Flying from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB): What you need to know
The timezone in Coimbatore is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Coimbatore International Airport is located in Coimbatore.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to CJB.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Istanbul to CJB with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IST and CJB include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
IST is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Sharjah International Airport (SHJ). It's a key transfer point for flights from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to CJB flight? Relax in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
77% of flights leaving Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
Consider booking a hotel near CJB if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Getting from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to central Coimbatore
Coimbatore International Airport is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Coimbatore. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
Right now, 181 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 379 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to CJB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to CJB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.
Find the best deal on a flight from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB). Plan your visit to Coimbatore in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Coimbatore is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Istanbul to CJB plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Coimbatore
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Coimbatore International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Coimbatore:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Coimbatore when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park followed by Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.
Explore more of India
Coimbatore is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres north of Coimbatore, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Tirunelveli is another favourite destination in India and is around 274 kilometres south of Coimbatore. No trip is complete without dropping by Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli.
