Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Venice: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Venice and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Venice is UTC+1. The city is two hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Airport is located.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is the most popular route, with 21 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from IST to VCE is with Turkish Airlines at 18:10. Opt for the first departure with Turkish Airlines at 06:45 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid missing your IST to Venice flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Start your trip at IST and travel nonstop to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Istanbul Airport to Venice tickets.
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Venice.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from IST to Venice, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
IST is around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a hotel near IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Venice, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Venice
57 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Venice flight. A return ticket right now is 126 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before you want to travel. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IST to Venice.
The best month for landing cheap Istanbul Airport to Venice tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Save money on your flight from Istanbul Airport to Venice with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The distance from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to VCE if you have a late flight from Istanbul Airport to Venice. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from IST to Venice.
Venice Treviso Airport (TSF)
After your flight from Istanbul Airport to Venice has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Venice is roughly 32 kilometres from Venice Treviso Airport (TSF).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TSF. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your IST to Venice flight:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at TSF will help you save.
Best time to go to Venice
June is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Venice. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Venice in December.
The warmest month in Venice is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Istanbul Airport to Venice plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from IST to Venice around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Venice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Venice right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul Airport to Venice:
Saint Mark's Basilica and Canal Grande are a couple of major attractions to add to your Venice itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at St. Mark's Square.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Venice, now it's time to discover other parts of Italy. Journey about 402 kilometres south to Rome to tick off its must-visit sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Milan is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 241 kilometres west of Venice. No trip is complete without a visit to Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.