Search Flights from Istanbul to Nicosia

Quick Flight Summary from Istanbul to Nicosia

  • Lowest recent price
    140 SAR
  • Direct flight duration 1 hour 30 min
  • Direct airlines Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, AJet
  • Arrival airports ECN
  • Best days to book Wednesday, Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    148 SAR

Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Nicosia

Cheapest Direct Flight

AJet

AJet
12 Nov, Thu
Istanbul – Nicosia
1h 35m
Non-stop
SAW–ECN

AJet

AJet
18 Nov, Wed
Istanbul – Nicosia
1h 35m
Non-stop
SAW–ECN

AJet

AJet
19 Nov, Thu
Istanbul – Nicosia
1h 35m
Non-stop
SAW–ECN

AJet

AJet
21 Nov, Sat
Istanbul – Nicosia
1h 35m
Non-stop
SAW–ECN

AJet

AJet
20 Dec, Sun
Istanbul – Nicosia
1h 35m
Non-stop
SAW–ECN
Shortest Flight

Pegasus

Pegasus
28 Nov, Sat
Istanbul – Nicosia
1h 30m
Non-stop
SAW–ECN

AJet

AJet
27 Nov, Fri
Istanbul – Nicosia
1h 35m
Non-stop
SAW–ECN

AJet

AJet
15 Nov, Sun
Istanbul – Nicosia
1h 35m
Non-stop
SAW–ECN

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines
13 Nov, Fri
Istanbul – Nicosia
1h 40m
Non-stop
IST–ECN

Last update: 12 November 2026 11:41

Direct flights from Istanbul to Nicosia

Turkish Airlines
Pegasus
AJet

Estimated Prices for Istanbul to Nicosia Flights

Cheapest Day12 November Thursday
Best Price
140 SAR
Average Price
162 SAR
223 SAR
140 SAR
140 SAR
12Thu
Nov
201 SAR
13Fri
223 SAR
14Sat
197 SAR
15Sun
140 SAR
18Wed
140 SAR
19Thu
140 SAR
21Sat
151 SAR
27Fri
150 SAR
28Sat
140 SAR
20Sun
Dec

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Istanbul City Center

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is accessible by car using the TEM highway. Take the Sabiha Gökçen Airport exit off the TEM highway and follow the signs to the airport. The airport is also accessible by city buses and Havataş shuttles. There is an outdoor parking lot and a multi-story parking lot at the airport. There are some private parking facilities located around the airport that travelers can also use.   

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic, especially during rush hour. If you plan to take a taxi to the airport we recommend checking the traffic before you leave and planning accordingly.

Havabus

Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and central locations in the city like Taksim on the European side and Kadıköy and Yenisahra on the Anatolian side. The shuttle buses provide quick and comfortable transportation to and from the airport every 30 minutes.

Marmaray

The Marmaray is a particularly convenient means of transportation for those coming from the European side of the city. Those on the European side can get on at Yenikapı, take the Marmaray to the Ayrılık Çeşmesi stop, from there get on the Kadıköy-Kartal metro to Kartal and then either take a taxi or public bus to Sabiha Gökçen Airport.

Bus

The Sabiha Gökçen Airport is also accessible by public bus.

Lines that operate between central locations in the city and the airport are as follows: E3 - 4.Levent - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E9 - Bostancı - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E10 - Kadıköy - Kurtköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E11 - Kadıköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E18 - Altunizade - Ümraniye - Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 16S - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Metrobus Uzuncayır, KM20 - Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, KM22 - Cevizli - Kartal Metro - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 132H Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

Metro

Starting in Kadikoy on the Anatolian side of the city, the metro passes through many stations like Kozyatağı, Bostancı, Küçükyalı, and Maltepe. Get off at the Kartal stop. From here you can take a bus or taxi to the airport.

Rental Cars

The airport is accessible by car, so another option is to rent a vehicle for transportation. There are many car rental agencies located in the city from which you can rent a car and drive to the airport. You can return your rental car at the airport by notifying them in advance.

Airport Information

Simit Sarayı, Center Point, Mc Donald’s, Mc D Cafe, İstanbul Cafe, Drive Inn Cafe, Burger King, Popeyes, Sbarro, Usta Dönerci, Kahve Dünyası and Starbucks are located in the departures hall. Kahve Dünyası, Secco Kafe, Usta Dönerci, Burger King, Sbarro, Mc Donald’s, Trattoria Milano, Heroes Sports Bar, Grab&Fly and Gate Café are located after passport control for international departures. Kahve Dünyası, Burger King, Mc Donald’s, Center Point, Turkish Kitchen, Kıvanç Gökçe Büfe, Grab&Fly, Simit&Çay and Coca Cola Gate Café are located after the security checkpoint in the domestic terminal. Kahve Dünyası, Karafırın, Simit Sarayı and Burger King are located in the arrivals hall. Fly Café is located in the outdoor parking lot. The following passenger lounges offer comfortable and convenient services at Sabiha Gökçen Airport: LGM CIP Lounge, Wings Lounge, Lounge İstanbul International Flights and Turkish Airlines Lounge. The Setur duty free retail stores offer a rich selection of products. 


Istanbul Airport

You can reach the airport from across Istanbul by metro, bus, Havaist shuttle, taxi, rental car, or private transfer. Public transportation may require an additional connection.

Metro

Take the M11 metro line from Gayrettepe to the airport. Gayrettepe is one of Istanbul’s main transfer points, and the trip takes about 30 minutes. From Halkalı, the M11 also runs to the airport. Check the timetable for current service hours, especially for late-night or early-morning trips.

  • Stops after Gayrettepe: Kağıthane, Üniversite-Hasdal, Kemerburgaz, Göktürk, and İhsaniye
  • Reach Gayrettepe on the M2 Hacıosman – Yenikapı metro line, or connect from the Metrobus at Zincirlikuyu
  • Reach Halkalı on Marmaray
Bus

Take an İETT bus to the airport from Mahmutbey, Mecidiyeköy, Halkalı, Arnavutköy, or Sarıyer. Traffic gets heavy during rush hours, on weekends, and on public holidays, so leave extra time.

  • Lines: H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8
Havaist

Havaist shuttles take you to the airport from more than 10 points across the city. Fares and accepted payment methods depend on the route, so check the Havaist website or app for timetables and current details.

  • Departure points include Sultanahmet, Taksim, Aksaray, Kadıköy, Bakırköy, Esenler Bus Terminal, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar–Bahçeşehir, Halkalı–Başakşehir, Silivri, Arnavutköy, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport
Taxi

You can take a taxi to the airport from anywhere in Istanbul, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All taxis charge by meter, and you pay any bridge and toll road fees along the route.

Car Rental

If you’re renting a car, check with your rental company whether you can return it at the airport.

Transfer

A private transfer takes you from your chosen location in Istanbul to the airport in comfort. It generally costs more than public transportation, so you may want to share the ride with friends. Book in advance to secure your pickup time.

Transportation to Nicosia City Center from Airport

Ercan Intl. Airport

Ercan Airport is 23 kilometers from the capital Lefkoşa (Nicosia), 44 km from Girne, 50 km from Magosa and 62 km from Güzelyurt. You can benefit from KIBHAS airport shuttle service, which has been serving for 6 years, to reach the city center from the airport because there is not a developed transportation system in the island. You can also choose from taxi, airport transfer companies and car rental option.

If you have booked your accommodation in advance, it would be useful to ask if your hotel can arrange airport transfer or not. There are some hotels that provide free airport transfer according to the number of passengers.

KIBHAS Airport Shuttle Services

These shuttle buses, which have been serving since February 2009, take the airport passengers to the bus stations in Nicosia, Girne, Magosa, Güzelyurt and Lefke from morning till midnight. Once you arrive at the bus station, you can go wherever you will be staying by taxi or minibus departing from there. This shuttle service is the cheapest way to get to the city center or wherever you want from the airport.

KIBHAS shuttle services officially serve only between the airport and bus terminals, but they can also drop you off at a point on the route on your request. Before getting on the shuttle, you can ask the shuttle driver about this detail or you can find out about it during your reservation. You can book by phone before you arrive at the airport.

KIBHAS suttles departing from Ercan Airport to Girne and Nicosia run for 12 times from 08.10 till 00.30. The number of the shuttles to other destinations is less frequent. KIPHAS shuttles to Güzelyurt and Lefke serve 7 times a day between 09.30 and 00.30 and the shuttles to Magosa serve 9 times a day from 08:10 to 00:30. Departure times may vary and the waiting times between the shuttle services are different for each service. You can easily see the KIPHAS building when you go out the incoming passenger terminal.

Taxi

Taxi fares at Ercan Airport might be a bit more expensive compared to the fares in Turkey. However, if you want to take a taxi, do not forget to bargain with the driver and make a comparison. With KIBHAS shuttles coming into service, demand for taxi has decreased and so, taxi drivers may reduce taxi fares considerably. You can be prepared by online searching for the offers of the companies for taxi fares to reach your destination. Also, if you are traveling with a few people and when you compare the per passenger shuttle charges, taking a taxi may be a more practical and convenient option, though the same advantage does not apply to taxi fare. Please note that the TRNC taxis can take up to 3 passengers as required by law.

Airport Transfer Companies

You can also benefit from the vehicles of the companies that provide airport transfer service to reach the city center or the hotels from the airport by making a reservation in advance. Especially if you are traveling in groups, the transportation service provided by these may also be more suitable for you in terms of price. These vehicles meet you at the airport upon your arrival and ensure you to reach your destination without waiting. Before boarding the plane, you can make a quick online search and make a reservation in advance or you can ask your hotel to arrange such a service.

Rent a car

Car rental prices in Cyprus are particularly convenient if you are going to rent a car for 3 or more days compared to Turkey. So are the fuel prices! Moreover, you can find many parking places which you don’t have to pay for. For this reason, renting a car is one of the preferred options for sightseeing in Cyprus. By renting a car, you can be more flexible during your trip and you can travel all over the island, which is not already very big. However, the traffic flows in the reverse direction (left) compared to Turkey and there are the right hand drive cars. For some people, this requires an adaptation process, especially at first. It would be useful to rent a car keeping this in mind. It is also important to remember that the automatic cars make it easier to get used to this adaptation process.

If you plan to travel from the airport by renting a car, we advise you to book in advance. As it is a common and preferred method in the island, you may have difficulty in finding a convenient car at the airport. To rent a car, you must be over 25 years old and have a Turkish Republic driving license. Ercan Airport has a car park reserved for rental cars. Many car rental companies use this car park. You can pick up and deliver your car at the same parking area. The car rental companies in Cyprus are usually local enterprises.

Nicosia Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Wednesday
11 Nov
Fog
21°9°
Today
Thursday
12 Nov
Fog
23°11°
Friday
13 Nov
Fog
23°12°
Saturday
14 Nov
Fog
23°13°
Sunday
15 Nov
Clear
24°14°

More Information About Nicosia

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Istanbul-Nicosia flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Istanbul-Nicosia flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Istanbul-Nicosia flights, you can use Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport as departure airport, and Ercan Intl. Airport for arrival.
The straight-line distance between Istanbul and Nicosia is about 779 km. According to Wingie flight data, direct Istanbul – Nicosia flights took about 1 hour 30 minutes in the last 30 days.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Istanbul-Nicosia flights is Sunday.
According to Wingie flight data, as of November 2026 3 airlines operate direct flights between Istanbul and Nicosia: Turkish Airlines, Pegasus and AJet.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with AJet starts from approximately 114 SAR.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Pegasus
143 SAR
1 personal item up to 3 kg (40x30x15 cm)
Turkish Airlines
192 SAR
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece x 8 kg of cabin baggage / 1 x 15 kg checked bag / Complimentary Refreshments
AJet
114 SAR
1 personal item up to 4 kg (40x30x15 cm)

Last update: 28.10.2026

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