Bursa to Plovdiv flights
Plovdiv lies 421 km (262 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 17 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 | Plovdiv | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Bulgaria |
| Population | 3.1 million | 329,489 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 163 m (535 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) |
| Nearest large airport | SAW, 81 km out | PDV, 13 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Plovdiv
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 Plovdiv
Plovdiv is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Plovdiv International Airport (PDV), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plovdiv International Airport | PDV | 13 km (8 mi) | 8,202 ft | 597 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Plovdiv from Bursa?
421 km (262 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Bursa.
How long does it take to get from Bursa to Plovdiv by air?
About 1 h 17 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 Plovdiv?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Bursa to Plovdiv flights?
Typically Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Plovdiv International Airport (PDV).
What currency do I need in Plovdiv?
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.