Travelling from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when booking your flight from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL).
The timezone in St Louis is UTC-5, which is eight hours behind Istanbul. Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located in St Louis.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to STL. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to STL departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car 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 STL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of all departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near STL:
Pick up a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport rental car and discover St Louis and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Budget and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
You'll find STL at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
Getting from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to central St Louis
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central St Louis. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is R 13,003. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 15,723. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to STL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to St Louis. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in an Istanbul to STL plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in St Louis to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about St Louis
Start your St Louis trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
The Gateway Arch and Saint Louis Arch are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your St Louis to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Museum at the Gateway Arch.
Explore more of the United States
St Louis is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres east of St Louis, a visit to Evansville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Mesker Park Zoo, Riverfront Park and Evansville Zoological Society.
Columbia is another standout destination in the United States and is around 177 kilometres west of St Louis. No trip is complete without experiencing Sentinel Park, Museum of Art and Archaeology and Bur Oak Brewing Company.
