Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Kogalniceanu Airport (CND): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kogalniceanu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Constanța's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Constanța one hour behind Istanbul.
Flights from IST to CND start from 07:50 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 20:50 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from five weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kogalniceanu Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your IST to CND flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Constanța (and perhaps some other great corners of Romania!). Check out the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kogalniceanu Airport offered by this popular airline.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Kogalniceanu Airport (CND)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kogalniceanu Airport flight is R 1,363. A return plane ticket is currently R 2,449. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from IST to CND, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kogalniceanu Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kogalniceanu Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kogalniceanu Airport (CND)
Hop off your Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kogalniceanu Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a comfy option within easy reach of CND, check out Hotel Emi.
Follow your own route with a Kogalniceanu Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Alamo or Autonom and discover more of Constanțan and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Kogalniceanu Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Kogalniceanu Airport (CND) to central Constanța
Kogalniceanu Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Constanța. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kogalniceanu Airport (CND)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kogalniceanu Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Constanța based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Kogalniceanu Airport for August if you'd like to go to Constanța during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to CND sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Romania
Constanțan is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Romania you should also see. Around 209 kilometres west of Constanța, a trip to Bucharest will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Old Town and Herastrau Park.
Iasi is another essential stop in Romania and is around 338 kilometres north of Constanța. No trip is complete without dropping by Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.