Direct (nonstop) flights from Gdansk to Istanbul

1 airline flys nonstop from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (GDN) to Istanbul Airport (IST). It's 1,022 miles (1,645 km), about 2h 45m in the air. Operated by LOT - Polish Airlines.

GDN
Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport
🇵🇱 Gdansk, Poland
IST
Istanbul Airport
🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkiye
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,022 mi
1,645 km
CO₂/pax
173 kg
−41 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
LOT - Polish Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by LOT - Polish Airlines LOT - Polish Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

LOT - Polish Airlines LO LOT - Polish Airlines
Route
GDN → IST
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,022 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Gdansk to Istanbul with one stop · direct emits 173 kg CO₂ per passenger

GDN WAW (Warsaw) IST
Leg 1: 1h (185 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (838 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDN → WAW
1h · 185 mi
View GDN to WAW flights →
Leg 2
WAW → IST
2h 40m · 838 mi
View WAW to IST flights →
GDN OTP (Bucharest) IST
Leg 1: 2h 13m (758 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (265 mi) Total: ~3h 43m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDN → OTP
2h 13m · 758 mi
View GDN to OTP flights →
Leg 2
OTP → IST
1h 30m · 265 mi
View OTP to IST flights →
GDN KRK (Krakow) IST
Leg 1: 1h 15m (303 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (746 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDN → KRK
1h 15m · 303 mi
View GDN to KRK flights →
Leg 2
KRK → IST
2h 30m · 746 mi
View KRK to IST flights →
GDN BUD (Budapest) IST
Leg 1: 1h 35m (481 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (633 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDN → BUD
1h 35m · 481 mi
View GDN to BUD flights →
Leg 2
BUD → IST
2h 15m · 633 mi
View BUD to IST flights →
GDN TGD (Podgorica) IST
Leg 1: 2h 15m (831 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (496 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GDN → TGD
2h 15m · 831 mi
View GDN to TGD flights →
Leg 2
TGD → IST
1h 45m · 496 mi
View TGD to IST flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Gdansk to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Gdansk (GDN) to Istanbul (IST) takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,022 miles (1,645 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Gdansk to Istanbul?

Just LOT - Polish Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Gdansk to Istanbul?

Yes. 1 airline: LOT - Polish Airlines.

How far is Gdansk from Istanbul?

The flight distance from Gdansk to Istanbul is 1,022 miles (1,645 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Gdansk and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 1 hour ahead of Gdansk. (Europe/Warsaw vs Europe/Istanbul.)

What type of aircraft flies from Gdansk to Istanbul?

At 2h 45m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Poland to Turkiye?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Turkiye embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Gdansk to Istanbul?

Roughly 173 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 865 km.

Is the return flight from Istanbul to Gdansk also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Gdansk to Istanbul?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.