Flying from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Izmir and Istanbul follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Each week, there are 100 Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 04:15 AJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:55 with AJet.
Leave enough time to make your ADB to SAW flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Pegasus. This popular airline offers direct flights from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Pegasus on this route.
Pegasus is a leader in on-time performance for ADB to SAW flights, with 83.27% of services landing on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ADB and SAW include:
Antalya Airport
Esenboga International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight is R 398. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 839. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from ADB to SAW, book your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding cheap flights from ADB to SAW is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from ADB arrive on schedule 83.68% of the time.
Central Izmir to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near ADB? If you're boarding an early flight from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
If you have a late Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near SAW:
Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
From Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport for August if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ADB to SAW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include 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 trip is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.