Flying from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport (GNJ): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport (GNJ). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
2 hours 25 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Istanbul to Ganja International Airport flight.
Gyandzha is one hour ahead of Istanbul. Ganja International Airport is located in Gyandzha, which follows the UTC+4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to GNJ, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport (GNJ) can be booked from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport taking off from IST.
Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines from IST to GNJ.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Thinking of flying out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Ganja International Airport (GNJ) plane tickets are available from here.
From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to GNJ are available with Pegasus.
Pegasus is the go-to airline for bookings on the SAW to GNJ route.
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to GNJ flight:
76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Ganja International Airport (GNJ)
Get off your flight from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you need a comfortable option a quick drive from GNJ, head for Old City Ganja.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport (GNJ)
63 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport. Return flights start at 135 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to GNJ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Istanbul to Ganja International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to GNJ is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport (GNJ)
Understand your travel style before deciding when to book your flight from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport (GNJ). Gyandzha buzzes during peak season, but flight and hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Visit in a low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Istanbul to GNJ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Gyandzha, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Ganja International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
Explore more of Azerbaijan
You've done Gyandzha, now it's time to explore other corners of Azerbaijan. Travel about 290 kilometres east to Sumqayıt to check off its top attractions. From Heydər Əliyev Mərkəzi to Novkhani Beach and Heyder Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Any trip through Azerbaijan isn't complete without visiting Saatlı. Heyder Eliyev Merkezi and Xələfli parkı(Khalafli park) are highlights in this well-known destination, which is about 193 kilometres south-east of Gyandzha.
