Flying from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) begins with finding the best airport to start your journey. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is 7 hours ahead of Toronto. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul.
To ensure you get on your flight from Toronto to SAW, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Split up your flight from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and SAW include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 39 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to SAW:
About Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider booking a hotel close to SAW if you're catching a late flight from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 57 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from 241 € or travel return from just 531 €. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from Toronto to SAW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the most popular month to travel to Istanbul. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Istanbul. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Toronto to SAW during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Toronto to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
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