How to travel from Antalya to Istanbul

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Compare bus and flight for Antalya to Istanbul

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Antalya to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, while a flight costs an average of $120.

Distance: 298 miles (481 km)

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$34

Average price

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$120

Average price

13h 44m

Average total duration

13h 14m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Antalya to Istanbul is a bus with an average price of $34 (€28).

This is compared to other travel options from Antalya to Istanbul:

A bus is $86 (€72) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antalya to Istanbul costing on average $120 (€100).

The fastest way to travel from Antalya to Istanbul is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Istanbul take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Antalya and Istanbul including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Antalya to Istanbul among Omio's users.

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from Antalya to Istanbul

How to get from Antalya to Istanbul by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Antalya to Istanbul is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM12h00
    Antalya, Şehir Otogarı
    10:00 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM12h00
    Antalya, Şehir Otogarı
    10:00 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • PegasusPC2019
    7:30 PM1h25
    Antalya Airport
    8:55 PMIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:59 PM12h11
    Antalya, Şehir Otogarı
    12:10 PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:01 PM12h14
    Antalya, Şehir Otogarı
    11:15 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM12h15
    Antalya, Şehir Otogarı
    10:15 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • PegasusPC2017
    3:35 PM1h25
    Antalya Airport
    5:00 PMIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • PegasusPC4089
    6:45 PM1h25
    Antalya Airport
    8:10 PMIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    $611One-way
    0 transfers
  • PegasusPC2021
    9:15 AM1h25
    Antalya Airport
    10:40 AMIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    $621One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Antalya to Istanbul

Travel to Istanbul easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antalya to Istanbul.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Antalya and Istanbul including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Antalya to Istanbul is a bus with an average price of $34 (€28).

This is compared to other travel options from Antalya to Istanbul:

A bus is $86 (€72) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antalya to Istanbul costing on average $120 (€100).

The fastest way to travel from Antalya to Istanbul is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Istanbul take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 44m.

The distance from Antalya to Istanbul is approximately 298 miles (481 km).
The average frequency per day from Antalya to Istanbul is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 17 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antalya and Istanbul as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antalya to Istanbul:
  • Flights mostly depart from Antalya Airport and arrive in Istanbul Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Antalya, Şehir Otogarı and arrive in İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antalya to Istanbul, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Pegasus, Turkish Airlines, CitizenPlane to go to Istanbul by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Istanbul by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Antalya to Istanbul with the following travel companies:
  • 26 direct flights per day with Pegasus, Turkish Airlines, CitizenPlane.
  • 17 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Antalya to Istanbul often also extend their vacation to go to Göreme, Sofia, Athens, İzmir, Thessaloniki. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Istanbul and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Istanbul to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Istanbul, you can explore vibrant markets like the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar, enjoy a scenic Bosphorus Cruise, and experience a traditional Turkish Bath. Discover historic sights such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Blue Mosque. Don't miss the atmospheric Basilica Cistern and the panoramic views from Galata Tower. For shopping and entertainment, head to Istiklal Avenue.
Three to four days are generally sufficient to explore Istanbul's key attractions, including the historic Hagia Sophia, the bustling Grand Bazaar, and a scenic Bosphorus cruise.

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