With its rich history and captivating beauty, Samsun provides a unique urban experience. Turkish Airlines operates daily flights from Istanbul to Samsun; Turkish Airlines’ flights depart from Istanbul Airport (IST).
Istanbul - Samsun flights from TRY5,365*
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Departure: Istanbul
Connecting the continents of Asia and Europe, Istanbul has been the subject of visual and verbal art for centuries, with the shimmering Bosphorus as the focus. The strait, providing a passage for the Black Sea to flow into the Marmara, features splendid suspension bridges, along with majestic fortresses, parks and forests on both shores, while the city itself is an exemplar around the world for its developed and new infrastructure. Both a business and tourism hub, Istanbul has two busy airports.
Arrival: Samsun
Samsun is a popular destination for both domestic and foreign tourists seeking the sea and sun during the summer months. The area’s magnificent nature and beauty provides the ideal backdrop for cultural and outdoor activities throughout the year. A vibrant Black Sea city, Samsun is one of the country's important economic centers, with growing industry and agricultural activities in its fertile lands.

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View current Istanbul – Samsun flight ticket fares to find the flight that’s best for you. Whether you’re flying for business or for leisure, you’ll enjoy a safe, comfortable trip with the exceptional service standards offered by Turkish Airlines.
From | To | Fare Type | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Fri, October 16 - Wed, October 21 | From TRY5,715 Last update 1 day ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Wed, September 23 - Mon, September 28 | From TRY6,015 Last update 1 day ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Wed, October 28 - Sun, November 01 | From TRY6,365 Last update 1 day ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Thu, September 24 - Sun, September 27 | From TRY6,715 Last update 1 day ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Thu, September 17 - Sun, September 20 | From TRY6,715 Last update 1 day ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Mon, September 21 - Sun, September 27 | From TRY7,065 Last update 23 hrs ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Tue, October 27 - Sat, October 31 | From TRY5,365 Last update 20 hrs ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Fri, September 18 - Thu, September 24 | From TRY5,415 Last update 2 hrs ago |
Airport information

Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is in Arnavutköy, on the city's European side. After your flight lands, you have several transportation options for reaching the city center. The HAVAİST bus service connects the airport with numerous city destinations, as do IETT buses numbered H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8. Buses can be found on the -2 transportation floor. The M11 metro line operates between Gayrettepe station and Istanbul Airport; taxis, of course, are available at the airport 24/7.
Samsun Çarşamba Airport (SZF)
Samsun Çarşamba Airport is in the Çarşamba district of Samsun, around 30 kilometers from the city center. BAFAŞ shuttles and HAVAŞ buses operate between the airport and the city center, as do airport taxis.
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