Travelling from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Approximately 10 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul is five hours behind Singapore, where Singapore Changi Airport is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.
The most popular route is from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Istanbul Airport (IST). You can select from 21 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SIN to IST is the 01:50 Singapore Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 23:25 with Turkish Airlines.
To avoid rushing for your SIN to Istanbul flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your trip at SIN and end it at Istanbul Airport (IST).
Get on board with Turkish Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SIN to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near SIN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
74% of flights leaving from Singapore Changi Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Istanbul
R 4,982 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 8,293. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Lock in cheap flights from SIN to Istanbul by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
Finding a cheap flight from SIN to Istanbul is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a cheaper option becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from SIN to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your SIN to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February.
Before booking a Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SIN to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Singapore Changi Airport to Istanbul:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hagia Sophia History Museum.
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 trip to Ankara will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.