Travelling from Istanbul to Tokat Airport (TJK): What you need to know
Your travel story starts at one of Istanbul's main airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Explore the options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Tokat Airport (TJK) departing from either of these.
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Tokat Airport flight is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Tokat (where Tokat Airport is located) and Istanbul share the UTC+3 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tokat Airport (TJK). You can pick from 7 direct services each week. Turkish Airlines operates a 8:30am departure between IST and TJK.
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 TJK.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Get there in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Tokat Airport (TJK) operate from here.
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Tokat Airport with Turkish Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from IST.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between IST and TJK is Turkish Airlines.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Tokat Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Tokat Airport (TJK) plane ticket out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Decide if leaving from SAW is a better fit for your trip.
AJet operates direct flights from Istanbul to TJK departing from SAW. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination in a single stretch.
AJet has the largest share of bookings on the SAW to TJK route.
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to TJK flight? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Tokat Airport (TJK)
Begin your adventure by picking up a Tokat Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 724 Rent, Circular or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokat and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Istanbul to Tokat Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Tokat Airport (TJK)
R 650 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Tokat Airport. A return flight starts at R 1,286. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to TJK, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Tokat Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Find a cheap flight from Istanbul to Tokat Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Tokat Airport (TJK)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Tokat. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Tokat Airport (TJK), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Tokat is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Istanbul to TJK plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Tokat Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Tokat
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokat right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Tokat Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Tokat when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Tokat Mevlevihanesi followed by Ali Pasa Hamami and Yagıbasan Medresesi.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Kayseri is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tokat. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Hunat Bath, Mescidi Aksa Mosque and Kayseri Yamaç Paraşütü.
Malatya is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Tokat. No trip is complete without visiting Manas Camii, Taşhan and #ARSLANTEPE HÖYÜK AÇIK HAVA MÜZESİ.
