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Overview of Istanbul
Flights to Istanbul land in the only city that sits on two continents, split by the Bosphorus and layered with Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman history.
Mosques, palaces, bazaars and ferry rides between Europe and Asia make it a city that rewards slow days as much as busy ones.
About Istanbul Airport (IST)
Most flights to Istanbul arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST), which sits about 22 miles northwest of the city centre.
- Istanbul Airport (IST): The main gateway for travellers visiting Türkiye.
- Location: About 22 miles northwest of the city centre.
- Getting into town: The M11 metro line and Havaist coaches connect the airport with the city.
- At the airport: Modern terminals with shopping, restaurants, lounges and passenger services.
Tip: check your terminal before you travel — transfers between terminals can take longer than expected.
Best Time to Visit Istanbul
- April – June: Mild spring weather and gardens in bloom.
- July – August: Hot and busy, with long evenings by the water.
- September – November: Warm days, cooler nights and fewer visitors.
- December – March: Cool and occasionally snowy, with the lowest crowds.
Shoulder seasons usually offer the best balance of weather, availability and fares.
Top Places to Visit in Istanbul
- Hagia Sophia: Cathedral, then mosque, then museum, then mosque again.
- Blue Mosque: The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, opposite Hagia Sophia.
- Topkapi Palace: Ottoman court, treasury and gardens above the Bosphorus.
- Grand Bazaar: One of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world.
- Bosphorus ferry: An inexpensive crossing between the European and Asian sides.
- Basilica Cistern: A vast underground Roman water store beneath the old city.
Popular Airlines Flying to Istanbul
- Turkish Airlines
- Pegasus Airlines
- Emirates
- Qatar Airways
- Lufthansa
Routes and carriers change through the year — search your dates to see who is flying.
Travel Tips for Istanbul
- Dress modestly for mosque visits and check prayer times before arriving.
- An Istanbulkart covers metro, tram, bus and the ferries.
- Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) is the second airport — confirm which one you fly into.
- The ferry is the cheapest sightseeing in the city.
- Agree prices before buying in the bazaars.
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