Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Paris.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1. The city is two hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Airport is located.
With 52 weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Airport (IST) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the busiest route. Air France operates the earliest flight at 04:20. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from IST to CDG is with Turkish Airlines at 20:35.
To avoid missing your IST to Paris flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Direct Istanbul Airport to Paris tickets are available for booking. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is where you'll arrive.
Choose from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Paris. Get on board with any of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from IST to Paris. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Paris? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near IST:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Paris
The best price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Paris flight is ₹ 3,957. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 11,072. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from IST to Paris, book your journey two months ahead of your departure date.
July is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Istanbul Airport to Paris tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 26 kilometres from central Paris. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Istanbul Airport to Paris. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks before your flight from IST to Paris.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is about 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). After your flight from Istanbul Airport to Paris has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Following your IST to Paris flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to ORY. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Step off your flight from Istanbul Airport to Paris and make your way to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Paris is around 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car.
The journey takes around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling on public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel near BVA. Settle in at one of these options after your IST to Paris flight:
About three weeks before your flight from Istanbul Airport to Paris is a good time to book your ride from BVA. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport's street address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
January is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Paris, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Paris based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Istanbul Airport to Paris plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from IST to Paris around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul Airport to Paris, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are leading attractions which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Paris is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be explored. About 386 kilometres southeast of Paris, a trip to Lyon will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.