Traveling from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is two hours 30 minutes behind Mangalore, where Mangalore Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your IXE to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from IXE to Istanbul with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
IXE is around 5 kilometers from central Mangalore. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near IXE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Mangalore Airport to Istanbul or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights leaving Mangalore Airport, 60.6% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Istanbul
$133 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mangalore Airport to Istanbul flight. A return flight ticket right now is $422. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from IXE to Istanbul, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Mangalore Airport to Istanbul across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IXE to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Mangalore Airport to Istanbul by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the center of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. The center is roughly 48 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center by public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Mangalore Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from IXE to Istanbul can help you get the best possible rate.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometers from central Istanbul. Following your flight from Mangalore Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your IXE to Istanbul flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be off and running.
Score the best price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before scheduling your flights from Mangalore Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Mangalore Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from IXE to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Mangalore Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are major attractions which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometers east to Ankara to check off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 322 kilometers south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favorite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
