Flying from Strasbourg Airport (SXB) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours ahead of Strasbourg.
Flights from SXB to IST start at 10:30 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 18:55 with Turkish Airlines. Overall, there are four weekly Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SXB to IST flight.
During popular months such as October, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Istanbul (and then seeing more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SXB and IST:
Cote D'Azur Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Strasbourg Airport (SXB) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
C$83 is the best price for a one-way Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$168. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SXB to IST.
The cheapest month for flights from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Strasbourg Airport (SXB)
67.13% of flights leaving from Strasbourg Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Strasbourg Airport from central Strasbourg, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SXB? If you're catching an early flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Explore without limits with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Strasbourg Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SXB to IST sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.