Travelling from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Hyderabad.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your HYD to IST flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between HYD and IST:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Right now, R 3,977 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,655. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from HYD to IST, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HYD to IST by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Of the departures from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, 73.37% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport from central Hyderabad, it'll take about 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near HYD. Whether you have an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
Book your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HYD to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.