Travelling from Batumi Airport (BUS) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul one hour behind Batumi.
Every week, there are 12 Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, jump on the 10:35 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 22:20 with Turkish Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BUS to IST flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between BUS and IST:
Dubai Airport
Riga International Airport
Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Batumi Airport (BUS) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport flight is R 2,211. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 4,037. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BUS to IST.
The cheapest month for flights from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BUS to IST.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Batumi Airport (BUS)
56% of flights taking off from Batumi Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Batumi Airport from central Batumi, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 15 minutes.
Looking for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport? Consider Nino and Ali. Enjoy a good night's rest here before making your way to BUS.
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
If you're landing on a late Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near IST:
Follow your own route with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and see more of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Airport, Istanbul is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Batumi Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BUS to IST around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.