Flying from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 35 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul.
Tallinn Airport is located in Tallinn. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is one hour ahead of Tallinn.
The busiest route is from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). You can select from nine services every week between these two airports. Turkish Airlines offers a 12:20 departure between TLL and IST.
Leave enough time to catch your TLL to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Tallinn Airport to Istanbul ticket. Begin your journey at TLL and touch down at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul.
The journey from central Tallinn to TLL takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to TLL:
Of the flights that depart from Tallinn Airport, 66.86% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Istanbul
The best price we've seen for a one-way Tallinn Airport to Istanbul flight is R 1,252. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,669. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book eight months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from TLL to Istanbul.
Plan your trip for December. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Tallinn Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from TLL to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Snag an affordable flight from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from TLL to Istanbul can help you get the lowest rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your TLL to Istanbul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and attractions can be crowded. Go to Istanbul in the low season for a quieter vibe.
Book a Tallinn Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TLL to Istanbul in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Tallinn Airport to Istanbul, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are among the biggest draws.
