Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is ten hours ahead of Phoenix and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHX to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between PHX and IST:
Denver International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is R 5,671. A return fare right now is R 14,597. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PHX to IST, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82.57% of flights that take off from PHX land on time.
Central Phoenix to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near PHX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel near IST if you have a late Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and chase adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PHX to IST sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.