Traveling from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Tel Aviv.
Your TLV to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
Right now, $64 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $143. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from TLV to IST, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Ben Gurion Intl Airport (TLV)
When it comes to Ben Gurion Intl Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Ben Gurion Intl Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Tel Aviv. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to TLV? If you've booked an early flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
If you're coming in on a late Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
Follow your own route with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and find adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Ben Gurion Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TLV to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometers east to Ankara to tick off its leading attractions. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometers south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.