Travelling from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Glasgow. Check out your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Glasgow. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow to IST. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Glasgow to IST with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GLA and IST include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Break up your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport with a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). A major connection between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and IST, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to IST flight:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Book a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul is about 32 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is ₹ 6,631. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 11,269. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Glasgow to IST if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). August is when most people travel to Istanbul. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your Glasgow to IST flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 225 kilometres south-east to Eskisehir to check off its leading sights. From Eskişehir to Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Adapazarı is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 153 kilometres east of Istanbul. No trip is complete without experiencing Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami.
