Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul is three hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your STN to IST flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Stansted Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between STN and IST include:
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport
Luxembourg Airport
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $86. A return plane ticket is currently $185. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from STN to IST. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Stansted Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from STN to IST by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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 Stansted Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
64.73% of flights departing from Stansted Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central London to Stansted Airport is approximately 64 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near STN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're getting in on a late Stansted Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometers away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the center.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
Lock in your flight from Stansted Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to IST sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometers east to Ankara to tick off its top attractions. 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). No visit is complete without checking out Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.