Flying from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is five hours 30 minutes ahead of St John's and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your YYT to IST flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Currently, 353 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way St. John's International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 642 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from YYT to IST. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from St. John's International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about St. John's International Airport (YYT)
62.67% of flights that leave from St. John's International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach St. John's International Airport from central St John's, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
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Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're arriving on a late St. John's International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near IST:
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To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from St. John's International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from St. John's International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YYT to IST sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are among the biggest draws.