Flights from Istanbul to Split
Split is the seat of Split-Dalmatia County, the largest Dalmatian city and the second-largest urban centre in Croatia. This eternally young city with around 200 thousand inhabitants has lived its urban rhythm for 1700 years with Diocletian's palace at its heart, which is also the historical centre of the city and a UNESCO world heritage site. Split is located on the shores of the Mediterranean, more specifically on the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea, spreading over a central peninsula and its surroundings. An intraregional transport hub, the city is a link to the numerous surrounding Adriatic islands and the Apennine peninsula, as well as a popular tourist destination. The rich offer for tourists as well as the unique cultural heritage and many cultural and tourist events gives Split its special charm and makes it an ideal holiday destination throughout the year.
Sights
Diocletian's Palace: wall and gates remnants (Golden Gate, Silver Gate, Iron Gate and Brass Gate, Cathedral of St Duje (Saint Domnius), Peristyle, Temple of Jupiter, palace's basement… Prokurative Square, Riva, Marmontova Street, Radunica district, Voćni Trg Square, Pjaca Square, fish market, outdoor market called Pazar, fortress Gripe, districts of Veli Varoš and Matejuška, statue of Grgur Ninski …
Food
- characteristic local dishes and specialities: fish and seafood dishes, Dalmatian prosciutto, salted anchovies or cheese in oil, roasted or cooked lamb meat, "pašticada" (meat speciality) with gnocchi
- traditional cakes and sweets: rožata (caramel egg pudding), Dalmatian kroštule (fried pastry), peršurate (fritters)
- Dalmatian herb or grape brandy
- red wines: Dingač, Faros, Babić, Postup…
- white wines: Pošip, Maraština, Grk, Bogdanuša…
- sweet, dessert wine Prosecco
- numerous taverns and restaurants
- pizzerias and spaghetterias
- wine
Timetable
| Flight | Summer 2026 | Winter 2026/2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Istanbul - Split | March 30th - October 23rd 2026 Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun |
October 25th 2026 - March 25th 2027 Tue, Thu & Sun |
Timetable is subject to change.
Travel from Istanbul to Croatia
Croatia Airlines offers convenient flights from Istanbul to Croatia, with direct connections to Split. Known for its historic old town, beautiful coastline and easy access to nearby islands, Split is an ideal destination for a seaside holiday or a city break. For travellers searching for flights Istanbul to Split, Croatia Airlines provides a convenient way to discover the Dalmatian coast.
Direct flights and connecting services from Istanbul
Croatia Airlines offers a convenient flight option from Istanbul to Split:
- Direct flights from Istanbul to Split
Choose the travel dates that suit you best and book your flight easily through our website or other sales channels.
Benefits of flying with Croatia Airlines
- WiFi on board (available on Airbus A220 aircraft)
- Free eJournal with access to digital newspapers and magazines
- Free online check-in or airport check-in
- Earn miles with Miles & More or another Star Alliance frequent flyer programme
- Complimentary food and drinks on board.
All you need to know before your flight to Croatia
Croatia Airlines operates direct flights from Istanbul to Split, providing a convenient connection between Istanbul and the Croatian Adriatic coast.
- Flight duration: approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes for direct services to Split.
- Airport: direct flights to Split Airport.
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- Prices:
book early to secure the best fares on flights.
Flights from Istanbul
- Istanbul - Split from 185 €
Conditions
- Prices displayed refer to Fly Easy tariff class. Terms and conditions of all tariff classes can be found here.
- See the possibility of reserving seats, paying for checked luggage, or upgrading to a higher class here.
- The prices refer to Croatia Airlines return flights and include airport taxes and the Ticket Service Charge for purchase on our website or mobile application.
- The number of seats available at the above given prices are limited on each flight.
- Prices can vary due to changes of airport taxes.
Additional benefits included in the price:
- Food and drinks
- CROATIA travel magazine
- Web check-in or check-in at the airport
- Reward miles in the Miles & More program or in another program of one of the airlines in the Star Alliance group
Find out more:
| City | Transport information |
|---|---|
| Dubrovnik | Platanus Travel Agency travel agency's bus stations: - Main bus station – Gruž - bus station next to Grawe insurance building - Cable car bus station - Main bus station For more infomation please contact Platanus Travel Agency (Tel: +385 20 358 516) or Dubrovnik Airport (Tel: +385 20 773 100). |
| Pula | Bus transport has been organised in cooperation with the company Flis d.o.o., and passengers will be transported by shuttle bus from the city of Pula to the Airport and back. During April, the bus timetable will follow the flight schedule, and starting from May buses will depart every hour. You can view the schedule here. The price of one ticket is HRK 30, and tickets can be purchased in the bus or online. Find out more here. |
| Split | Bus transport is organized in co-operation with Platanus d.o.o.. You can check the timetable. Contact: tel. +385 99/3559 222; e-mail: shuttle_bus_split@platanus.hr; website: www.platanus.hr. |
| Zadar | Bus transport is organized in co-operation with Liburnija, and the bus leaves the airport soon after the arrival of Croatia Airlines scheduled flight or 75 minutes before its departure. You can find more details here or call +385-23-250-094. |
| Zagreb | Bus transport is organized in co-operation with Pleso Prijevoz. You can check the timetable here For all departures before 6 a.m. and after 8 p.m. please look for information on +385-1-6331-982, e-mail: plesoprijevoz@plesoprijevoz.hr or at www.plesoprijevoz.hr |
Croatia Airlines operates direct flights from Istanbul to Split, providing a convenient connection between Türkiye and the Croatian Adriatic coast.
Direct flights from Istanbul to Split take approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.
Yes. Croatia Airlines operates direct flights Istanbul to Split, allowing passengers to travel conveniently from Istanbul to Split without a connection.
Ticket prices depend on several factors, including travel dates, seat availability, flight occupancy and how far in advance you book. We recommend booking early to take advantage of the best available fares.
Trip duration
Price for return flight per 1 adult passenger and includes taxes and fees.