Flying from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Atlanta's main base, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is where countless awesome vacations begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
The average time for a direct flight from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 10 hours 47 minutes.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 7 hours ahead of Atlanta.
The busiest route is from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), with 13 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ATL to IST is the 15:00 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 23:00 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Atlanta to IST, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can jump on a direct flight from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) out of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport leaving from ATL.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Atlanta to IST. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
ATL is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel close to IST if you're taking a late flight from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
For a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, C$518 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just C$998. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ depending on availability.
1 month before your departure is the best time to score flight tickets from Atlanta to IST.
The cheapest month for tickets from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
February is the quietest time to travel to Istanbul. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Atlanta to IST in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top sights which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Atlanta to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Istanbul. Browse the offers and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.