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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Geneva to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.£100 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Geneva on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From £100, select.
Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 2 JunGVA - SAW with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
Pegasus Airlines
Fri, 6 JunSAW - GVA with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
from £100
Istanbul.£101 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Geneva on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From £101, select.
Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 2 JunGVA - SAW with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 2 JulSAW - GVA with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
from £101
Istanbul.£104 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Geneva on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From £104, select.
Pegasus Airlines
Sat, 31 MayGVA - SAW with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
Pegasus Airlines
Fri, 6 JunSAW - GVA with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
from £104
Istanbul.£105 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Geneva on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From £105, select.
Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 6 OctGVA - SAW with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
Pegasus Airlines
Thu, 9 OctSAW - GVA with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
from £105
Istanbul.£105 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Geneva on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From £105, select.
Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 26 MayGVA - SAW with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 28 MaySAW - GVA with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
from £105
Istanbul.£105 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Geneva on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From £105, select.
Pegasus Airlines
Sat, 14 FebGVA - SAW with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 18 FebSAW - GVA with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
from £105
Istanbul.£106 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Geneva on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From £106, select.
Pegasus Airlines
Fri, 20 MarGVA - SAW with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
Pegasus Airlines
Sun, 22 MarSAW - GVA with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
from £106
Istanbul.£108 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Geneva on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Geneva.Price includes taxes and charges.From £108, select.
Pegasus Airlines
Sat, 13 SepGVA - SAW with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
Pegasus Airlines
Sat, 27 SepSAW - GVA with Pegasus Airlines
Direct
from £108
How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Geneva to Istanbul found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Geneva to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Geneva to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from £105
Jun
from £100
Jul
from £145
Aug
from £181
Sep
from £108
Oct
from £105
Nov
from £109
Dec
from £146
Jan
from £119
Feb
from £105
Mar
from £106
Apr
from £187

Direct flights from Geneva to Istanbul

Alternative Geneva to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Geneva to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Geneva to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£100
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time3 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week114

Finding cheap flights from Geneva to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Geneva to Istanbul is £100. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Geneva to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and Oman Air fly direct from Geneva to Istanbul.
As of May 2025, there are 114 flights per week flying from Geneva to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Geneva to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Geneva Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 18.8 miles away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £100.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Geneva Airport to Istanbul on Monday, 2 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Geneve Airport to Istanbul and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is two hours ahead of Geneva, where Geneve Airport is located.

  • With 22 weekly flights between the two airports, Geneve Airport (GVA) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 10:20. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from GVA to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 19:10.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your GVA to Istanbul flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Geneve Airport to Istanbul ticket. Begin your trip at GVA and end it at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Geneve Airport to Istanbul.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from GVA to Istanbul. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • GVA is about 3 miles from central Geneva. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near GVA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Geneve Airport to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

    • Nash Airport Hotel

    • Nash Suites Airport Hotel

    • Novotel Suites Genève Aéroport

  • When it comes to Geneve Airport's on-time performance, 65.81% of flights complete their journey on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Istanbul

  • £54 is currently the best price for a one-way Geneve Airport to Istanbul flight. Return plane tickets start at £100. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap flights from GVA to Istanbul, book your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The best month for finding cheap Geneve Airport to Istanbul tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from GVA to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Geneve Airport to Istanbul by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 30 miles. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Look into staying at a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Geneve Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:

    • Khavi Airport Apart

    • Yotelair Istanbul Airport (Airside)

    • Private Room in Istanbul #33

  • Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from GVA to Istanbul can help you lock in the lowest rate.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Once your flight from Geneve Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 30 miles from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • There are some great places to call home for the night near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your GVA to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:

    • Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul Asia Airport

    • ISG Sabiha Gokcen Airport Hotel

    • Miracle Istanbul Asia Airport Hotel & Spa

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and make a speedy getaway.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW will help you stay within budget.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Before scheduling your flights from Geneve Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.

  • Lock in a Geneve Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from GVA to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Geneve Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:

    • Aruna Boutique Hotel

    • Hotel Mount Ararat

    • Istanbul Golden City Hotel

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 220 miles east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

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