Travelling from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC) are Hamburg's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Hamburg.
The most popular route is from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), with 15 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from HAM to SAW is the 10:20am Pegasus service. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 5:35pm with Pegasus.
To ensure you catch your flight from Hamburg to SAW, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) operate out of this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport with Pegasus. This top carrier offers services from HAM.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between HAM and SAW is Pegasus.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 69.92% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Hamburg to SAW that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between HAM and SAW include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
The journey from central Hamburg to HAM takes about 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Hamburg Airport:
When it comes to Hamburg Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.01% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Hamburg to LBC in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Hamburg to SAW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider booking a hotel near SAW if you have a late flight from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are top outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to central Istanbul is around 31 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Currently, R 694 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,490. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Hamburg to SAW, book your plane ticket six months before your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Istanbul. August is when most people book flights from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Hamburg to SAW plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Your Istanbul trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Eskisehir is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've seen Istanbul. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Eskişehir, Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri.
Adapazarı is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 97 kilometres east of Istanbul. No journey is complete without visiting Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami.