Travelling from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll catch your flight from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the two main airports in Houston.
12 hours is the average duration of a direct Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Houston.
The busiest route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). There are 10 direct services every week. Turkish Airlines operates a 2:25pm departure between IAH and IST.
Your flight from Houston to IST won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Reach your destination without the detour from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Nonstop flights from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) are available from here.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport departing from IAH.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines between IAH and IST.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Houston to IST. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, data shows 78.42% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, check out these options when taking off from William P. Hobby Airport:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Houston to IST flight? Kick back in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
William P. Hobby Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 81.06% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Book a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Pick one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Istanbul. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Currently, 199 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 526 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from Houston to IST by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Find an affordable flight from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Istanbul. August is when most people book flights from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Houston to IST plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Houston to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Your visit to Istanbul isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 225 kilometres south-east to Eskisehir to tick off its top sights. From Eskişehir to Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres east of Istanbul, Adapazarı is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami.
