Flying from Erzurum Airport (ERZ) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport.
Erzurum and Istanbul share the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Take your pick of 19 weekly Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flights. The 08:35 departure with AJet is the earliest flight you can take. Pegasus operates the latest service of the day at 23:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your ERZ to SAW flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Getting to Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with AJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is AJet.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers ERZ to SAW flights, with 74.77% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to check out a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Antalya Airport is a well-known stop between ERZ and SAW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Erzurum Airport (ERZ) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight is 38 €. A return fare is currently 78 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ERZ to SAW, book your journey 11 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport.
Handy information about Erzurum Airport (ERZ)
Of all flights leaving Erzurum Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Erzurum Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Erzurum. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, take a look at Hotel Zade. It's a short drive from ERZ.
Arriving at Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Consider booking a hotel close to SAW if you're taking a late Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Istanbul Sabiha Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Sabiha Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of around 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Erzurum Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ERZ to SAW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around 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 experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key highlights.
