Traveling from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Pisa and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PSA to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Traveling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Pisa International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PSA and IST include:
Palese Airport
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pisa International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $95. A return plane ticket right now is $205. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from PSA to IST, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Pisa International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PSA to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Pisa International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Pisa International Airport (PSA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pisa International Airport, 73.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Pisa International Airport is about 6 kilometers from central Pisa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near PSA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Pisa International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Pisa International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometers from the center of Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Traveling by public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Pisa International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Istanbul in February.
Lock in your flight from Pisa International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PSA to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometers east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometers south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.