Travelling from Inverness Airport (INV) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Istanbul is three hours ahead of Inverness, where Inverness Airport is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To avoid missing your INV to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from INV to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
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The journey from central Inverness to INV takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel close to INV? If you're catching an early flight from Inverness Airport to Istanbul, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights leaving Inverness Airport, 65.54% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Inverness Airport (INV) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way Inverness Airport to Istanbul flight is R 3,688. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,140. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from INV to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Inverness Airport to Istanbul throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Inverness Airport to Istanbul by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Inverness Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from INV to Istanbul can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Inverness Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your INV to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Plan your trip to Istanbul during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Inverness Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book an Inverness Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from INV to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Inverness Airport to Istanbul:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are a couple of major attractions to put on your Istanbul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
