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National Museum of Serbia
Serbia’s premier museum, housing archaeology, medieval art, and major European works in a restored landmark on Republic Square.
Flights from Istanbul to Belgrade depart on average 48 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $107 but you can travel from only $47 by bus.
There are 9 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 502 miles (809 km) distance in 1h 40m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 502 miles (809 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 |
Flights per day 48 |
Direct flights 9 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 12:05 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price
$364
Average price
$613
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Flights per day
36
Distance
809 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Istanbul to Belgrade is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Istanbul to Belgrade will cost around $613 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $364.
Of the 36 flights that leave Istanbul for Belgrade onTue, Aug 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 18 the direct flights cover the 809 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Tue, Aug 18 the longest flights will take 6 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RO262 · RO9213
LH1299 · LH1414
LH1743 · LH1734
RO266 · RO9213
LH1305 · LH1410
TK1081
TK1079
TK1083
RO9162 · RO9213
LH1301 · LH1414Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Belgrade among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 502 miles (809 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$274 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $194 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 14m Average total duration 14h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Belgrade:
A bus is $227 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Belgrade costing on average $274.
Other travel options to Belgrade take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 44m.
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Belgrade flights for today, Monday, August 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
JU423 | 4:40 PM Istanbul Airport | 1h40 | 5:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LO136 · LO573 | 5:30 PM Istanbul Airport | 24h05 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1301 · LH1414 | 5:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 7h00 | 11:55 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1301+ OS220 · OS721 | 5:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 17h30 | 10:25 AM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
TK1083 | 6:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1h45 | 7:40 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RO9160 · RO9213 | 6:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 22h25 | 4:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
A33151+ A3976 | 6:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 14h55 | 8:50 AM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3995 · A3976 | 8:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 12h55 | 8:50 AM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO2302 · LO3828 · LO573 | 9:25 PM Istanbul Airport | 20h10 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2302 · LO3836 · LO573 | 9:25 PM Istanbul Airport | 20h10 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ7029+ LH243 · LH1410 | 9:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 16h00 | 12:55 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ7029+ LH1873 · LH1734 | 9:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 15h35 | 12:30 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
RO266 · RO9213 | 11:15 PM Istanbul Airport | 18h05 | 4:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 18 | |||||
LH1743 · LH1734 | 3:45 AM Istanbul Airport | 9h45 | 12:30 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1305 · LH1410 | 5:40 AM Istanbul Airport | 8h15 | 12:55 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1305 · LH1412 | 5:40 AM Istanbul Airport | 11h30 | 4:10 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1305 · LH1186+ LX1416 | 5:40 AM Istanbul Airport | 9h15 | 1:55 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
RO9164 · RO9213 | 6:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 10h30 | 4:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO138 · LO573 | 7:00 AM Istanbul Airport | 10h35 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1081 | 7:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 1h40 | 8:10 AM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1869 · LH1738+ AZ7061 | 9:05 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 14h00 | 10:05 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
A33165+ A31105 | 9:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 8h20 | 5:10 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
RO262 · RO9213 | 10:15 AM Istanbul Airport | 7h05 | 4:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3991+ A31105 | 10:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 7h40 | 5:10 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO2102 · LO3906 · LO573 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 30h05 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2102 · LO3924 · LO571 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 26h50 | 1:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2102 · LO3906 · LO571 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 26h50 | 1:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2102 · LO3920 · LO571 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 26h50 | 1:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2102 · LO3910 · LO571 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 26h50 | 1:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2102 · LO3904 · LO571 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 26h50 | 1:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2102 · LO3924 · LO573 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 30h05 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2102 · LO3908 · LO573 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 30h05 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2102 · LO3904 · LO573 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 30h05 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LO2102 · LO3910 · LO573 | 11:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 30h05 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1869 · LH1738+ AZ7049 | 12:00 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 11h05 | 10:05 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
AZ7035+ LH1869 · LH1738 | 12:35 PM Istanbul Airport | 10h30 | 10:05 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
RO9162 · RO9213 | 1:15 PM Istanbul Airport | 4h05 | 4:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO134 · LO573 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 27h40 | 4:35 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO134 · LO571 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 24h25 | 1:20 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1299 · LH120 · LH1738 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 9h10 | 10:05 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1299 · LH1414 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 10h50 | 11:45 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1299 · LH116 · LH1738 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 9h10 | 10:05 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 2 transfers | |
TK1079 | 2:30 PM Istanbul Airport | 1h40 | 3:10 PM Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Serbia’s premier museum, housing archaeology, medieval art, and major European works in a restored landmark on Republic Square.
A beloved museum preserving Nikola Tesla’s legacy through documents, inventions, and live demonstrations of electrical experiments.
A modern art museum on the Ušće riverfront, noted for Yugoslav and Serbian twentieth-century art and its striking modernist building.
Belgrade’s main pedestrian street, lined with historic facades, shops, and cultural buildings, ideal for first walks through the city center.
The city’s great park around the fortress, offering promenades, monuments, river panoramas, and one of Belgrade’s classic sunset spots.
A bohemian cobbled quarter with low-rise historic houses, galleries, and live music atmosphere that reflects old Belgrade charm.
Grilled minced meat sausages, usually served with onions and flatbread. A Balkan staple found across Belgrade from kafanas to fast grills.
A flaky baked pastry filled with cheese, meat, or spinach. It is a classic Serbian bakery food eaten for breakfast or as a quick snack.
Slow-cooked bean stew, often made with onions, peppers, and sometimes smoked meat. A hearty traditional dish common in Serbian home cooking.
Fine dining restaurant focused on refined Serbian and Balkan cuisine with local ingredients and an elegant, contemporary atmosphere.
Traditional riverside restaurant known for Serbian fish dishes and old-Belgrade atmosphere. A long-established choice in Zemun.
Popular traditional restaurant in New Belgrade, known for generous Serbian specialties, grilled dishes, and a rustic tavern feel.
Belgrade is cheaper than many European capitals. Budget stays, low dining prices, and inexpensive public transit make it good value for tourists.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafes, and round up or add about 5% for taxis.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul to Belgrade by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Belgrade, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Istanbul to Belgrade flights use the Istanbul Airport to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Belgrade airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Istanbul Airport is 32 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering services from various banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Istanbul Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 7 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport is 12 km from Belgrade city centre. Public transport options include:
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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