Travelling from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Tbilisi International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Tbilisi.
Flights from TBS to SAW start at 04:05 — the first with Pegasus. The last service of the day is at 18:10 with Pegasus. Overall, there are 34 weekly Tbilisi International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your TBS to SAW flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Pegasus is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Tbilisi International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Pegasus.
Pegasus is the most punctual carrier offering TBS to SAW flights. An impressive 88.95% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
R 772 is currently the best price for a one-way Tbilisi International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,507. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from TBS to SAW by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Tbilisi International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
Of all flights departing from Tbilisi International Airport, 70.77% touch down on time at their destination.
Tbilisi International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Tbilisi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
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Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
If you're arriving on a late Tbilisi International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near SAW:
Travel at your own speed with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Tbilisi International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Tbilisi International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from TBS to SAW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.