Flying from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Paris and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from CDG to IST start from 07:00 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 19:50 with Turkish Airlines. In total, there are 72 weekly Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your CDG to IST flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air France is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other great corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Air France.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CDG and IST include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
$91 is the best price for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start at $204. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from CDG to IST by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CDG to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
61.46% of flights that leave from Charles de Gaulle Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 27 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near CDG:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
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To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before you travel.
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 drive to the center.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose 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 Charles de Gaulle Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CDG to IST 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.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometers east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometers south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.