Travelling from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours ahead of Hannover.
Every week, there are 15 Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, select the 00:50 Pegasus flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 16:10 with Pegasus.
Give yourself enough time to make your HAJ to SAW flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Pegasus offers direct flights from Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Pegasus.
With 77.53% of its services arriving as scheduled, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier operating HAJ to SAW flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HAJ and SAW:
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Milas-Bodrum Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight is ₹ 4,267. A return ticket is currently ₹ 6,980. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HAJ to SAW if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Hannover Airport (HAJ)
Hannover Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from HAJ land at their destination as scheduled 80.22% of the time.
Hannover Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Hannover. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to HAJ:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Istanbul in April.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Hannover Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from HAJ to SAW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.