Flying from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul four hours behind Hanoi.
Flights from HAN to IST start from 22:30 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:05 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from ten weekly Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your HAN to IST flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HAN and IST:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
R 5,047 is currently the best price for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start at R 9,560. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HAN to IST.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Of all flights departing from Noi Bai International Airport, 75.32% land on schedule at their destination.
Noi Bai International Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Hanoi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near HAN:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're on a late Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HAN to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Izmir is another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.