Flying from Istanbul to Iasi Airport (IAS): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Iasi Airport (IAS). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Istanbul to Iasi Airport flight.
Iasi is one hour behind Istanbul. Iasi Airport is located in Iasi, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Choose from 2 direct services each week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Iasi Airport (IAS). This is the most popular route, with Wizz Air Malta offering a 12:55am departure from IST to IAS.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to IAS, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Iasi Airport (IAS) depart from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Istanbul to Iasi Airport with Wizz Air Malta. This leading airline operates services from IST.
Wizz Air Malta sees the most traveller bookings for flights from IST to IAS.
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Iasi Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Iasi Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to IAS flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Iasi Airport (IAS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Iasi Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near IAS instead:
Pick up an Iasi Airport rental car and discover Iasi and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Pricecarz and Wheego are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Iasi Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Iasi Airport (IAS) to central Iasi
Iasi Airport is about 2 kilometres from central Iasi. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Iasi Airport (IAS)
At the moment, R 523 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Iasi Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,004. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to IAS.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Istanbul to Iasi Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Iasi Airport (IAS)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Iasi. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Iasi Airport (IAS), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Iasi is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to IAS plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Iasi Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Iasi
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Iasi Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Iasi:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Iasi when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Galata Monastery followed by The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.
Explore more of Romania
You've done Iasi, now it's time to explore more of Romania. Travel around 193 kilometres south to Galaţi to check off its leading attractions. From Faleza Dunării to Locomotiva cu aburi and Mihai Eminescu Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Romania, consider Braşov, roughly 225 kilometres south-west of Iasi. Brasov Historical Centre, Centru Vechi and Black Tower are key highlights.
