Travelling from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport (PSA): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport (PSA).
Pisa International Airport is located in Pisa. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to PSA, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to PSA departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and PSA include:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Tirana International Airport (TIA)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to PSA flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Pisa International Airport (PSA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PSA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Pisa International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, ECH or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Pisa's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your Istanbul to Pisa International Airport flight.
Getting from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to central Pisa
Pisa International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Pisa. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport (PSA)
R 1,267 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport. A return flight starts from R 2,850. These prices may change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to PSA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Pisa International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to PSA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as prices go down.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport (PSA)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport (PSA). July is the most popular month to visit Pisa. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in February.
The warmest month in Pisa is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Istanbul to PSA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Pisa
Start your Pisa trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Pisa International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Pisa when you're ready to see the sights. Kick things off at Leaning Tower of Pisa followed by Piazza del Duomo and Piazza dei Miracoli.
Explore more of Italy
You've visited Pisa, now it's time to discover more of Italy. Journey around 257 kilometres south-east to Rome to tick off its must-visit sights. From Visiting the Pope at St. Peter's Basilica Church to St. Peter's Square and Sistine Chapel, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Italy, consider Milan, roughly 225 kilometres north-west of Pisa. The Last Supper Museum, Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala are highlights.