Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Mardin Airport (MQM): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Flights from SAW to MQM start from 06:20 — the first with Pegasus. The last service of the day is at 09:20 with Pegasus. Overall, you can take your pick of 13 weekly Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your SAW to MQM flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pegasus offers direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Mardin — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Pegasus.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier that operates SAW to MQM flights. An impressive 95.65% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is a popular stop between SAW and MQM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Mardin Airport (MQM)
R 507 is the lowest price for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,109. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from SAW to MQM by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
76.93% of flights leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SAW:
Arriving at Mardin Airport (MQM)
Stay within a quick transfer of arrivals if you're getting in on a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport flight. Mardin Airport Hotel is one option close to MQM. Or check in and enjoy some rest at ANEMON Mardin Otel before heading to your final destination.
Follow your own route with a Mardin Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Rent Go, Sixt or Europcar and chase adventure across Mardin and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Mardin Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Mardin Airport (MQM) to central Mardin
Mardin Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Mardin. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Mardin Airport (MQM)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Mardin based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Mardin Airport for July if you'd like to visit Mardin during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAW to MQM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Mardin, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 483 kilometres west to Adana to tick off its popular sights. From Stone Bridge to Adana Archeology Museum and Seyhan Dam, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Gaziantep is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 306 kilometres west of Mardin. No trip is complete without dropping by Gaziantep Castle, Zeugma Mosaic Museum and Gaziantep Botanik Bahcesi.