Traveling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
A direct flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes an average of 3 hours 29 minutes. The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, so it's 2 hours ahead of Brussels.
Flights from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport start from 07:15 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 20:20 service with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 78 services every week from BRU to IST.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and perhaps some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the most popular stopovers between BRU and IST:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BRU to IST.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is $68. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $141. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from BRU to IST, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Getting a cheap ticket from BRU to IST is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
Traveling from central Brussels to Brussels Airport takes about 39 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near BRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you have a late flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometers away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
August is the busiest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Istanbul in February.
Lock in your flight from Brussels Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BRU to IST sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from BRU to IST:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-have experiences during your Istanbul visit.
You'll find more than one way to get to and from Istanbul. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another popular choice. Check out your flight options with this international airport.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Istanbul vacation.
