Travelling from Saint John Airport (YSJ) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is six hours ahead of Saint John, where Saint John Airport is located.
Leave enough time to get on your YSJ to Istanbul flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Saint John, YSJ can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near YSJ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Saint John Airport to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to Saint John Airport's on-time performance, 77.05% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Saint John Airport (YSJ) to Istanbul
₹ 65,054 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Saint John Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 89,291. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YSJ to Istanbul if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Saint John Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
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 leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from YSJ to Istanbul can help you get the best possible rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Saint John Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your YSJ to Istanbul flight, kick back at a hotel near SAW. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Visit Istanbul in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Saint John Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Saint John Airport to Istanbul flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YSJ to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Saint John Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should be on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
