Flying from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Istanbul's main airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) leaving from either of these.
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport flight.
Istanbul and Izmir (where Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.
With 107 direct flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 1am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from IST to ADB is with Turkish Airlines at 11:55pm.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to ADB.
With more people on the move during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) take off from this terminal.
When leaving from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport with Turkish Airlines.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between IST and ADB is Turkish Airlines.
IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about setting out from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) plane ticket from this hub.
Take a direct flight from Istanbul to ADB with AJet. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of SAW.
On the SAW to ADB route, AJet is the preferred choice for many passengers.
If you're looking for a consistently punctual carrier, book with Pegasus. It boasts an on-time performance of 81.32% for flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Istanbul to ADB flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ADB:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Essence or Goldcar to explore Izmir and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport flight.
Getting from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) to central Izmir
Central Izmir is around 14 kilometres from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
21 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport. A return flight starts from 40 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To snag cheap flights from Istanbul to ADB, book your ticket nine months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB). August is the busiest month to visit Izmir. If crowds aren't your thing, go in April.
Lock in an Istanbul to ADB plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Izmir to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Izmir
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Izmir:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Kordonboyu are attractions you won't want to skip in Izmir.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Izmir, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Bursa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Old Bursa Historic Houses to Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Balikesir, about 161 kilometres north-east of Izmir. Sakarya Cami, 15 Temmuz Şehitler Parkı and Çamlık Hills are key reasons to visit.
