Flying from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Indianapolis.
To ensure you get on your IND to IST flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Indianapolis International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. These are the top stopovers between IND and IST:
O'Hare International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
At the moment, ₹ 58,492 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 57,896. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from IND to IST. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IND to IST by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
IND is located at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Of all flights departing from Indianapolis International Airport, 79.86% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Indianapolis International Airport from central Indianapolis, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to IND? If you're catching an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you're catching a late Indianapolis International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Istanbul in February.
Before locking in your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from IND to IST 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 done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
