Flying from Hargeisa Airport (HGA) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Hargeisa (the location of Hargeisa Airport) and Istanbul follow the same timezone — UTC+3.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your HGA to Istanbul flight.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your journey. When searching for a flight ticket from HGA to Istanbul, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is a top stop on this route.
To reach HGA from central Hargeisa, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Of the flights that depart from Hargeisa Airport, 79.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hargeisa Airport (HGA) to Istanbul
₹ 43,007 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Hargeisa Airport to Istanbul flight. Return flight tickets start at ₹ 56,047. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from HGA to Istanbul if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Hargeisa Airport to Istanbul is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across the month and land an incredible deal.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Hargeisa Airport to Istanbul. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from HGA to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Hargeisa Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your HGA to Istanbul flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Hargeisa Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Istanbul in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your Hargeisa Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from HGA to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Hargeisa Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are leading attractions which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
