Flying from Istanbul to Graz Airport (GRZ): What you need to know
Istanbul's main base, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Istanbul to Graz Airport (GRZ).
The timezone in Graz is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul. Graz Airport is located in Graz.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to GRZ.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to GRZ. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Airport (IST). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Graz Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Graz Airport (GRZ) plane ticket with departures from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Work out whether departing from SAW makes the most sense for you.
Get on your direct flight from Istanbul to GRZ with Pegasus. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of SAW.
Pegasus Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from SAW to GRZ.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Graz Airport, with 76.92% of its services landing on time.
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to GRZ flight? Check in to a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
About Graz Airport (GRZ)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Graz Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near GRZ:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Istanbul to Graz Airport flight.
Getting from Graz Airport (GRZ) to central Graz
From Graz Airport, central Graz is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Graz Airport (GRZ)
At the moment, ₹ 7,092 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Graz Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 15,058. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to GRZ, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Istanbul to Graz Airport ticket.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to GRZ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Istanbul to Graz Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Graz Airport (GRZ)
January is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Graz Airport (GRZ), while June is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Graz based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Istanbul to GRZ plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Graz, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January has temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Graz Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Graz
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Graz Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Graz:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Schloss Eggenberg are highlights which should be on every Graz itinerary.
Explore more of Austria
You've visited Graz, now it's time to discover more of Austria. Travel around 153 kilometres northeast to Vienna to check off its top sights. From Historic Centre of Vienna to Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Austria, consider Linz, about 177 kilometres northwest of Graz. Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz) are the start of reasons to visit.
