Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Minsk National Airport (MSQ): what you need to know
Istanbul and Minsk are both in the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SAW to MSQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Minsk National Airport. Many passengers pass through Heydar Aliyev International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Minsk National Airport flight is R 14,949. A return ticket is currently R 22,277. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAW to MSQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Minsk National Airport.
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Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
76.93% of flights leaving from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport land at their destination on time.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Minsk National Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to SAW:
Arriving at Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Step off your Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Minsk National Airport flight and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a comfy option a short journey from MSQ, make your way to Green Park Hotel Airport Minsk.
Pick up a Minsk National Airport rental car and discover Minsk and beyond with your own set of wheels. Inspire, Rent Motors and Auto Sale are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Minsk National Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Minsk National Airport (MSQ) to central Minsk
Minsk National Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Minsk. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Minsk National Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Minsk in February.
Lock in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Minsk National Airport for July if you want to explore Minsk during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -13ºC (9ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAW to MSQ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Belarus
You've done Minsk, now it's time to explore other parts of Belarus. Travel about 225 kilometres north-east to Vitebsk to check off its must-visit sights. From Krug Inoplanetyan to Skver 26 Iyunya and Граффити Евгений Леонов StreetSkills, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Minsk, Brest is another essential stop in Belarus. Experience major highlights starting with Pamyatnik Lyubovniku, Muzey Voyny Territoriya Mira and Art-Object Heart of Brest.