Flying from Malatya Airport (MLX) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Malatya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Malatya and Istanbul are in the same timezone, UTC+3.
Every week, there are 14 Malatya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, jump on the 06:05 AJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:20 with Pegasus.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MLX to SAW flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with Pegasus. This popular carrier has direct flights from Malatya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Pegasus on this route.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier operating MLX to SAW flights. An exceptional 80.25% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Malatya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is a sought-after stop between MLX and SAW.
How to find the cheapest flights from Malatya Airport (MLX) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Right now, 31 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Malatya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 63 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MLX to SAW.
The cheapest month for flights from Malatya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Malatya Airport (MLX)
78.5% of flights taking off from Malatya Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Malatya Airport from central Malatya, it takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
If you're getting in on a late Malatya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near SAW:
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Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Malatya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Malatya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MLX to SAW around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
