Cheap flights from Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus' Asian-side base for low-cost Europe and Middle East

Sabiha Gökçen sits in Pendik on Istanbul's Asian side, around 35 km from Taksim. It is the main base for Pegasus Airlines and a focus city for AnadoluJet, with dense low-cost networks across Europe, the Middle East and the Caucasus. International long-haul is limited; most intercontinental traffic uses İstanbul Airport (IST) on the European side.

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Airlines flying from Istanbul (SAW)

Major carriers: Turkish Airlines, AnadoluJet. Low-cost carriers: Pegasus Airlines, SunExpress, Corendon Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly from Sabiha Gökçen?
Pegasus Airlines is the main carrier, with AnadoluJet a strong number two and Turkish Airlines also operating select domestic and international routes. SunExpress, Corendon and several European LCCs add capacity. Flightmussy compares them all in one free, no-signup search.
What is the difference between SAW and IST?
SAW is on Istanbul's Asian side and is the main low-cost base, particularly for Pegasus. IST is the new airport on the European side and the global hub for Turkish Airlines. Flightmussy's multi-airport filter searches both in a single query so you can compare price and convenience.
How do I get from Sabiha Gökçen to central Istanbul?
The new M4 metro extension connects SAW to Kadıköy and the Marmaray cross-Bosphorus line. Havabüs and Havaist coaches run to Taksim, Kadıköy and other districts. A taxi to Taksim takes 45-90 minutes depending on traffic; the metro is more reliable in peak hours.
Are SAW flights cheaper than IST flights?
Often yes, especially on European routes operated by Pegasus from SAW versus Turkish Airlines from IST. The trade-off is location and connection breadth. Flightmussy's heatmap shows both airports' fares for your dates so you can pick the cheaper option without manually re-searching.

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