Direct (nonstop) flights from Ercan to Istanbul

2 airlines fly nonstop from Ercan International Airport (ECN) to Istanbul Airport (IST). It's 494 miles (795 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Pegasus, Turkish Airlines.

ECN
Ercan International Airport
🇨🇾 Ercan, Cyprus
IST
Istanbul Airport
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkiye
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
494 mi
795 km
CO₂/pax
91 kg
−41 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Pegasus +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Pegasus Pegasus Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pegasus PC Pegasus
Route
ECN → IST
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
494 mi
Turkish Airlines TK Turkish Airlines
Route
ECN → IST
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
494 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ercan to Istanbul with one stop · direct emits 91 kg CO₂ per passenger

ECN ESB (Ankara) IST
Leg 1: 1h 15m (342 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (237 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECN → ESB
1h 15m · 342 mi
View ECN to ESB flights →
Leg 2
ESB → IST
1h 20m · 237 mi
View ESB to IST flights →
ECN COV (Mersin) IST
Leg 1: 50m (147 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (454 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECN → COV
50m · 147 mi
View ECN to COV flights →
Leg 2
COV → IST
1h 45m · 454 mi
View COV to IST flights →
ECN AYT (Antalya) IST
Leg 1: 1h (193 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (320 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECN → AYT
1h · 193 mi
View ECN to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → IST
1h 35m · 320 mi
View AYT to IST flights →
ECN ASR (Kayseri) IST
Leg 1: 1h 5m (272 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (397 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECN → ASR
1h 5m · 272 mi
View ECN to ASR flights →
Leg 2
ASR → IST
1h 40m · 397 mi
View ASR to IST flights →
ECN ADB (Izmir) IST
Leg 1: 1h 35m (413 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (221 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 142 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ECN → ADB
1h 35m · 413 mi
View ECN to ADB flights →
Leg 2
ADB → IST
1h 20m · 221 mi
View ADB to IST flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ercan to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Ercan (ECN) to Istanbul (IST) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 494 miles (795 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ercan to Istanbul?

2 airlines: Pegasus, Turkish Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ercan to Istanbul?

Yes. 2 airlines: Pegasus, Turkish Airlines.

How far is Ercan from Istanbul?

The flight distance from Ercan to Istanbul is 494 miles (795 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Ercan to Istanbul?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Cyprus to Turkiye?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Turkiye embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ercan to Istanbul?

Roughly 91 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 455 km.

Is the return flight from Istanbul to Ercan also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ercan to Istanbul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ercan International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.