Flying from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Istanbul is six hours ahead of Charlottetown, where Charlottetown Airport is located. Istanbul follows the UTC+3 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your YYG to Istanbul flight.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
YYG is around 5 kilometres from central Charlottetown. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near YYG. Whether you have an early flight from Charlottetown Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Charlottetown Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.91% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charlottetown Airport to Istanbul flight is R 7,772. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 21,324. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from YYG to Istanbul, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Charlottetown Airport to Istanbul ticket.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes around 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Charlottetown Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Say yes to new adventures 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 booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from YYG to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Following your flight from Charlottetown Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your YYG to Istanbul flight, kick back at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before scheduling your flights from Charlottetown Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Istanbul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Charlottetown Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from YYG to Istanbul in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Charlottetown Airport to Istanbul, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are major attractions which should be on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its leading attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
