Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Vienna and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Choose from 42 weekly Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 06:45 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:00.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your VIE to IST flight.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Flying into Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
₹ 6,768 is the best price for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 15,160. These fares can change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from VIE to IST by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Of the departures from Vienna International Airport, 78.59% arrive on time at their destination.
Vienna International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near VIE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're on a late Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a 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.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before you travel.
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 there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
Before locking in your flight from Vienna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from VIE to IST sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are highlights.