Flying from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV): What you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) heading out from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Trivandrum International Airport is located in Thiruvananthapuram. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to TRV.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to TRV. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Velana International Airport (MLE)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and TRV:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to TRV 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 highlights how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TRV instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport is 149 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 364 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to TRV. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Istanbul to TRV.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV). August is when most people travel to Thiruvananthapuram. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Thiruvananthapuram is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Istanbul to TRV plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Thiruvananthapuram
Start your Thiruvananthapuram trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Trivandrum International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Puthenmalika (Kuthiramalika) Palace and Padmanabha Swamy Temple Entrance are leading attractions which should be on any good Thiruvananthapuram itinerary.
Explore more of India
You've seen Thiruvananthapuram, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Coimbatore to tick off its popular sights. From Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park to Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in India, consider Madurai, about 209 kilometres north-east of Thiruvananthapuram. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple and Meenakshi Amman temple koothiyarkundu are among the biggest draws.
