Travelling from Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 55 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul and Rize (where Rize-Artvin Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
With 27 weekly flights between the two airports, Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 04:25. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from RZV to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 20:55.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your RZV to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your journey at RZV and arrive at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
You'll find a good selection of airlines that operate direct flights from Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul, such as:
Central Rize to RZV is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
In search of a hotel close to RZV? If you're catching an early flight from Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Rize-Artvin Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 83.08% of flights that take off from RZV land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) to Istanbul
R 412 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is R 824. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from RZV to Istanbul.
November is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from RZV to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your RZV to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Visit Istanbul in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RZV to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Rize-Artvin Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galata Tower.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.