Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Istanbul is eight hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Your SYD to SAW flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between SYD and SAW:
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Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Right now, R 7,751 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,748. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SYD to SAW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from SYD to SAW is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights leaving Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Consider staying in a hotel near SAW if you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Istanbul in April.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to SAW around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.