Flying from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Nuremberg and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from NUE to SAW start from 13:50 — the first with Pegasus. The latest departure is at 17:00 with Pegasus. In total, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your NUE to SAW flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with Pegasus. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Pegasus is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With 70.49% of its services arriving as scheduled, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier operating NUE to SAW flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between NUE and SAW include:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Antalya Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
49 € is currently the best price for a one-way Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Return flights start from 83 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from NUE to SAW by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from NUE to SAW.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
Of all flights leaving Nuremberg Airport, 70.86% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Nuremberg to Nuremberg Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Looking for a handy hotel near NUE? If you're catching an early flight from Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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 get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Nuremberg Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NUE to SAW sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

