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 TRY3,539*
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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 | Mon, March 02 - Fri, March 06 | From TRY4,273 Last update 1 day ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Fri, April 03 - Mon, April 13 | From TRY5,279 Last update 1 day ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Fri, March 06 - Tue, March 10 | From TRY4,047 Last update 5 hrs ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Fri, March 06 - Thu, March 12 | From TRY4,555 Last update 6 hrs ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Fri, April 24 - Thu, April 30 | From TRY4,995 Last update 5 hrs ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Mon, March 09 - Fri, March 13 | From TRY5,504 Last update 9 hrs ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Wed, March 04 - Sun, March 08 | From TRY3,764 Last update 16 hrs ago | |
| Istanbul (IST) | Samsun (SZF) | Round-trip / Economy | Thu, March 05 - Sun, March 08 | From TRY3,765 Last update 1 day ago |
*Fares displayed have been collected within the last 48 hours and may no longer be available at time of booking.
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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