Travelling from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul five hours behind Singapore.
Flights from SIN to IST start from 01:50 — the first with Singapore Airlines. The last departure is at 23:25 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 21 weekly Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SIN to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SIN and IST:
Dubai Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
Right now, 264 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 462 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from SIN to IST, book your journey two months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from SIN to IST is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
74% of flights departing from Singapore Changi Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Singapore Changi Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SIN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SIN to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If there's time to check out another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key highlights.




