Flying from Gaziantep Airport (GZT) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Gaziantep.
You can choose from 34 weekly Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flights. The 04:00 departure with AJet is the earliest you can take. Pegasus operates the last service of the day at 23:15.
To ensure you get on your GZT to SAW flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
AJet is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is AJet.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers GZT to SAW flights, with 78.13% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GZT and SAW:
Antalya Airport
Ercan Airport
Trabzon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gaziantep Airport (GZT) to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Right now, R 596 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,261. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from GZT to SAW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from GZT to SAW.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Gaziantep Airport (GZT)
Of all flights leaving Gaziantep Airport, 76% land on time at their destination.
To get to Gaziantep Airport from central Gaziantep, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Arriving at Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Book a hotel near SAW if you're taking a late Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway 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, reserve your ride from Istanbul Sabiha Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Sabiha Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of around 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Istanbul in March.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Gaziantep Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GZT to SAW in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
