Cheap Flights from Penza to Istanbul Starting at $161

The Penza — Istanbul route is served by multiple airlines, including S7 Airlines, Aeroflot, and Azimut. This is convenient for those who want the best balance of price, schedule, and travel conditions. Tickets start from $161, and depending on season and promotions, even better deals may appear. With our service, you can easily compare available options and book tickets that match your plans. The variety of carriers allows flexible choices and comfortable travel without overpaying.

Penza Airport (Penza Zacharovo), serving the regional city, functions mainly as a domestic and regional gateway rather than an international hub. Flights are typically operated by Russian regional and low-cost carriers, so fares can be relatively modest compared with larger international airports. The airfield lies around 12–15 km southeast of Penza city centre; road transfer by taxi or private car usually takes 20–30 minutes depending on traffic, while local buses and shuttles can take 30–45 minutes with very low fares. Pros include compact terminals and short check‑in walks, making transfers straightforward; cons can be limited service frequencies, fewer on‑site amenities and less public-transport flexibility outside peak times.

Istanbul is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) has become the city’s primary international hub, handling most long-haul and flag-carrier flights; it’s typically used by Turkish Airlines and many full-service carriers and can be perceived as mid-to-premium in price. Located about 40–50 km northwest of the historic center, transfer options include Havaist buses (roughly 60–90 minutes, fares usually moderate), taxis or ride-shares (45–75 minutes, fares higher), and city rail/bus links that vary by route. Pros: modern facilities and wide connectivity; cons: longer transfer times and larger terminal distances. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), on the Asian side, functions more as a budget and low-cost gateway for domestic and regional flights, often used by low-cost carriers and some charter operators. It sits approximately 35–45 km from central Istanbul’s European districts; travel options include Havabus or municipal buses (about 60–90 minutes at low-to-moderate fares), private shuttles, and taxis (45–70 minutes, higher cost). Pros: often cheaper fares and quicker security lines; cons: fewer long-haul connections and longer cross-Bosphorus transfers.