Flying from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Belgrade and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from BEG to IST start at 00:45 — the first with Air Serbia. The last service of the day is at 20:20 with Turkish Airlines. In total, there are 48 weekly Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
Your BEG to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Air Serbia has direct flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Air Serbia.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BEG and IST include:
Podgorica Airport
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
R 1,026 is currently the best price for a one-way Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,548. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from BEG to IST by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BEG to IST by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Of all flights departing from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport, 67.81% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Belgrade to Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near BEG. Whether you have an early flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're landing on a late Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BEG to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
