Cheap flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul (SJJ to IST)

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Butmir Airport to IST last minute?

Booking your journey from Butmir Airport to IST at the last minute could save you a pretty penny if you get lucky and find a terrific deal. However, tickets usually don’t get cheaper as the date of departure nears. If you procrastinate, flights could also be booked solid or the best seats long gone. If you’d rather err on the side of caution, book well ahead of when you want to leave. Keep in mind that some of the best deals can be found up to a year in advance. If your preferred airline hasn’t released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.

What airports do you fly into for Istanbul from Sarajevo?

With Istanbul (IST), Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) and Ataturk Intl. Airport (IST) to pick from, traveling from Sarajevo to Istanbul is simple. The city’s busiest terminal, Istanbul (IST), is around 20 mi northwest of the downtown area. Along with ticket costs, consider factors like train or bus options from the airport and the distance to your hotel when deciding where to fly into. Get your Istanbul trip off to a flying start by exploring Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

Can I change the date of my flight from Sarajevo Intl. Airport (SJJ) to IST?

It’s easy to make changes to your SJJ to IST trip yourself. Just go to the Expedia Trips portal and hit “change flight.” Browse around for new flights and book the one that better fits your plans. You’ll get an estimate of your flight change fee, if applicable. You can also head to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to your questions.

Travel information

Origin airport	Sarajevo Intl.
Destination airport	Istanbul
Distance	558 mi

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The cheapest times to fly from Sarajevo to Istanbul

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul are during the month of . You can find some of the cheapest flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Sarajevo to Istanbul

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Sarajevo to Istanbul: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Sarajevo to Istanbul

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Sarajevo to Istanbul in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Sarajevo to Istanbul flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Sarajevo to Istanbul airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.