Flying from Sirnak Airport (NKT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Sirnak Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Sirnak and Istanbul share the same timezone, UTC+3.
Flights from NKT to IST start from 10:25 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 17:00 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are 18 weekly Sirnak Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your NKT to IST flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Sirnak Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sirnak Airport (NKT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Currently, R 641 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sirnak Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,531. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from NKT to IST.
The cheapest month for flights from Sirnak Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Sirnak Airport (NKT)
To reach Sirnak Airport from central Sirnak, it takes about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sirnak Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sirnak Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Sirnak Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NKT to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are among the biggest draws.