Amsterdam to Istanbul flights – the most comfortable way to fly
2 airlines fly nonstop between Amsterdam and Istanbul, about 28 flights a week. The flight takes 3h 20m and covers 2,184 km. The most comfortable economy seat is on Turkish Airlines's Airbus A321neo. There's no lie-flat business class on this route.
Most comfortable economy
- 31″ legroom
- 18.0″ wide seat
- Cabin altitude 8,000 ft
- Wi-Fi
- Power
Most comfortable business
- 38″ legroom
- 21.0″ wide seat
- No middle seats
- Cabin altitude 8,000 ft
- Wi-Fi
- Power
Nonstop flights from Amsterdam to Istanbul
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Aircraft | Economy | Business | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines TK520 AMS → IST |
08:10 | 3h 20m | 737 MAX 8 Narrow-body |
4.5Okay | 7.4Very comfortable | MTWTFSS |
| KLM KL2999 AMS → IST |
08:25 | 3h 20m | 737-800 Narrow-body |
3.8Cramped | 5.5Comfortable | MTWTFSS |
| Turkish Airlines TK3978 AMS → IST |
15:55 | 3h 20m | A321neo Narrow-body |
5.3Okay | 7.4Very comfortable | MTWTFSS |
| KLM KL1465 AMS → IST |
16:10 | 3h 20m | A321neo Narrow-body |
5.3Okay | 6.1Comfortable | MTWTFSS |
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Istanbul?
A nonstop flight from Amsterdam to Istanbul takes about 3 h 20 min and covers 2,184 km.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Amsterdam to Istanbul?
KLM and Turkish Airlines fly nonstop, with about 28 flights a week.
What is the most comfortable economy seat from Amsterdam to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines on the Airbus A321neo: 3-3 layout, 31″ legroom and 18.0″ wide seats – comfort score 5.3/10 (okay).
Is there lie-flat business class from Amsterdam to Istanbul?
No – business class on this route is recliner (domestic first) (2-2). The best is Turkish Airlines on the Boeing 737 MAX 8, comfort score 7.4/10.
Can I fly with my dog from Amsterdam to Istanbul?
Yes – KLM and Turkish Airlines take small dogs in the cabin (usually up to 8 kg including the bag).
Is business class worth it from Amsterdam to Istanbul?
Business is a wide recliner with more legroom for about 252% more than economy on Turkish Airlines – SkyBuddy's upgrade score: 1.2/10 (not worth it).
Which aircraft fly from Amsterdam to Istanbul?
Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8, and Boeing 737-800.
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