Flying from Ercan Airport (ECN) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul is 1 hour ahead of Nicosia, where Ercan Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
The busiest route is from Ercan Airport (ECN) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can choose from 172 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ECN to SAW is the 03:40 AJet option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:55 with Pegasus Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from ECN to Istanbul, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul that lands at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Ercan Airport to Istanbul include:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from ECN to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Adana Sakirpasa Airport (ADA)
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
You'll need an e-visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from Cyprus and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Ercan Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
To reach ECN from central Nicosia, it'll take about 1 hour and 9 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul off to a leisurely start. Just a short drive from ECN, spend the night at Phaedrus Living: White Hills Suites Panoramic View and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ercan Airport (ECN) to Istanbul
C$44 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ercan Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$82. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from ECN to Istanbul by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Ercan Airport to Istanbul. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Book a hotel close to IST if you're taking a late flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Following your flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from ECN to Istanbul:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Ercan Airport to Istanbul. To skip the crowds, travel to Istanbul in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from ECN to Istanbul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Ercan Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
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