Istanbul (SAW) to Kars (KSY) flights
2 airlines fly nonstop from Istanbul (SAW) to Kars (KSY): 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 SAW to KSY
- AJetNot in an alliance
- PegasusNot in an alliance
SAW to KSY 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)Pegasus and AJet, then SunExpress
- Via Baku (GYD)Azerbaijan Airlines the whole wayJ2J2
SAW to KSY: common questions
Which airlines fly nonstop from SAW to KSY?
AJet and Pegasus fly nonstop from Istanbul (SAW) to Kars (KSY).
How far is Istanbul from Kars by plane?
Istanbul (SAW) and Kars (KSY) 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 SAW to KSY cost?
It depends on the program: each prices the route from its own chart or dynamically. The Award Flight Pricer compares 30+ programs for SAW to KSY with taxes and fees.
Where can I connect between Istanbul and Kars?
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.