Flying from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport (DRW). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Darwin is 6 hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin, which operates on the UTC+9:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Istanbul to DRW. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your trip. When searching for a flight from Istanbul to DRW, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Changi International Airport (SIN) is an option if you're flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
From the centre of Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to DRW:
About Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DRW instead:
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
Darwin International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Darwin. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 12 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
For a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport, ₹ 38,557 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from ₹ 113,370. These are currently the lowest fares but may change based on availability.
We recommend booking as early as possible to secure flight tickets from Istanbul to DRW. You're more likely to score a great deal and have more options for departure times and travel dates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
February is the quietest time to fly to Darwin. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Darwin. The warmest month is November. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to DRW during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport in July when temperatures average between 18ºC and 31ºC.
More about Darwin
Start your Darwin trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Darwin International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Mindil Beach, Crocosaurus Cove and Crocodylus Park are top attractions which should be on every Darwin itinerary.
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