Gaziemir to Pendik, Istanbul Flights (ADB-SAW)

🇹🇷 ADB

Gaziemir

214 mi

SAW 🇹🇷

Pendik, Istanbul

Adnan Menderes International Airport Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport 6 airlines

The Gaziemir to Pendik, Istanbul route connects Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB) in TR with Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) in TR. This short-haul flight covers approximately 214 miles (344 km) with a typical flight time of 51m. This route is served by 6 airlines: Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, AJet and others. AirportRoutes has tracked 50 unique flight numbers on this route.

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About This Route

Route Overview

The Gaziemir (ADB) → Pendik, Istanbul (SAW) route links İzmir’s main airport with Istanbul’s Asian-side gateway over 214 miles (344 km). Flights are typically 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes, making it a fast alternative to long intercity drives and bus rides. Travelers choose this hop for easy access to Anatolian Istanbul—including Pendik, Kartal, and Kadıköy—and for convenient onward connections from SAW to domestic and regional destinations. It’s popular for business trips between Turkey’s Aegean hub and its largest city, as well as weekend breaks, medical visits, and same-day meetings. With frequent departures, the route offers flexibility and often competitive fares compared with peak-season ground transport.

Travel Tips

Book early for the best fares, especially around holidays; one-way tickets often range from ₺1,200–₺3,500 (about $40–$115) depending on demand and baggage. At ADB, allow extra time for security during morning peaks, and use online check-in to reduce queues. At SAW, follow signs for Havabus and municipal buses; many travelers connect to Kadıköy or Taksim via bus + metro, while taxis are faster late at night. Expect a short cruise phase on this 214-mile (344 km) sector, so pack essentials (ID, charger, meds) in your personal item. If you have checked luggage, factor in time for baggage claim at SAW, which can be busy during bank holiday waves.

Destination Highlights

Pendik sits on Istanbul’s Asian shore with a relaxed coastal feel, marinas, and easy links to the rest of the city. Stroll the Pendik Sahil seaside promenade for cafés, sea views, and sunset walks, or head to Pendik Marina for dining and shopping by the water. For a quick escape, nearby Aydos Forest offers trails and viewpoints above the urban sprawl. Food highlights include fresh seafood, classic meze, and street favorites like simit and döner; try neighborhood lokantas for hearty Turkish home-style plates. Pendik also works well as a base: you can reach Kadıköy for nightlife and markets, or take ferries toward the Princes’ Islands for a slower-paced day trip.

Best Time to Fly

Late spring and early autumn—April–June and September–October—balance mild weather with steadier prices. Summer (July–August) brings heat, school holidays, and higher demand, often pushing fares upward. Winter can be cooler and wetter, and occasional fog or storms may affect schedules, but pricing is frequently lower. Aim for midweek flights for better deals, and watch for peaks around Ramadan Bayramı (Eid al-Fitr) and Kurban Bayramı (Eid al-Adha) when both tickets and ground transport fill quickly.

AI-Generated Content: This information was compiled using AI from web sources on Dec 25, 2025. Content may not be current; please verify with airlines before booking.

Departure Airport

Adnan Menderes International Airport

ICAO Code:: LTBJ
IATA Code:: ADB
City:: 🇹🇷 Gaziemir
Country:: TR
Elevation:: 412 ft

Destination Airport

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport

ICAO Code:: LTFJ
IATA Code:: SAW
City:: 🇹🇷 Pendik, Istanbul
Country:: TR
Elevation:: 312 ft

Operators

Tracked Flights

214

Miles

51m

Flight Duration

Route Map

Real Flight Path

Flight data from Opensky (Dec 25, 2025)
Map data © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap contributors

Operating Airlines

Airline	ICAO	IATA
Pegasus Airlines	`PGT`	`PC`
Turkish Airlines	`THY`	`TK`
AJet	`TKJ`	`VF`
Fly-SAX	`EXZ`	`B5`
Smart Lynx	`ART`	`6Y`
Redstar Aviation	`RHH`	`-`

Flight Schedule Pattern

Day	Flights Observed	Frequency
Monday	109	13%
Tuesday	124	15%
Wednesday	122	15%
Thursday	146	18%
Friday	127	15%
Saturday	100	12%
Sunday	99	12%

Pattern Analysis

50 Tracked Flights:

Data Points: 827
API observations used to build this analysis

Weekdays: 628 flights
Weekend: 199 flights

Business Route More active on weekdays

All Flight Routes

6 Routes

Note: This table shows aggregated route data by airline. Each airline may operate multiple daily flights at different times. See the "Spotted Departure Times" section below for all observed departure times.

Airline	Flight Numbers	Aircraft Type	Typical Time	Days Active	Last Seen	Status
AJet `TKJ` / `VF`		B738	10:55 10:55 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Fly-SAX `EXZ` / `B5`		A321	21:10 9:10 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Pegasus Airlines `PGT` / `PC`		B738	11:40 11:40 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Redstar Aviation `RHH`	-	CL60	-	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Smart Lynx `ART` / `6Y`	-	A321	-	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active
Turkish Airlines `THY` / `TK`		A20N	10:55 10:55 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jul 2, 2026	Active

Total Routes: 6

Active Routes: 6

Unique Airlines: 6

Aircraft Types: 6

Spotted Departure Times

Departure Time	Operator	ICAO	IATA
10:55 10:55 AM	AJet	`TKJ`	`VF`
10:55 10:55 AM	Turkish Airlines	`THY`	`TK`
11:40 11:40 AM	Pegasus Airlines	`PGT`	`PC`
21:10 9:10 PM	Fly-SAX	`EXZ`	`B5`

Time Information

Times are shown in the departure airport's local timezone (LTBJ - Europe/Istanbul).

Total Departure Times: 4

Time Range:
10:55 - 21:10

These are typical departure times observed from actual flights. Times may vary by season and schedule changes.

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