Flying from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport (AAL): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport (AAL). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
The timezone in Aalborg is UTC+1, which is 2 hours behind Istanbul. Aalborg Airport is located in Aalborg.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to AAL. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Istanbul to AAL leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is about 48 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and AAL include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 57 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to AAL:
About Aalborg Airport (AAL)
Reserve a hotel close to AAL if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Aalborg Airport (AAL) to central Aalborg
Aalborg Airport to the centre of Aalborg takes around 14 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 21 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport (AAL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport is 81 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 238 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from Istanbul to AAL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport (AAL)
June is the busiest month to board a flight from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport while December is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Aalborg, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul to AAL for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Aalborg to range from 11ºC to 24ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Aalborg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Aalborg right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Aalborg Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Aalborg Historical Museum, Utzon Centre and Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Aalborg itinerary.
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