Travelling from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Gaziantep Airport (GZT): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport.
Gaziantep's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
Each week, there are 35 Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, opt for the 00:05 AJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 23:25 with Pegasus.
Your SAW to GZT flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
AJet is your gateway to exploring Gaziantep (and maybe even some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is AJet.
Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SAW to GZT flights, with 69.12% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAW and GZT:
Antalya Airport
Izmir Airport
Trabzon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Gaziantep Airport (GZT)
R 654 is the best price for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,302. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SAW to GZT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SAW to GZT.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Of all flights leaving Istanbul Sabiha Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Istanbul Sabiha Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SAW? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Gaziantep Airport (GZT)
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Gaziantep Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Garenta, Sixt or Pandora Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Gaziantep and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Gaziantep Airport around two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Gaziantep Airport (GZT)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Gaziantep based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Gaziantep Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Gaziantep, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAW to GZT sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Adana is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Gaziantep. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Kapikaya Canyon, Ethnography Museum and Adana Muze Kompleksi.
Around 434 kilometres west of Gaziantep, Konya is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mevlana Jalaluddin-i Rumi Mosque, Süleymaniye Cami and Mevlana Whirling Dervishes.
