Flying from Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport is located in Savannah. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is eight hours ahead of Savannah.
To avoid missing your SAV to Istanbul flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from SAV to Istanbul. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
SAV is around 11 kilometres from central Savannah. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SAV:
Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SAV touch down on schedule 81% of the time.
SAV's address is 400 Airways Avenue.
How to find the cheapest flights from Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) to Istanbul
350 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 839 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SAV to Istanbul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport to Istanbul ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SAV to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from SAV to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
After stepping off your SAV to Istanbul flight, kick back at a hotel near SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
Before locking in your Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAV to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport to Istanbul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are among the biggest draws.
