Flying from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Glasgow has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is 3 hours ahead of Glasgow. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Glasgow to IST.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Glasgow to IST that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GLA and IST include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
GLA is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
In search of a handy hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Break up your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and IST are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can arrive at PIK from central Glasgow in about 38 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 53 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Glasgow to IST? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 50 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from C$115 or travel return from just C$241. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Glasgow to IST. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting flight tickets from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Istanbul, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Istanbul. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Glasgow to IST during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.
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