Traveling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 4 hours 5 minutes. Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul 3 hours ahead of Birmingham.
Choose from 23 weekly flights from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. The 07:35 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest available between BHX and IST. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 17:15 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
Traveling during a popular month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this carrier.
We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BHX and IST include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
To find out if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BHX to IST.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
C$117 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Return flights start from C$241. These prices can change depending on demand.
Get cheap flight tickets from BHX to IST by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from BHX to IST. There's no need to check every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham, Birmingham International Airport can be reached in approximately 23 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 48 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near BHX. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul is around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Traveling to the center by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from BHX to IST sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from BHX to IST, have a look at our hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top attractions which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.
If you're looking for more flexibility and choice when planning your journey, consider flying in or out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). This international airport is another popular option for traveling to or from Istanbul.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Istanbul vacation.