Traveling from Istanbul to Bremen Airport (BRE): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Bremen Airport (BRE).
The average length of a direct Istanbul to Bremen Airport flight is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Bremen is two hours behind Istanbul. Bremen Airport is located in Bremen, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Bremen Airport (BRE), with 11 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from IST to BRE is the 7:05am Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 3:45pm with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to BRE, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Go straight to your destination from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Bremen Airport (BRE) are available from here.
Turkish Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Bremen Airport departing from IST.
The airline most travelers choose when flying between IST and BRE is Turkish Airlines.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Istanbul to BRE that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IST and BRE include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Traveling from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Bremen Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Catching a flight out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Bremen Airport (BRE) plane tickets are available from here.
Pegasus operates direct flights from Istanbul to BRE departing from SAW. Book your favorite window seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
On the SAW to BRE route, Pegasus is the go-to airline for most travelers on this route.
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Bremen Airport, check out these options when heading out from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
SAW is about 48 kilometers from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to BRE flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Bremen Airport (BRE)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Bremen Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near BRE and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Travel at your own speed with a Bremen Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and experience more of Bremen and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Istanbul to Bremen Airport flight.
Getting from Bremen Airport (BRE) to central Bremen
Central Bremen is about 3 kilometers from Bremen Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Bremen Airport (BRE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Bremen Airport is $49. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $114. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from Istanbul to BRE by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Istanbul to Bremen Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to BRE is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a price drop.
Uncover a great deal on a flight from Istanbul to Bremen Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Bremen Airport (BRE)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Bremen Airport (BRE), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Bremen based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Istanbul to BRE plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Bremen, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Bremen Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Bremen
Start your Bremen trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Bremen Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Schnoorviertel, Старый квартал Schnoor and Musical Theater Bremen are must-visits when exploring Bremen.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Bremen, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Travel about 209 kilometers south-west to Essen to tick off its leading sights. From PACT Zollverein to Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen and Philharmonie Essen, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Germany, consider Dortmund, roughly 193 kilometers south-west of Bremen. Dortmund Christmas Market, Museum of Natural History and Deutsches Fußballmuseum are key highlights.