What percentage of Istanbul to Split flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 15.5% of flights from Istanbul to Split were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that while direct options exist, a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Split?

A direct flight from Istanbul to Split typically takes 2 hours and 0 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 8 hours and 55 minutes. The air distance between Istanbul and Split is approximately 1052 kilometers. Travelers should account for significant additional time if their itinerary includes a layover.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Istanbul to Split?

Historically, good prices on flights from Istanbul to Split have been regularly available. This route is classified as having regular deal frequency across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can typically find competitive fares when planning their trip between these two cities.

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2026-08-24 – 2026-08-28
IST - Split
49% AI deal score
$197
$183
Round trip
2026-09-02 – 2026-09-09
IST - Split
46% AI deal score
$155
$183
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2026-09-07 – 2026-09-11
IST - Split
46% AI deal score
$162
$183
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2026-09-06 – 2026-09-09
IST - Split
46% AI deal score
$162
$184
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2026-08-23 – 2026-08-28
IST - Split
48% AI deal score
$194
$189
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2026-09-11 – 2026-09-13
IST - Split
46% AI deal score
$164
$190
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2026-10-16 – 2026-10-21
IST - Split
46% AI deal score
$167
$190
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2026-08-26 – 2026-08-30
IST - Split
48% AI deal score
$197
$191
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2026-08-16 – 2026-08-23
IST - Split
47% AI deal score
$192
$192
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2026-08-16 – 2026-08-19
IST - Split
48% AI deal score
$202
$192
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Istanbul to Split: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Split

Right now, fares for flights from Istanbul to Split are significantly below the typical level, with the cheapest fares right now starting as low as $255. Prices typically range from $255–$487, with a median of $337. Currently, only 1% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that while some low prices exist, they are not widespread.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Split? The most affordable months to fly are October, with a median fare of $189, followed by November at $192, and April at $208. New deals for this route show up several times a week, offering regular opportunities to find competitive prices.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Split takes approximately 8h 40m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 15.5% of recent fares being direct flights from Istanbul to Split. For connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers is 1.

The distance between Istanbul and Split is 1052 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience, even with connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Split

Regular price: $117 - $403

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Split is $117 to $403. The current lowest deal is $183 with Croatia Airlines, for travel from Sep 2-Sep 9.

now $183

Low $117

High $403

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Split

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Split is October, with a median price of $189. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $410. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $189

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $410

Jan

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Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Istanbul to Split

Croatia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Split

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Split

Istanbul (IST) - Split (SPU)

Turkish Airlines

$419

$348

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Split

Istanbul (IST) - Split (SPU)

Turkish Airlines

$398

$273

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Split

Istanbul (IST) - Split (SPU)

Croatia Airlines

$372

$298

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Split

Istanbul (IST) - Split (SPU)

Air Serbia

$350

$230

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Split

Istanbul (IST) - Split (SPU)

Turkish Airlines

$293

$272

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Split

Istanbul (IST) - Split (SPU)

Turkish Airlines

$369

$304

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Split

2 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 5

$398 → $273

31%

7 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 12

$350 → $230

34%

4 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 12

$365 → $270

26%

3 nights

Oct 16 - Oct 19

$269 → $195

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Split

Istanbul - Split route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for Istanbul to Split are below the typical level at $183.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly at $189.

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Split, with a median price of $189.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 8h 40m on average.

Flights from Istanbul to Split typically take 8h 40m, with 1 stopover when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Only 15.5% of recent flights from Istanbul to Split are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Croatia Airlines offers direct flights.

Croatia Airlines is an option for direct flights on the Istanbul to Split route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Split appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary option for flights to Split, offering potentially lower fares.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$183

Split main airports to arrive at

Split (SPU)

Cheapest

Split Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Split and the surrounding coastal area.

📍 ~20 km from Split city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$183

Airports nearby Split used as alternative

Zadar (ZAD)

Zadar Airport is a useful alternative for Split, offering good highway connectivity via the A1 motorway.

📍 ~135 km from Split (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$182

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Split, Croatia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Split

Historically, booking flights from Istanbul to Split 7-13 days in advance has yielded the lowest average prices, at approximately $236. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $246. For those booking 60+ days in advance, the average price was significantly higher, at about $457. This suggests that last-minute deals are often available for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Split was considered to be $255 or less. The median price for this route was $337. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $487 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices around the $255 mark.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to Split have been October, with a median price of $189, and November, with a median price of $192. April also offered competitive prices, with a median of $208. The annual median price for this route was $337, indicating that certain months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

Istanbul to Split: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Split

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Split

Regular price: $117 - $403

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Split is $117 to $403. The current lowest deal is $183 with Croatia Airlines, for travel from Sep 2-Sep 9.

now $183

Low $117

High $403

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Split

October

Cheapest

Flights from $189

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $410

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov