Flying from Naples International Airport (NAP) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours ahead of Naples.
Flights from NAP to IST start at 09:15 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 20:40 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 16 weekly Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your NAP to IST flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NAP and IST:
Athens International Airport
Budapest Airport
Catania Fontanarossa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Naples International Airport (NAP) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
R 1,262 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,635. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from NAP to IST, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from NAP to IST.
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Handy information about Naples International Airport (NAP)
Of all flights leaving Naples International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Naples to Naples International Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near NAP:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
If you're getting in on a late Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near IST:
Go where the road takes you with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and find adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Naples International Airport to Istanbul Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NAP to IST in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are among the biggest draws.