Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Flights from AMS to SAW start from 11:10 — the earliest with Pegasus. The latest departure is at 18:45 with Pegasus. Overall, you can choose from 19 weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your AMS to SAW flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pegasus Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Pegasus Airlines on this route.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates AMS to SAW flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between AMS and SAW include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
Bucharest Otopeni Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
At the moment, 83 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 147 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from AMS to SAW.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from AMS to SAW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Amsterdam Schiphol Airport from central Amsterdam, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near AMS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
If you're getting in on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SAW:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Sabiha Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AMS to SAW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
