Flying from Istanbul to Venice: what you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Venice flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and Treviso Airport (TSF) are Venice's primary gateways.
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Venice flight is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Venice's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Venice two hours behind Istanbul.
The most popular route for flights from Istanbul to Venice is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE). You can choose from 21 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from IST to VCE is the 06:35 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last scheduled departure is at 18:00 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you make your Istanbul to Venice flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying during a popular month such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Venice
R 983 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Venice. A return flight starts from R 2,131. These prices can change based on demand.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Take off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) on a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Venice. From IST, you can fly directly to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct Istanbul to Venice plane tickets leaving from IST.
We make it a breeze to find an Istanbul to Venice flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Palese Airport (BRI)
IST is around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Venice or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Prefer to jet off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? This popular hub offers nonstop flights from Istanbul to Venice, seamlessly connecting to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
Pegasus offers direct Istanbul to Venice plane tickets from SAW. Book your favourite window seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Venice flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Venice:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 31 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to Venice, take it easy in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
Arriving in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) is approximately 8 kilometres from central Venice. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Venice, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near VCE:
Grab a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car and discover Venice and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Italy Car Rent are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Venice Marco Polo Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
The centre of Venice is about 26 kilometres from Treviso Airport (TSF). As soon as your flight from Istanbul to Venice has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TSF. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Istanbul to Venice:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Treviso Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from RentSmart24, Noleggiare and Sicily by Car.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at TSF can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Venice
January is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Venice, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Venice based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Venice is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Istanbul to Venice ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Venice around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Venice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Venice right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Venice:
St. Mark's Square and Saint Mark's Basilica are just two of the big attractions to add to your Venice must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Doge's Palace.
Explore more of Italy
Venice has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Italy you'll want to see. Around 402 kilometres south of Venice, a visit to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Milan is another favourite destination in Italy and is around 241 kilometres west of Venice. No journey is complete without seeing Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.