Travelling from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for around 9 hours 5 minutes.
Noi Bai International Airport is located in Hanoi. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is four hours behind Hanoi.
With eight flights a week between the two airports, Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the busiest route. Catch Turkish Airlines's 08:15 flight to get your trip from HAN to IST underway.
To avoid missing your HAN to Istanbul flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll be landing.
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from HAN to Istanbul. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Travelling from central Hanoi to HAN takes around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near HAN:
Of all flights leaving Noi Bai International Airport, 75.32% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul flight is 202 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 490 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from HAN to Istanbul by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from HAN to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your HAN to Istanbul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be off and running.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before securing your flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Istanbul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in a Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HAN to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.