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What is the best way to travel from Munich to Istanbul?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Flights and Carpool for the journey to Istanbul from Munich. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
22h 0m
$84
$118
3
Flight
2h 40m
$54
$216
78

What is the cheapest way to reach Istanbul from Munich?

You can get to Istanbul with just $54 by taking a Flight from Pegasus Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $78
Sunday
Monday
from $73
Tuesday
from $54
Wednesday
from $74
Thursday
from $79
Friday
from $78

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:20 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $78
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $83
  • Sunexpress
    11h 45m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    9:00 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $117
  • Sunexpress
    8h 50m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:05 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $129

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:20 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $73
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $76
  • Turkish Airlines
    2h 50m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    11:45 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $119
  • Sunexpress
    8h 10m
    0
    11:10 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    9:20 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $122
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $84

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    2:35 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    7:15 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $54
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $76
  • Turkish Airlines
    2h 45m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    7:25 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $113
  • Sunexpress
    7h 20m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    11:05 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $135
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $110
  • Alpar Turizm
    28h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $120
  • Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    22h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    2:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Economy
    $144

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:20 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $74
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $100
  • Sunexpress
    4h 55m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    8:40 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $150
  • Sunexpress
    5h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    9:20 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $190
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $117
  • Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    23h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    2:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Economy
    $132

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    2:35 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    7:15 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $79
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:40 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $85
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    7h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:55 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from $114
  • Air France
    15h 10m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:10 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Air France
    Economy
    from $120
  • Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $87

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:20 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $78
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $123
  • Sunexpress
    10h 35m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    7:35 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $158
  • LOT Polish Airlines / Polskie Linie Lotnicze
    27h 10m
    0
    7:30 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    12:40 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    LOT Polish Airlines / Polskie Linie Lotnicze
    Economy
    from $223
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $122
  • Alpar Turizm
    28h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $125
  • Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    22h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    2:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Economy
    $143

What are the fastest trips from Munich to Istanbul?

You can get to Istanbul from Munich in just 2h 40m with a Flight from Pegasus Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 2h 40m
Sunday
Monday
from 2h 40m
Tuesday
from 2h 40m
Wednesday
from 2h 40m
Thursday
from 2h 40m
Friday
from 2h 40m

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:20 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $78
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $83
  • Turkish Airlines
    2h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    3:50 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $203
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    7h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:55 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from $264

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:20 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $73
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $76
  • Turkish Airlines
    2h 50m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    11:45 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $119
  • Sunexpress
    6h 5m
    0
    11:10 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    7:15 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $150
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $84

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    2:35 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    7:15 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $54
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $76
  • Turkish Airlines
    2h 45m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    7:25 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $113
  • Air Via
    5h 45m
    0
    10:15 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:00 AM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Air Via
    Economy
    from $278
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    22h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    2:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Economy
    $144
  • Alpar Turizm
    28h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $120
  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $110

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:20 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $74
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $100
  • Turkish Airlines
    2h 50m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    3:25 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $197
  • Sunexpress
    4h 55m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    8:40 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Sunexpress
    Economy
    from $150
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    23h 0m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    2:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Economy
    $132
  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $117

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    2:35 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    7:15 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $79
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:55 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:40 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $85
  • Turkish Airlines
    2h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    3:50 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $155
  • KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    7h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:55 PM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    KLM - Royal Dutch Airlines
    Economy
    from $114
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $87

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Pegasus Airlines
    2h 40m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    4:20 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    Pegasus Airlines
    Economy
    from $78
  • AJet
    2h 45m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    6:25 PM
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport
    0
    AJet
    Economy
    from $123
  • Turkish Airlines
    2h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    11:50 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $235
  • Lufthansa
    8h 0m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Munich Airport
    Munich Airport
    12:40 AM
    Istanbul Airport
    Istanbul Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $282
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    22h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    2:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Yazıcıoğlu Turizm
    Economy
    $143
  • Alpar Turizm
    28h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Istanbul
    Otogar Bus Station
    0
    Alpar Turizm
    Economy
    $125
  • FlixBus
    33h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Munich
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Istanbul
    Esenler Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $122
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Munich to Istanbul

What are the most popular stations in Munich and Istanbul?

In Munich, you will usually depart from Central Bus Station, Central Station or Ost Bus Stop, while in Istanbul you will be arriving at Otogar Bus Station, Esenler Bus Station or Dudullu Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Istanbul from Munich? With 11 connections between 3 Bus, Flight and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Munich and Istanbul, you can pay as low as $54 with a Flight from Pegasus Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Pegasus Airlines: you will get to Istanbul in just 2h 40m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Munich and Istanbul are Sunexpress, Pegasus Airlines and AJet, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Munich and Istanbul is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Perlach or to Üsküdar, and look at flights from Munich Airport, and landing at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Munich to Istanbul?

The most popular companies between Munich and Istanbul, are Sunexpress, Pegasus Airlines and AJet. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus, Yazıcıoğlu Turizm and Alpar Turizm

Airlines: Sunexpress, Pegasus Airlines, AJet and 11 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Munich to Istanbul

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Munich to Istanbul. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Munich to Istanbul

How can I reach Istanbul from Munich?

Every day, there are on average 11 connections between Bus, Flight and Carpool, with which you can get to Istanbul from Munich.

How far is Istanbul from Munich?

The distance between Munich and Istanbul is 984.8 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Munich and Istanbul?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 43 kgs of CO2, a train 55 kgs, a car 269 kgs, and a flight 390 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Munich to Istanbul?

You can get to Istanbul with just $54 by taking a Flight from Pegasus Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich to Istanbul?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Istanbul in just 2h 40m with a Flight from Pegasus Airlines.

More routes to Munich and to Istanbul

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Munich and to Istanbul. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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