Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Istanbul is seven hours ahead of Orlando and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your MCO to SAW flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MCO and SAW include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
268 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Return flights start at 708 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from MCO to SAW, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Orlando International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from MCO to SAW is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MCO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Orlando International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Orlando International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MCO to SAW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key reasons to visit.