Traveling from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Aktau Airport to Istanbul is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Istanbul is two hours behind Aktau, where Aktau Airport is located. Istanbul observes the UTC+3 timezone.
The busiest route is from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Istanbul Airport (IST). You can select from three weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SCO to IST is the 04:15 Pegasus option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 06:25 with Pegasus.
To avoid missing your SCO to Istanbul flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
You can book a direct Aktau Airport to Istanbul ticket. Begin your journey at SCO and land at Istanbul Airport (IST).
Check out the deals with Pegasus. This carrier has direct flights from Aktau Airport to Istanbul.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from SCO to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Almaty International Airport (ALA)
Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Located around 24 kilometers from central Aktau, SCO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Traveling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your flight from Aktau Airport to Istanbul off to a stress-free start. Just a quick drive from SCO, book a night at Aktau Airport Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Of the departures from Aktau Airport, 67% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Istanbul
$106 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Aktau Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is $201. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book three months before traveling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SCO to Istanbul.
August is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Aktau Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Picking up a cheap flight from SCO to Istanbul is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Aktau Airport to Istanbul by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometers. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Aktau Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from SCO to Istanbul can help you secure the lowest rate.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometers from the center of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Aktau Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Following your SCO to Istanbul flight, kick back at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Lock in the best price by reserving 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
August is the busiest month for flights from Aktau Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Aktau Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SCO to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Aktau Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are top attractions which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometers away to the east, its best attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If you want to check out another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometers southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key highlights.
