Flying from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is three hours ahead of Aberdeen, where Aberdeen International Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your ABZ to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from ABZ to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Travelling from central Aberdeen to ABZ takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ABZ:
Of all flights departing from Aberdeen International Airport, 68.69% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Istanbul
The best price we've seen for a one-way Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul flight is R 1,054. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,632. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ABZ to Istanbul, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul ticket.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car to explore Istanbul and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from ABZ to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your ABZ to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be on your way in a flash.
Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Istanbul in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Book an Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ABZ to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top sights which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
