Flying from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Antalya and Istanbul are both in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from AYT to SAW start from 04:40 — the earliest with AJet. The last departure is at 23:45 with Pegasus. In total, you can take your pick of 123 weekly Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights.
Your AYT to SAW flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Pegasus offers direct flights from Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with Pegasus on this route.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier that offers AYT to SAW flights, with 78.69% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between AYT and SAW:
Esenboga International Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Ercan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Right now, R 312 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 637. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from AYT to SAW.
The cheapest month for flights from Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from AYT to SAW.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about Antalya Airport (AYT)
Of the flights that depart from Antalya Airport, 79.67% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Antalya to Antalya Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AYT? If you've booked an early flight from Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Antalya Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from AYT to SAW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored 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 favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
