Travelling from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll board your flight from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
3 hours 5 minutes is the average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Frankfurt. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is the most popular route. There are 20 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Pegasus at 7:30pm. Opt for the first FRA to SAW departure with Pegasus at 11:35am if getting there sooner works for you.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Frankfurt to SAW.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) can be booked from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport with AJet. This popular carrier operates services from FRA.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with AJet between FRA and SAW.
Pegasus is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to SAW. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Frankfurt Airport:
67.47% of flights that take off from Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Check out these connections between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and SAW:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Frankfurt to SAW flight? Check in to a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53.13%.
About Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near SAW and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Travel at your own pace with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and see more of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to central Istanbul is around 31 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
64 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Return flights start from 89 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap flights from Frankfurt to SAW by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). August is when most people travel to Istanbul. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in April.
Book a Frankfurt to SAW plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
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Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 161 kilometres south-east to Eskisehir to tick off its popular sights. From Eskişehir to Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
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