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Cheap flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport from £82

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJJ — IST
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Sarajevo Butmir to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sarajevo to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sarajevo (SJJ) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£128

One-way from

£82

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£91
Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 20/2-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 30m total
  • Sarajevo to Istanbul
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Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 20m total
  • Sarajevo to Istanbul
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High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 13/215:30SJJ - IST
Nonstop2h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 17/214:40IST - SJJ
Nonstop2h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/1£111
Thu 20/215:15SJJ - IST
1 stop22h 40mAir Serbia
Mon 24/216:55IST - SJJ
1 stop23h 50mAir Serbia
Deal found 16/1£128
Thu 13/215:15SJJ - IST
1 stop11h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/221:00IST - SJJ
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1£135
Thu 27/209:45SJJ - IST
1 stop6h 20mLufthansa
Mon 3/306:50IST - SJJ
1 stop6h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1£188
Wed 20/806:30SJJ - IST
2 stops40h 29mCroatia Airlines
Sun 24/805:10IST - SJJ
2 stops18h 40mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 17/1£235
Fri 14/314:30SJJ - IST
1 stop25h 05mflydubai
Sun 16/301:50IST - SJJ
1 stop13h 40mflydubai
Deal found 16/1£736

Find flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Thu 20/2

15:15-15:55

1 stop22h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 24/2

16:55-14:45

1 stop23h 50m

£128

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Wed 16/4

20:35-23:40

Nonstop2h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 20/4

12:45-13:40

Nonstop1h 55m

£134

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Thu 27/2

09:45-18:05

1 stop6h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

06:50-11:10

1 stop6h 20m

£188

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Mon 9/6

15:10-03:30

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 19/6

07:10-08:05

Nonstop1h 55m

£202

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Mon 9/6

06:30-23:59

2 stops40h 29m

Istanbul

Thu 19/6

18:15-22:50

1 stop5h 35m

£255

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Fri 14/3

14:30-17:35

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 16/3

01:50-13:30

1 stop13h 40m

£736

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Thu 29/5

15:10-03:30

1 stop11h 20m

£82

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Fri 7/2

11:50-18:05

1 stop28h 15m

£166

SarajevoIstanbul

SJJ - IST

SJJIST

Sarajevo Butmir

Sat 1/2

15:30-19:30

Nonstop2h 00m

£392

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Travel insights for flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJJ to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,923 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight delayed. I miss my connecting flight. From chicago turkish desk told me you get boarding pass on Istanbul but Istanbul turkish desk had no boarding pass for me. Offered me ticket 40 hours later. I miss my all necessary schedules. Look like people are very irresponsible. Just lied to me. Horrible. Never care. Poor, poor. Poor. Minus.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,923 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,923 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight delayed. I miss my connecting flight. From chicago turkish desk told me you get boarding pass on Istanbul but Istanbul turkish desk had no boarding pass for me. Offered me ticket 40 hours later. I miss my all necessary schedules. Look like people are very irresponsible. Just lied to me. Horrible. Never care. Poor, poor. Poor. Minus.

Croatia Airlines
7.0
Good
64 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,923 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight delayed. I miss my connecting flight. From chicago turkish desk told me you get boarding pass on Istanbul but Istanbul turkish desk had no boarding pass for me. Offered me ticket 40 hours later. I miss my all necessary schedules. Look like people are very irresponsible. Just lied to me. Horrible. Never care. Poor, poor. Poor. Minus.

Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,093 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,923 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight delayed. I miss my connecting flight. From chicago turkish desk told me you get boarding pass on Istanbul but Istanbul turkish desk had no boarding pass for me. Offered me ticket 40 hours later. I miss my all necessary schedules. Look like people are very irresponsible. Just lied to me. Horrible. Never care. Poor, poor. Poor. Minus.

flydubai
6.5
Okay
144 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,923 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight delayed. I miss my connecting flight. From chicago turkish desk told me you get boarding pass on Istanbul but Istanbul turkish desk had no boarding pass for me. Offered me ticket 40 hours later. I miss my all necessary schedules. Look like people are very irresponsible. Just lied to me. Horrible. Never care. Poor, poor. Poor. Minus.

Air Serbia
6.4
Okay
197 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,923 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

My flight delayed. I miss my connecting flight. From chicago turkish desk told me you get boarding pass on Istanbul but Istanbul turkish desk had no boarding pass for me. Offered me ticket 40 hours later. I miss my all necessary schedules. Look like people are very irresponsible. Just lied to me. Horrible. Never care. Poor, poor. Poor. Minus.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sarajevo to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul?

    Sarajevo Butmir (SJJ), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul. 3 airlines have flights from Butmir to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sarajevo Butmir to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport is Air Serbia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £128 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, starting at £134 and £188 round-trip.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Serbia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £82. Lufthansa flights start at £166 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £392 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport is £53. On average you can expect to pay £290. The most popular route, (Sarajevo Butmir - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £148.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sarajevo to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sarajevo to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Sarajevo to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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