Journey information
Overview: Kos to Istanbul flight
Flights from Kos to Istanbul depart on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £81 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 01:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 480 km distance in 3h 35m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 480 km |
Average flight duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Flights per day 12 |
Fastest flight 3h 35m |
Cheapest month to travel January |
First flight 01:40 |
Last flight 23:40 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Kos to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 35 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
480 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Kos to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kos to Istanbul will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £98.
Of the 3 flights that leave Kos for Istanbul every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 480 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 9 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Live departures
Kos to Istanbul flight times
The table below shows live departures for Kos to Istanbul flights for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:10 Kos | 8h10 | 23:20 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
![]() | 03:00 Kos | 9h00 | 12:00 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:25 Kos | 8h35 | 17:00 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Kos to Istanbul flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kos to Istanbul by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
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Important Stations and Airports in Kos and Istanbul
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, located in the main terminal, including duty-free and souvenir shops.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 2€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, offering snacks and drinks.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 2, 5
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including duty-free shops and brands like Hugo Boss and Victoria's Secret.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 0.73€ (21 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Turkish Airlines Lounge, offering food, drinks, and relaxation areas.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- H-2
- IST-1
- IST-2
- IST-3
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