Travelling from Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Edremit / Korfez.
Choose from 16 weekly Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 10:25 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest available. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 16:00.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your EDO to IST flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Flying into Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
If you'd love to explore a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dusseldorf International Airport is a popular stop between EDO and IST.
How to find the cheapest flights from Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is R 661. A round-trip ticket is currently R 1,323. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from EDO to IST, reserve your journey five months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from EDO to IST.
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Handy information about Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport (EDO)
87.8% of flights leaving Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from EDO.
Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Edremit / Korfez. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to EDO? If you're catching an early flight from Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
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 popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Balikesir Koca Seyit Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EDO to IST around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.