Flying from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is one hour ahead of Tel Aviv and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your TLV to IST flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
R 1,527 is currently the best price for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,400. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from TLV to IST, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from TLV to IST.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Of the flights that depart from Ben Gurion International Airport, 72.9% touch down on time at their destination.
Ben Gurion International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near TLV. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TLV to IST around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.