Travelling from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD): What you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) heading out from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Around 8 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport flight.
Luanda is two hours behind Istanbul. Quatro de Fevereiro Airport is located in Luanda, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to LAD. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD) operate from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport with Turkish Airlines. This top airline offers services from IST.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines between IST and LAD.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to LAD departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Libreville Airport (LBV)
IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LAD include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can reach SAW from the centre of Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to LAD flight:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
Consider booking a hotel near LAD if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Follow your own route with a Quatro de Fevereiro Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Europcar or Hertz and discover more of Luanda and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
Currently, R 18,195 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 57,679. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Istanbul to LAD, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your departure date.
April is when you're most likely to find a bargain on an Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Luanda. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport (LAD), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Istanbul to LAD plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in Luanda, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport in July when temperatures are between 18ºC (64ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Luanda
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Quatro de Fevereiro Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Luanda:
Ilha de Luanda and White Sand Beach are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Luanda must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Church of Carmo.
Explore more of Angola
Luanda is only a small part of what Angola offers. Travel further to Uige, which is around 241 kilometres away to the north-east. From Parish of the Holy Cross to Largo do Governo Provincial, there's so much to see and do in this fascinating city.
Your trip through Angola wouldn't be complete without a stop in Sumbe. Águas quentes do Conda and Grutas da Sassa are among the highlights in this destination, which is around 274 kilometres south of Luanda.
