Flying from Hanoi Airport (HAN) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 35 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul four hours behind Hanoi.
Every week, there are eight Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. To jet off early, pick the 08:15 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:05 with Turkish Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your HAN to IST flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Turkish Airlines.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HAN and IST:
Dubai Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hanoi Airport (HAN) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
At the moment, R 4,540 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 8,332. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HAN to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Hanoi Airport (HAN)
72% of flights departing from Hanoi Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Hanoi Airport is around 31 kilometres from central Hanoi. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to HAN:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're on a late Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car to explore Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
August is the most popular month for flights from Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Istanbul in March.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Hanoi Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HAN to IST in January if you like travelling in 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 visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are highlights.