Traveling from Bacha Khan International Airport (PEW) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Bacha Khan International Airport is located in Peshawar. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 2 hours behind Peshawar.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from PEW to Istanbul. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from PEW to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You will need an e-visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from Pakistan and are traveling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
The distance from central Peshawar to PEW is around 0.16 kilometers. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Have an early flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to PEW:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bacha Khan International Airport (PEW) to Istanbul
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul is $243. The cheapest price for a return flight is $480. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from PEW to Istanbul. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometers from the center of Istanbul. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 50 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you have a late flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul has arrived, you can reach the city center in about 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometers from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from PEW to Istanbul at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Istanbul, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from PEW to Istanbul sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Bacha Khan International Airport to Istanbul, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just two of the major attractions to put on your Istanbul must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
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