Travelling from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is three hours ahead of Aberdeen.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ABZ to Istanbul flight.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from ABZ to Istanbul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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The journey from central Aberdeen to ABZ takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ABZ:
Of the departures from Aberdeen International Airport, 68.69% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Istanbul
The best price we've seen for a one-way Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul flight is ₹ 10,505. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 23,380. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ABZ to Istanbul, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from ABZ to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your ABZ to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Istanbul in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Book an Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ABZ to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are leading attractions which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.