Flying from Phoenix to Istanbul: what you need to know
Phoenix's main base, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Phoenix to Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's primary gateways.
To ensure you make your Phoenix to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Istanbul
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Phoenix to Istanbul flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Phoenix to Istanbul across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Phoenix to Istanbul.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Phoenix to Istanbul flights.
Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
We make it a cinch to find a Phoenix to Istanbul flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, PHX can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Phoenix to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PHX make it to their destination as scheduled 82.57% of the time.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Arriving in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Go where the road takes you with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and chase adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is located around 31 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). As soon as your flight from Phoenix to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Phoenix to Istanbul:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be off and running.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Phoenix to Istanbul. April is the most popular month for a trip to Istanbul. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Phoenix to Istanbul ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Phoenix to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Istanbul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
