Cheap flights from Kayseri to Istanbul
Pegasus and Ajet operate direct flights from Kayseri's Erkilet airport to Istanbul, while Turkish Airlines offers connections through its hub. You can find dated fares and a price calendar for these routes to help you compare options. Both destinations have multiple airports in Istanbul, so you'll need to decide which works best for your journey.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 29 Nov 2026 | from $30 | Search 29 Nov 2026 | |
| direct | — | 20 Dec 2026 | from $30 | Search 20 Dec 2026 | |
| direct | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1 Jan 2027 | from $37 | Search 1 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 27 Dec 2026 | from $88 | Search 27 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 2 Nov 2026 | from $92 | Search 2 Nov 2026 | |
| direct | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 2 Dec 2026 | from $776 | Search 2 Dec 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 31 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: November — from $30.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | from $163 | 31 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $30 | 29 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $30 | 20 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $35 | 2 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $33 | 10 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $43 | 26 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $478 | 2 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $65 | 26 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $478 | 5 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $57 | 25 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $87 | 2 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $55 | 14 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Kayseri | Erkilet ASR | 0 km |
| Istanbul | Istanbul Airport IST | 33 km |
| Istanbul | Sabiha Gokcen SAW | 33 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
November is the cheapest month on this route and flights run throughout the rest of the year. You can compare dated fares across October through September to see price variations. Weekend departures tend to be pricier than mid-week options. Turkish holidays and school breaks create demand spikes that push prices up, so booking ahead during those periods makes sense. The route operates regularly year-round with seasonal pricing adjustments.
Airlines and what to expect
Pegasus and Ajet are the low-cost carriers offering direct flights from Kayseri to Istanbul. Turkish Airlines provides full-service connections through its hub, while Sun Express offers seasonal routes. Iberia and Air Serbia typically connect through their respective hubs rather than flying directly on this route. Low-cost fares usually include only carry-on luggage.
Arriving — Istanbul
Before landing in Istanbul, decide which airport suits your needs better. Istanbul Airport sits further from the city center and requires longer transit times. Sabiha Gokcen is closer to the Asian side of the city. Both airports have metro connections, taxis, and shuttle services available. Consider your final destination when choosing between them.
Before you go: Turkey
- Currency
- TRY (₺)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Language
- Turkish
- Emergency number
- 112, 177
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +36
- Internet domain
- .tr
- Population of Istanbul
- 15.7 M (2023)
- Time zone
- UTC+03 (Europe/Istanbul)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check Turkish entry requirements for your passport before booking.
- Verify baggage allowances on low-cost carriers like Pegasus or Ajet.
- Confirm whether connecting flights are on one ticket or separate bookings.
- Compare prices across months since November is typically the cheapest period.
- Choose your preferred Istanbul arrival airport when selecting flights.
Frequently asked questions
Kayseri – Istanbul: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for November 2026 — $30. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Kayseri – Istanbul: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Pegasus, Ajet, Turkish Airlines, Sun Express, Iberia, Air Serbia.
Kayseri – Istanbul: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Kayseri to Istanbul?
The distance is about 611 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 12 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Kayseri – Istanbul?
Kayseri: Erkilet (ASR). Istanbul: Istanbul Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).
What is the time difference between Kayseri and Istanbul?
Istanbul is in the same time zone as Kayseri.
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Istanbul — flights from other cities
| From | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antalya | Pegasus | direct | 26 Nov 2026 | from $27 |
| Bucharest | Pegasus | direct | 27 Jan 2027 | from $46 |
| Budapest | Wizz Air | direct | 19 Jan 2027 | from $48 |
| Batumi | Pegasus | direct | 2 Dec 2026 | from $82 |
| Iasi | Tarom | with a stop | 11 Dec 2026 | from $105 |
| Krakow | Air Serbia | with a stop | 22 Nov 2026 | from $119 |
| Warsaw | Aegean Airlines | with a stop | 28 Jan 2027 | from $145 |