Travelling from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport (ONQ): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Istanbul's main airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport (ONQ) taking off from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport flight.
Istanbul and Zonguldak (where Zonguldak Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Choose from 3 direct services a week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Zonguldak Airport (ONQ). This is the most popular route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 8:30am departure from IST to ONQ.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Istanbul to ONQ.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport (ONQ) leave from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport jetting out of IST.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines from IST to ONQ.
Located around 48 kilometres from central 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.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 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 off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to ONQ flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Zonguldak Airport (ONQ)
Once your flight from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport has touched down, kick back at a nearby hotel. Paradise Caycuma Hotel is a comfortable option that's not too far from ONQ.
Hit the road running by picking up a Zonguldak Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from OTOTUR, 724 Rent or Cizgi rent a car to explore Zonguldak and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around four weeks before your Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport flight.
Getting from Zonguldak Airport (ONQ) to central Zonguldak
The centre of Zonguldak is roughly 26 kilometres from Zonguldak Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport (ONQ)
R 439 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport. A return flight starts at R 860. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to ONQ.
The best month for scoring cheap Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Istanbul to ONQ.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport (ONQ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport (ONQ), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Zonguldak based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Istanbul to ONQ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Zonguldak, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Zonguldak
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Zonguldak Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zonguldak:
Your visit to Zonguldak won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you won't want to miss include Harmankaya Şelalesi, Kadınlar Plajı and Karaelmas Jeoparkı.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Zonguldak. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Ankara, about 193 kilometres south of Zonguldak. The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations are the start of reasons to visit.
