Travelling from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul eight hours ahead of Detroit.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your DTW to SAW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DTW and SAW include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Currently, R 5,759 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Detroit Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 12,882. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DTW to SAW if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
74% of flights departing from Detroit Wayne County Airport reach their destination on time.
Detroit Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near DTW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
If you're arriving on a late Detroit Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near SAW:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Sabiha Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Sabiha Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 40 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport for July if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DTW to SAW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its must-visit sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
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.
