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Among airlines operating Split to Istanbul Airport flights:

• Croatia Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Only Croatia Airlines operates flights between Split and Istanbul Airport.

Flights from Split to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Split (SPU) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Croatia Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Split to Istanbul Airport.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $203 round-trip, compared to $337 via a layover through Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $24–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Croatia Airlines and Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Most connecting flights from Split to Istanbul Airport pass through Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Split to Istanbul Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $200 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $331, a difference of $131. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Taksim and Istanbul City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

A nonstop flight from Split to Istanbul Airport takes 2h 02m, covering 653 miles.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Split to Istanbul Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 12:55 pm and lands at 2:57 pm
• Latest: departs at 9:20 pm and lands at 11:22 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 02m.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Istanbul Airport is 1 hour ahead of Split (Turkey Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:
· CIRCULAR
· Avec Car Rental
· Ok Mobility
· Alamo
· Autounion Car Rental

Round-trip flights from Split to Istanbul Airport range from $202 to $321, with an average of $278 over the past 12 months. Anything below $202 counts as a good deal.