Flight

It is very easy to reach Istanbul from abroad via the airport. Istanbul has two major airports that receive flights from all over the world: Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).

Istanbul Airport is the newer of the two airports and is located on the European side of Istanbul, about 45 minutes from the city center. It is one of the largest airports in the world and has a wide range of amenities, including restaurants, shops, and lounges.

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located on the Asian side of Istanbul, about 50 minutes from the city center. It is smaller than Istanbul Airport, but it is still a major international airport.

There are many different airlines that offer direct flights to Istanbul from all over the world. Some of the major airlines that fly to Istanbul include:

  • Turkish Airlines
  • Pegasus Airlines
  • SunExpress
  • Vueling
  • Ryanair
  • EasyJet
  • British Airways
  • Lufthansa
  • Air France
  • KLM
  • Emirates

Once you arrive at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport, there are a number of ways to get to the city center. The most convenient option is to take a taxi. Taxis are available outside the arrivals terminal and the journey to the city center takes about 45-50 minutes.

Another option is to take the metro. The metro is a fast and efficient way to get to the city center. The M11 metro line connects Istanbul Airport directly to the city center in about 35 minutes. The metro fare is 12 Turkish lira.

There are also several bus companies that offer services from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen Airport to the city center. The bus fare is around 10-15 Turkish lira and the journey takes about 45-50 minutes.

If you are staying at a hotel, you can also ask them if they offer airport transfers. Many hotels offer this service at a reasonable price.

Overall, it is very easy to reach Istanbul from abroad via the airport. There are many different airlines that offer direct flights to Istanbul and there are a number of convenient transportation options available from the airports to the city center.

As WellTourTurkey, we arrange the most suitable flight plan for you and meet you at the airport when you get off your plane.