Flying from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
The average length of a direct Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport flight is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Salzburg is two hours behind Istanbul. W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport is located in Salzburg, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) is the busiest route, with 8 direct services each week. Travel from IST to SZG on Turkish Airlines's 7:45am departure.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to SZG.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
You can get away on a direct flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline operates services from IST.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from IST to SZG.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and SZG include:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Skopje International Airport (SKP)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car 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 hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to SZG flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SZG instead:
Grab a W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport rental car and discover Salzburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dryyve, Mega Drive and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) to central Salzburg
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport to central Salzburg is around 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)
At the moment, 72 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 148 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to SZG if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)
November is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Salzburg based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Salzburg is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Istanbul to SZG plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Salzburg
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Salzburg right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Old town Salzburg, Salzburg Old Town and Selzburg are top sights which should be on any well-planned Salzburg itinerary.
Explore more of Austria
You've done Salzburg, now it's time to explore other parts of Austria. Journey about 257 kilometres east to Vienna to tick off its leading attractions. From Historic Centre of Vienna to Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Austria, consider Graz, about 193 kilometres south-east of Salzburg. Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs are the start of reasons to visit.