Travelling from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport (PFO): What you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport (PFO) taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The timezone in Paphos is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul. Paphos International Airport is located in Paphos.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to PFO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to PFO leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport, browse these options when setting off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to PFO flight:
76.93% of all departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Paphos International Airport (PFO)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PFO:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Paphos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Elephant Rent A Car, Get Your Car or Aercar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Paphos and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Paphos International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport (PFO)
At the moment, 59 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 144 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to PFO. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Istanbul to Paphos International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport (PFO)
April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport (PFO), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Paphos based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Paphos is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Istanbul to PFO plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport in February when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Paphos
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Paphos right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Paphos International Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. House of Dionysos, Paphos Mosaics and Pafos are must-visits when exploring Paphos.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've done Paphos, now it's time to discover more of Cyprus. Travel about 105 kilometres east to Larnaca to check off its leading sights. From Sunset point to Mackenzie Beach and Old Turkish Quarter (Skala), you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometres east of Paphos, Famagusta is another essential stop in Cyprus. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Silver Beach, Glapsides Beach and the Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque (St. Nicolas Cathedral).
