Flying from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Istanbul. Check out your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA).
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport is located in Genoa. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to GOA, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Istanbul to GOA with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IST and GOA include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and GOA include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Istanbul to GOA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
About Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near GOA instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Maggiore, Sicily by Car or ecovia and find adventure across Genoa and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport flight.
Getting from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to central Genoa
The centre of Genoa is about 6 kilometres from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
Currently, R 992 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,192. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Istanbul to GOA, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Istanbul to GOA.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Genoa based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Genoa is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to GOA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Genoa
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Genoa:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Palazzo Ducale, Aquarium of Genoa and Ville de Gênes are highlights which should be on every Genoa itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Genoa will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Italy you should also see. About 121 kilometres north of Genoa, a trip to Milan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like The Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala.
Turin is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 121 kilometres north-west of Genoa. No journey is complete without seeing Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.
