How to travel from Madrid to Istanbul

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Travel Information from Madrid to Istanbul

distanceDistance1696 miles (2736 km)
modeAvailable travel modesFlight
fastestFastest modeFlight • $174 (€151) • 4 h 30 min
carriersPopular travel companiespegasus

Take a flight to travel 1696 miles (2736 km) between Madrid and Istanbul. Pegasus is the main travel company operating this trip. Travelers can even take a direct flight from Madrid to Istanbul.

FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Istanbul

FAQs: 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 Madrid to Istanbul.
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International travel from Madrid, Spain to Istanbul, Turkey is: Unrestricted.

Can I enter Turkey if coming from Spain?

Entry into Turkey is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Spain.

Am I required to self-quarantine upon arrival to Istanbul if traveling from Madrid?

Conditions of entry:

  • There are no current restrictions

What measures do I need to follow in Istanbul, Turkey due to the pandemic?

All travelers in Turkey must observe the following coronavirus safety measures:

  • Social distance: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 5/25/23; however, this can change before your date of travel so please make sure to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your upcoming trip from Madrid to Istanbul.

Return travel to Madrid, Spain from Turkey is: Unrestricted.

Are there any travel restrictions on reentering Spain from Turkey?

Entry into Spain is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Turkey.

Are there requirements to self-quarantine on arrival into Spain from Turkey?

Requirements for reentering Spain:

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the requirements for social distancing and wearing face masks in Spain?

All travelers must abide by the following measures in Spain to reduce the spread of coronavirus in the country:

  • Social distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face masks: Recommended

The above information about your return travel to Madrid, Spain was last verified on 5/17/23. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to your planned date of travel to Madrid from Istanbul.

Travel Madrid to Istanbul by flight.

Traveling by flight is also the quickest way from Madrid to Istanbul. It takes on average 4 h 30 min   to travel this journey.

You should expect to travel around 1696 miles (2736 km) between Madrid and Istanbul.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Istanbul:

  • Flights mostly leave from Madrid Barajas Airport and tend to arrive in Istanbul Airport.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Istanbul, then we'll help you find the best value travel company for you:

  • Travel with pegasus to go to Istanbul by plane. For a good deal on tickets, you can find pegasus Madrid to Istanbul tickets on Omio for $174 (€151).

Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Istanbul:

  • You can book a direct flight with Tk or pegasus.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Istanbul as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Madrid to Istanbul.

Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Istanbul often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Sofia or Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Istanbul and these popular destinations at a great price.

When planning your trip from Madrid to Istanbul, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to purchase and their prices in the next 7 days:

  • Plane tickets are costing $174 (€151) one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Madrid to Istanbul online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.

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