Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO): what you need to know
Lucknow is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your IST to LKO flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between IST and LKO include:
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
168 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport flight. Return flights start at 387 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from IST to LKO, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from IST to LKO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near IST. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LKO instead:
Getting from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to central Lucknow
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to the centre of Lucknow has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Lucknow in April.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Lucknow, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to LKO in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Lucknow, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Travel around 418 kilometres north-west to Delhi to check off its leading sights. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Kanpur is another well-known destination in India and is around 72 kilometres south-west of Lucknow. No journey is complete without experiencing Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.