Are there direct flights from Marseille to Istanbul?

Historically, approximately 35% of flights from Marseille to Istanbul have been direct. For routes that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

How many hours is the flight from Marseille to Istanbul?

The typical direct flight from Marseille to Istanbul has a duration of 3 hours and 15 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 9 hours and 50 minutes. The air distance between Marseille and Istanbul is approximately 1942 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Marseille to Istanbul come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Marseille to Istanbul come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent availability of deals. This assessment is based on observations over a 30-day window.

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December 2 - December 17

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Marseille to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Marseille to Istanbul

Most itineraries for flights from Marseille to Istanbul connect at least once, with only 35% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct options exist, you will frequently encounter itineraries that include one or more stops on your journey.

When searching for cheap flights from Marseille to Istanbul, fares typically range from $180–$399, with a median price of $272. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

The cheapest time to fly from Marseille to Istanbul is typically in August, with a median fare of $163. Other affordable months include January and March, both with median fares around $164. Planning your trip during these months could help you secure a more budget-friendly fare.

A typical journey from Marseille to Istanbul takes about 3h 15m, including connections. This duration accounts for the overall travel time, encompassing any layovers you might encounter. The median non-stop flight time is also 3h 15m, while connecting itineraries typically take around 12h 5m.

The distance between Marseille and Istanbul is approximately 1942 kilometers. This makes it a medium-haul route, a classification that generally applies to flights between 1,500 and 4,000 kilometers.

How much is a round trip from Marseille to Istanbul

Regular price: €140 - €326

Prices for flights from Marseille to Istanbul are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Marseille to Istanbul is between 140 EUR and 326 EUR. The current lowest deal is 142 EUR with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Dec 2-Dec 16.

now 142 €

Low 140 €

High 326 €

The cheapest time to fly from Marseille to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Marseille to Istanbul is March, with a median price of 160 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 426 USD. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from 160 €

July

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Flights from 426 €

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Direct flights from Marseille to Istanbul

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Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Marseille to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MRS - Istanbul

Marseille (MRS) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

243 €

166 €

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MRS - Istanbul

Marseille (MRS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ryanair

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192 €

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Marseille (MRS) - Istanbul (SAW)

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243 €

162 €

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Sun, Sep 6

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Marseille (MRS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ryanair

277 €

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Mon, Sep 7

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Marseille (MRS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ryanair

278 €

188 €

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Sun, Sep 13

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Marseille (MRS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ryanair

277 €

193 €

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

4 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 12

339 € → 214 €

37%

2 nights

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344 € → 219 €

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320 € → 197 €

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302 € → 187 €

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Popular Airports to fly from Marseille to Istanbul

Marseille - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Marseille to Istanbul are below the typical level at $142.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Marseille to Istanbul, with a median price of $160.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 15m

The median flight duration for a direct flight from Marseille to Istanbul is 3h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

About 35% of recent flights from Marseille to Istanbul are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the Marseille to Istanbul route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Marseille to Istanbul are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Marseille main airports to depart from

Marseille Provence (MRS)

Cheapest

Marseille Provence Airport is a convenient option for flights from Marseille to Istanbul.

📍 ~20 km from Marseille city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~€142

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Marseille to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by various transport options)

💸 Flights from ~€142

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International is an alternative arrival airport for your trip to Istanbul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by various transport options)

💸 Flights from ~€142

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider Izmir Adnan Menderes as a major international hub with excellent connectivity, though a significant distance from Istanbul.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~€200

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Ankara Esenboğa International is a reliable capital city airport with an extensive domestic network.

📍 ~340 km from Istanbul (requires significant travel from Istanbul)

💸 Flights from ~€198

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is the closest geographical alternative to Istanbul, easily accessible by road.

📍 ~85 km from Istanbul (reachable by road)

💸 Flights from ~€312

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

Burgas is the nearest international airport outside of Turkey, useful for European-bound flights.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires crossing an international border)

💸 Flights from ~€159

Yenişehir (YEI)

Bursa Yenişehir offers relatively close proximity to Istanbul, serving as a secondary option.

📍 ~100 km from Istanbul (requires crossing the Marmara Sea)

💸 Flights from ~€349

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the most favorable time to book flights from Marseille to Istanbul is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed at approximately $171. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging around $508. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of travel, show an average price of $266, which is higher than booking well in advance.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Marseille to Istanbul is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $180. The median price for this route has been $272. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of fares historically observed at $399 or less over a 90-day window.

Historically, August, January, and March have offered the lowest median prices for flights from Marseille to Istanbul, all around $163-$164. The annual median price for this route is $272. While January appears as one of the cheapest months, it also represents the most expensive month when considering the overall range of prices observed.

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