Cheapest Direct Flight
Pegasus
27 Oct, Tue
Geneva – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
GVA–SAW
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Quick Flight Summary from Geneva to Istanbul
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $69
- Direct flight duration 3 hour 5 min
- Direct airlines Pegasus
- Arrival airports SAW / IST
- Best days to book Tuesday, Wednesday
- Average over the last 30 days $105
Cheapest flights from Geneva to Istanbul
Pegasus
15 Nov, Sun
Geneva – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
GVA–SAW
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30 Oct, Fri
Geneva – Istanbul
3h 10m
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2 Nov, Mon
Geneva – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
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9 Nov, Mon
Geneva – Istanbul
3h 10m
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29 Oct, Thu
Geneva – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
GVA–SAW
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28 Oct, Wed
Geneva – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
GVA–SAW
Pegasus
3 Nov, Tue
Geneva – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
GVA–SAW
Pegasus
8 Nov, Sun
Geneva – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
GVA–SAW
Last update: 09 October 2026 05:42
Direct flights from Geneva to Istanbul
Estimated Prices for Geneva to Istanbul Flights
Cheapest Day29 October Thursday
Best Price
$66
Average Price
$121
$236
$66
Key Features of the Airlines
- Budget Turkish Flights
- Domestic Focus
- Turkish Airlines Partner
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
- Digital-First Airline
- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
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Transportation to Airport from Geneva City Center
Geneva Airport
It is very easy to get to Geneva Airport, where you can benefit from high-quality services while waiting. You can rent a car from the car rental offices in the city center to get to the airport very easily. You can also take advantage of the options such as bus, train, tramway and the free hotel shuttle services from every part of the city to get to the airport or the city center for transfer options.
Bus
You can transfer to the city center firstly by taking the buses that provide transportation to all parts of the city and then get on the buses to the airport. Gare Routiere, which is only five-minute walk away from Gare Cornavin Railway Station, is the central transfer station for buses.
The bus number 5 departs from Thônex-Vallard stop and goes through the Museum, Bel-Air and Fare Routiere stops; Bus 10 departs from the Rive Station and follows a route through Place des Eaux-Vives, Bel-Air and Gare Routiere; Bus 23 departs from ZIPLO Station and goes through Grand-Lancy and Lignon; Bus 28 arrives at the airport by following the Vernier Station in the direction of Parfumerie, or the Nations and Grand-Saconnex stations in the direction of Jardin-Botanique. You need to transfer at Gare Routiere Station in order to get to the airport from other parts of the city.
Train
The trains departing nearly every 10 or 12 minutes from Gare Cornavin Railway Station arrive at the airport in about 6 minutes. Once you arrive at the airport station, go past the shopping center and then you will see the Geneva Airport after a five-minute walk.
Hotel Shuttle Services
Crowne Plaza, Express by Holiday Inn, Ibis, Mövenpick Genève, Nash Airport Hotel, NH Geneva Airport Hotel and Starling Geneva Hotel & Conference Center are among the hotels that offer free shuttle services to the airport.
Tramway
Taking the tramway is another alternative you can prefer to reach Gare Cornavin Railway Station. Among the tramway lines headed to Gare Cornavin are the line 14 passing through Avanchet, Servette Bel-Air, Stand, Petit-Lancy and Onex districts, line 15 running through France, Plainpalais, Pont-Rouge route and line 18 running through Avanchet, Servette and Carouge route.
Lake Boats
If you are on the opposite bank of the lake, you can take advantage of the yellow lake boats to arrive at the airport. In addition to enjoying the lake, the lake boats, which are also used for public transport purposes, can be preferred to transfer to train and bus routes by the passengers who have enough time although they are not an ideal option for fast transportation. The lake boats provide transportation service with M1, M2, M3 and M4 lines, which depart every 10 minutes or half an hour depending on when they are arranged, between Molard, Pâquis, Genève-plage, Eaux Vives and Perle du Lac stations.
Bicycle
If you are close to the Quai du Mont-Blanc area in the vicinity of Bains des Paquis and if you don't have a lot of luggage, you can rent a bike for a deposit and make a pleasant bicycle ride to Gare Cornavin, where you can take advantage of transfer options to the airport.
Taxi
You can also get to the airport in about 15 minutes or half an hour depending on where you are in the city by taking a taxi from the taxi stands in different parts of the city.
Rent a car
Renting a car is also a good option you can prefer to get to the airport. The best way to rent a car in the city is to book online using your computer or smart phone. If you want to make your journey more luxurious and comfortable, you can also rent a limousine.
Airport Information
A landing or take-off takes place every minute at Geneva Airport, which is the fifth most popular airport in Europe. The airport shopping mall, which starts from the top floor of the train station, is only five-minute walk away from the terminal building.
In this large duty-free zone, you can buy fashionable watches, jewelry, alcohol beverages, clothes and delicious Swiss chocolates that are much cheaper than standard prices. In addition, there are also twenty-one affordable and luxurious hotels located about one kilometer from the airport.
Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.
Metro- The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
- You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
- Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
- You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
- With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
- The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
- The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
- For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
- E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
- E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
- 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
- MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
- Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
- With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
- You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
- You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
- You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
- Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
- There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
- If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
- You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
- It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.
Bus- From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
- The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
- You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
- The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
- After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
- The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
- The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
- Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
- You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
- The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
- Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
- A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
- Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
- You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
- If you make a reservation before
Istanbul Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
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Friday
9 Oct
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Geneva-Istanbul flights?
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Geneva-Istanbul flights?
When you search for Geneva-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Geneva-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Geneva-Istanbul flights?
Which airports can I use for Geneva-Istanbul flights?
For Geneva-Istanbul flights, you can use Geneva Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Geneva-Istanbul and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Geneva-Istanbul and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Geneva-Istanbul is 1909 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 20 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Geneva-Istanbul flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Geneva-Istanbul flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Geneva-Istanbul flights is Saturday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Geneva-Istanbul?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Geneva-Istanbul?
Pegasus, Turkish Airlines organizes direct flights between Geneva-Istanbul.
Geneva-Istanbul: which airline is better value on this route?
Geneva-Istanbul: which airline is better value on this route?
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 Pegasus starts from approximately $66.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Pegasus | $66 | 1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm) |
 Air Serbia | $116 | No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 AJet | $199 | 1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm) |
 Turkish Airlines | $236 | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 LOT Polish Airlines | $147 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage |
 Lufthansa | $172 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage |
 Aegean Airlines | $251 | Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece handbag / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 07.10.2026
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