbul is served primarily by two major airports with distinct roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city’s main international hub, handling long-haul and transfer traffic and hosting full-service carriers alongside some low-cost operators; fares can be mid-to-high depending on season and carrier. It sits about 35–45 km northwest of the historic center; taxis and ride-hail trips typically take 40–60 minutes (subject to traffic) and can be noticeably more expensive than public transport. Havaş buses and Metro line M11 plus airport shuttles provide 40–60 minute connections with fares usually in the low single-digit euros or equivalent. Pros: extensive flight choices and modern facilities; cons: distance and variable journey times in peak traffic. Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) functions as Istanbul’s secondary international and budget-oriented gateway, often serving low-cost and regional carriers and generally offering competitive fares for point-to-point travel. It lies on the Asian side, roughly 30–50 km from central tourist districts; airport shuttles and Havatas buses or shared transfers can take 45–70 minutes depending on traffic, while a combination of Marmaray metro and surface transport provides another option with similar durations. Taxi journeys are faster in off-peak hours but can be pricey relative to buses. Pros: frequently cheaper direct flights and less congested terminals; cons: fewer long-haul options and longer trips to some city attractions.

Varna Airport (VAR) is Bulgaria’s second‑largest international gateway, typically serving a mix of legacy carriers, European low‑cost airlines and seasonal charter operators. It’s positioned as the primary airport for the Black Sea coast, so fares can be midrange to budget‑friendly outside peak summer weeks. The airport lies about 8–10 km west of Varna city centre; taxis usually take 15–25 minutes, with fares commonly in the local currency equivalent of low two‑digit amounts, while local buses and shared shuttles can take 25–40 minutes for just a few euros. Pros include compact terminals and straightforward connections for summer tourists; cons are limited late‑night services and smaller business‑class facilities compared with major hubs.

The distance between Istanbul and Varna is 264km (164 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 41m. There are 16 direct flights from Istanbul to Varna. The time difference between Istanbul and Varna is 1h. Flights from Istanbul begin at 7:30 AM. The latest flight from Istanbul departs at 1:55 AM

The minimum one-way ticket price from Istanbul to Varna is $148 (March 2027), while the maximum is $188 (May 2027). On average, a ticket costs $167–$355.