Cheap Flights from Ufa to Istanbul — $152

The Ufa — Istanbul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including Red Wings Airlines, Utair, Ural Airlines, Pobeda, Pegas Fly, Nordwind Airlines, S7 Airlines, Azimut, NordStar, 540 Ghana Ltd., Aeroflot, and Kinda Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $152. 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.

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Ufa International Airport (UFA) serves as the main air gateway for Bashkortostan and typically functions as a regional hub with some international connections. It is usually served by Russian carriers such as Aeroflot, S7 and Ural Airlines alongside several low-cost and regional operators, so fares can be competitive for domestic routes and vary more for international flights. The airport lies about 20 km northeast of Ufa city centre; travel time is commonly around 25–40 minutes by taxi or private car, while city bus and shuttle services take roughly 40–60 minutes with low fares. Pros: compact terminal, straightforward check-in and frequent domestic links; cons: limited late-night international options and occasional peak-time congestion.

Fly direct from Ufa to Istanbul for the fastest, most convenient way to connect Russia and Turkey—less hassle, no layovers, and more time to enjoy the city. While connecting options can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop flight saves hours and offers a more comfortable, stress-free journey that’s ideal for business or leisure travelers.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Ufa to Istanbul is $148 (February 2026), while the maximum is $1,266 (January 2027). On average, a ticket costs $216–$377.

Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city’s main international hub, handling most long-haul and premium carriers as well as many full-service European airlines. Located about 40–50 km northwest of the historic centre, it’s reachable by highway, Havaist airport shuttle (roughly 60–90 minutes depending on traffic) and taxis (fares can be notably higher than city transfers). The airport has extensive lounges and shopping, making it comfortable for transfers, but longer transfer times and traffic can be drawbacks. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) serves more low-cost and some regional carriers on the Asian side; it lies around 35–45 km from central Istanbul and is often perceived as more budget-friendly for ticket prices. SAW is linked by Havabus shuttles and longer metro/bus combinations (typically 60–90+ minutes) and taxis; fares tend to be lower than from IST but travel time can be longer. SAW is convenient for travelers based on the Asian shore, though fewer direct long-haul options can mean extra connections.