Bursa to Burgas flights
Burgas lies 289 km (180 mi) north-west of Bursa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 7 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Bursa | Burgas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Bulgaria |
| Population | 3.1 million | 210,646 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) |
| Nearest large airport | SAW, 81 km out | BOJ, 8 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Burgas
Crossing from Turkey into Bulgaria: money changes from the Lira to the Lev (BGN); the dialling code becomes +359; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Bursa
Bursa is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), 81 km (50 mi) from the centre, whose 11,614-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI, 43 km).
Arriving in Burgas
Burgas is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Burgas Airport (BOJ), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 10,499-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Varna Airport (VAR, 86 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgas Airport | BOJ | 8 km (5 mi) | 10,499 ft | 135 ft |
| Varna Airport | VAR | 86 km (53 mi) | 8,258 ft | 230 ft |
Book a flight to Burgas
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Burgas
Live rooms and prices for Burgas are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Burgas
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Burgas from Bursa?
289 km (180 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bursa.
How long does it take to get from Bursa to Burgas by air?
About 1 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bursa and Burgas?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bursa to Burgas flights?
Typically Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Burgas Airport (BOJ); Burgas also has VAR.
What currency do I need in Burgas?
The Lev (BGN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.