Flying from Istanbul to Batumi Airport (BUS): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Batumi Airport (BUS).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Istanbul to Batumi Airport flight.
Batumi is one hour ahead of Istanbul. Batumi Airport is located in Batumi, which runs on the UTC+4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Batumi Airport (BUS), with 11 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from IST to BUS is the 6:45am Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 6:30pm with Turkish Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Istanbul to BUS. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Batumi Airport (BUS) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Batumi Airport leaving from IST.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Turkish Airlines from IST to BUS.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Batumi Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Batumi Airport (BUS) plane ticket with departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Figure out if flying from SAW works better for your plans.
Get on your direct flight from Istanbul to BUS with Pegasus. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of SAW.
On the SAW to BUS route, Pegasus is the go-to airline for most travellers.
The most punctual carrier is Pegasus. Its Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Batumi Airport flights arrive as planned 79.41% of the time.
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to BUS flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Batumi Airport (BUS)
Consider staying in a hotel near BUS if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Batumi Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Grab a Batumi Airport rental car and explore Batumi and beyond with your own set of wheels. TBILISICARS.COM, Avis and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Batumi Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Batumi Airport (BUS)
R 1,074 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Batumi Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,188. These prices may change depending on demand.
To snag cheap flights from Istanbul to BUS, book your plane ticket five months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Istanbul to Batumi Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Batumi Airport (BUS)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Batumi. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Batumi Airport (BUS), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Batumi is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to BUS plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Batumi Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Batumi
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Batumi Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Batumi:
Your Batumi visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Hiking Trail, Batumi Boulevard Fountains and Batumi boulevard.
Explore more of Georgia
You've seen Batumi, now it's time to explore other parts of Georgia. Travel about 274 kilometres east to Tbilisi to check off its must-visit sights. From Old Tbilisi to Peace Bridge and Georgian National Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Batumi, Kutaisi is another favourite stop in Georgia. No visit is complete without checking out Ruins of the Bagrati Cathedral and Bagrati Palace-citadel, Free Walking Tour Kutaisi and Bagrati Cathedral.
