Flying from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Istanbul: what you need to know
St. John's International Airport is located in St John's. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is five hours 30 minutes ahead of St John's.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your YYT to Istanbul flight.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling from central St John's to YYT takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from St. John's International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near YYT:
Of all flights leaving St. John's International Airport, 62.67% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Istanbul
The best price we've found for a one-way St. John's International Airport to Istanbul flight is R 5,637. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,695. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from YYT to Istanbul if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from St. John's International Airport to Istanbul is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across every month and walk away with an incredible deal.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from St. John's International Airport to Istanbul. 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.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from YYT to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Following your flight from St. John's International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your YYT to Istanbul flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Plan your trip to Istanbul during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from St. John's International Airport to Istanbul in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your St. John's International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYT to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from St. John's International Airport to Istanbul, browse 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 highlights which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are among the biggest draws.
