Kars (KSY) to Istanbul (SAW) flights
2 airlines fly nonstop from Kars (KSY) to Istanbul (SAW): AJet and Pegasus. The two airports are 721 miles (1,160 km) apart. There are also 3 ways to fly it with one stop, through Ankara, Izmir and Baku.
Airlines flying nonstop from KSY to SAW
- AJetNot in an alliance
- PegasusNot in an alliance
KSY to SAW with one stop
3 connections, most direct first. 2-stop routings and flight times are in Routes with Pro.
- Via Ankara (ESB)AJet the whole way
- Via Izmir (ADB)SunExpress, then Pegasus and AJet
- Via Baku (GYD)Azerbaijan Airlines the whole wayJ2J2
KSY to SAW: common questions
Which airlines fly nonstop from KSY to SAW?
AJet and Pegasus fly nonstop from Kars (KSY) to Istanbul (SAW).
How far is Kars from Istanbul by plane?
Kars (KSY) and Istanbul (SAW) are 721 miles (1,160 km) apart along the great circle, the shortest path a flight can take. Connections add distance on top.
How many miles does KSY to SAW cost?
It depends on the program: each prices the route from its own chart or dynamically. The Award Flight Pricer compares 30+ programs for KSY to SAW with taxes and fees.
Where can I connect between Kars and Istanbul?
The most direct connections are through Ankara (ESB), Izmir (ADB) and Baku (GYD). On 2 of them the same airline flies both flights, for example AJet through Ankara.
More routes
Routes are scheduled nonstop flights. The route data is refreshed monthly; this list was last checked November 11, 2026. Seasonal routes and new launches can be missing or end early, so confirm with the airline before you book. Distances are great-circle, the shortest path between the two airports.