Travelling from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport (SLL): What you need to know
Istanbul is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport (SLL) flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Salalah International Airport is located in Salalah. The city runs on the UTC+4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Istanbul.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Istanbul to SLL.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before 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)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to SLL leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and SLL are:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to SLL flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Salalah International Airport (SLL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SLL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Salalah International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Goldcar and explore beyond Salalah's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Salalah International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Salalah International Airport (SLL) to central Salalah
Salalah International Airport to the centre of Salalah is roughly 3 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport (SLL)
R 3,174 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport. A return flight starts from R 7,392. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to SLL, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Istanbul to Salalah International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport (SLL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport (SLL). August is the busiest month to travel to Salalah. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book an Istanbul to SLL plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Salalah to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Salalah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Salalah right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Istanbul to Salalah International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Darbat Waterfall and Beach are highlights which should be on every Salalah itinerary.
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